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iFrog
New Contributor II
3 months ago

Is dual shield suitable for a simple indoor run from jack to modem?

Hey all, I've been a Cox customer for about two years now about.  This is my first year of going the rout of owning my own modem, and buying my own coaxial cable for a custom size.  The cable included in the initial connection kit is 6 foot, I bought a G-Plug 10ft on amazon  and the G-plug is dual shield.

After reading up on some tech specs of cable it sounds like dual shield is fine as long as it's not in an environment prone to high EMI.  So far, i'm getting my normal speeds with the cable.  I also think Dual shield works better in this setup over Quad shield based on the specs as it's helpful here to have somewhat of a more flexible cable.

 reference, here is the cable I purchased

https://www.amazon.com/Coaxial-Cable-Coax-TV-Extender/dp/B08ZHBJZN1/

  • DannyS's avatar
    DannyS
    Moderator
    3 months ago

    Although we recommend quad shield for use for the reasons you mentioned.  Inside a home it is really up to the individual what cable better suits their needs.  As long as you understand the possibilities of interference and how that can affect the service.  If using a particular cable help you with routing to obtain a certain appearance in the home.  Long as it works that is fine.  If you would encounter concerns.  For testing, we would recommend using a standard quad shielded cable first.  If concerns persist then please reach us on (X) formally known as Twitter at CoxHelp, visit us on Facebook, or email by at cox.help@cox.com anytime for assistance.  We are always happy to help.

    • iFrog's avatar
      iFrog
      New Contributor II
      3 months ago

      Thanks DannyS I'll keep that in mind.  Since cables aren't expensive, I might pick up a 10ft quad shield cable as well. 

      Just to give a few other details.  Basically the cable comes from the wall jack, around the wall corner and under the table to the modem.  The only powered device is the UPS and a lamp and printer cord that the coax goes by. The printer is an Epson EcoTank so it's nothing high voltage such as a laser printer.  My impressions from reading the articles about the specs, it suggests high levels of EMI from radio equipment and similar, which isn't here in this apartment.