I have a cable running from a switch to a bedroom, terminated at each end in punchdown jacks (pictures attached of each jack). I’ve confirmed the electrical continuity is fine (details below), but I can’t get an internet link / lights at the switch. Everything is wired as T568A.
Topology:
Router - switch - patch cable 1 - punchdown jack 1 - cat6 cable - punchdown jack 2 - patch cable 2 - laptop
Troubleshooting I’ve tried:
- changed jacks
- loop back test with cable only; twisted the coloured pairs at one end and check closed circuit with a multimeter at the other. No issues.
- loop back test with jacks in place; made two male RJ45 cables with stripped ends. Plugged one into punchdown jack 1 and twisted the coloured pairs. Plugged the other into punchdown jack 2 and checked the circuits closed with a multimeter. No issues.
- replaced patch cables
At a loss of what to try next. Any ideas?
Punchdown jack 1:

Punchdown jack 2:
