Legrand RJ45 Socket Single Cat5 UTP Cream 764671

Legrand RJ45 Socket Single Cat5 UTP Cream 764671 is a single-port wall-mounted RJ45 socket designed for Cat5 UTP structured cabling. The socket fits standard electrical backboxes and provides a single Ethernet connection in a neutral cream finish. It is intended for installations where Cat5 UTP cabling is used to connect computers, routers, switches or other IP devices in residential and light commercial environments.

Advantages

The socket offers a compact, low-profile design that integrates with common wall plates and installation boxes. Its Cat5 UTP compatibility ensures reliable 100BASE-TX and 10BASE-T Ethernet performance when used with appropriate cabling. The cream finish provides a discreet appearance that blends with many interior décors. The product is manufactured by a recognised brand and is suitable for professional and DIY installations requiring a straightforward single-network outlet.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Providing a single Ethernet network connection in homes
• Adding a wall-mounted network outlet in small offices
• Connecting desktops, IP phones, routers or switches over Cat5 UTP cabling
• Replacing or upgrading existing single-port sockets to match interior finishes

Key specifications

• Connector type: RJ45 single-port
• Cabling compatibility: Cat5 UTP
• Mounting: standard backbox / wall plate compatible
• Colour / finish: cream
• Intended application: Ethernet network outlet for data communications (10/100 Mbps typical for Cat5)
• Form factor: keystone-style wall socket / fixed single module

How to use

Install the socket into a standard electrical backbox following local wiring regulations and safety practices. Terminate the Cat5 UTP cable onto the socket's IDC or punch-down contacts according to the appropriate wiring standard (T568A or T568B) and verify pair alignment before securing. Mount the faceplate into the backbox and connect equipment using a standard RJ45 patch cable. Test the connection with a network tester or by connecting a device to confirm link and data transmission.

Usage recommendations

Use Cat5 UTP cabling of appropriate quality and length to maintain reliable 10/100 Mbps links; for Gigabit Ethernet or future-proofing, consider Cat5e or higher cabling. Ensure terminations are clean and follow the same wiring standard at both ends. When installing in commercial or high-density environments, plan outlet locations for access and cable management.