
One reviewer said if you don't already know how to make network connections, you probably shouldn't. That's some nonsense. There are many videos and websites that explain this. If you've never pulled a cable before, you probably don't have many of the tools you need. Explore and you'll get deals on everything you need. These keystones are not tool free, you will need wire cutters to trim these protruding wires (see supplier images for product). I also had to use channel locks to pinch one because it just wouldn't fully compress on its own no matter how hard I squeezed. Still, using these "tool-less" keystones is a lot easier than punching wires with a hole punch; and takes less time. What would take 15-20 minutes to connect three RJ45 plugs, I did in 6-7 minutes. Make sure you have this jacket puller (cheap but it works): https://smile.amazon. com/Stripper-Crimping-Stripping-Telephone-BUSHIBU/dp/B0768QBNWQ/ref=sr_1_5?crid=Z1CNGCDBZ1EB&dchild=1&keywords=cat6+jacket+stripper&qid=1613340307&sprefix=cat6+jacket%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-5 Wire cutters, channel locks and scissors . For example, here is how I would make three CAT6 cables: - Have tools and jacks ready. - Using a gut remover, cut the casings about 1 inch from the end, but DO NOT remove them. !- Once all three sheaths are cut, slide the clip onto the end of the wire (note the correct direction), then remove the sheath, spread the wires in the four directions and unwind the wires.- Move the snap piece at the end of the coats near the wires. According to the color coding, place the wires in the correct position for their color. You should already know if you are connecting 568A or 568B. For example my standard CAT6 patch panel used 568B so I just chose 568B. As long as each end is the same standard on both ends of the cable, it will work.- Press the tab onto the cable core. After installation, there should be no gap. You may need to use channel blocking to enforce this. But that doesn't happen very often. Use wire cutters to cut off excess wire. Close the clear plastic caps together. Boom. Did. Continue with the next wire.