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I'm upgrading from Cat5e — do I only need to change the faceplates and modules?

No, not if the aim is to turn the whole installed link into Cat6. The permanent cable, outlet module, patch-panel termination and patch leads all contribute.

Replacing only the visible faceplates can leave you with very impressive Cat6 labels at either end of exactly the same old Cat5e cable.

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