I have a extensive home network and for running down cables and faults I use:
Okay don't pick on me guys.
But for a low cost cable id tool and quick diagnostics.
I use the klein scout pro 2.
Current version is the scout pro 3. which has more features for the same price.
It works extremely well with the mapping terminators for me as well as testing open,shorted and mismatched pairs and length of cable
They both have a tone generator but you need to buy a compatible sensor.


On the scout 3 the hub feature causes the led's on the switch,router to blink.
They both are not recommended to use on POE
Plus it has back lighting and multiple tones.
Plus you can get length by pairs for finding a broken cable.
And it is rated for cat 7 and will show it as shielded.

There are ton's of accessories for both.
Like extra mapping terminators all with unique ID's

Last edited by Ruben; 07/20/20 03:45 PM. Reason: Added Comment
There is no such thing as stupid questions.
Just stupid answers.