Modular switch or socket technical guide
Legrand Living Now RJ45 Socket Living Now Category 5E UTP: technical guide
Legrand Living Now RJ45 Socket Living Now Category 5E UTP is a modular switch or socket from Legrand. Legrand Living Now RJ45 Socket Living Now Category 5E UTP - part of the Legrand Living Now range. RJ45 Cat 5e and Cat 6: Data rate up to 1 GigaBit/s. This allows you to download a 1 GigaBytes file in 8 seconds. Offered in 3 finishes, each with its own catalogue number.
- Warranty: 2 years warranty provided by the manufacturer from date of purchase
- Support high capacity PoE applications. Power over Ethernet pass electric power along with data on twisted pair Ethernet cabling
- TIA 568A/B color coded contacts for standard wiring
Pros
- Support high capacity PoE applications. Power over Ethernet pass electric power along with data on twisted pair Ethernet cabling
- TIA 568A/B color coded contacts for standard wiring
- Easy installation and removal of the mechanism on the support frame thanks to the new generation of plastic hooking system
- Equipped with a transparent protective dust cover protecting the connector
Cons
- Modules usually fit only plates and boxes of the same range
Key specifications
As stated by the maker.
- Range
- Living Now
- Catalogue Numbers
- KG4279C5E, KM4279C5E, KW4279C5E
- Warranty
- 2 years warranty provided by the manufacturer from date of purchase
Warranty and validity
- Warranty
- 2 years warranty provided by the manufacturer from date of purchase (as stated by the maker)
How to use it
- Modular switches and sockets clip into a plate and a mounting box of the same range; each takes a stated number of modules.
- Match the current rating to the load: lights and fans run on lower-rated switches, while geysers, ACs and other heavy appliances need a higher-rated switch and socket on suitable wiring.
- Plan the plate size from the number of modules you need, counting blanks for a tidy layout.
Installation
- Have a licensed electrician fit it, with the supply switched off at the MCB.
- Use a mounting box and plate from the same range and module size, so the parts clip together properly.
- Tighten the terminal screws on the bare conductor only; loose terminals heat up and can melt the switch.
Care and maintenance
- Switch off the supply before cleaning, and wipe the plate with a dry or slightly damp cloth; never spray liquid onto it.
- Replace a switch or socket that sparks, buzzes, or feels warm to the touch.
- Keep heavy plugs out of a socket that is not rated for them.
Buying tips
- Buy switches, sockets, plates and boxes from one range, so the modules and finishes match.
- Check the current rating printed on each module against what you will plug or wire into it.
- Sockets with shutters keep children’s fingers and objects out of the live contacts.
Maker and compliance details
- Manufacturer / brand
- Legrand
Compare with similar products
| Specification | | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Ask for price | Ask for price | Ask for price | |
| Brand | Legrand | Legrand | Finolex | Jaquar |
| Range | Living Now | Arteor Advance | — | Allure |
| Catalogue Numbers | KG4279C5E, KM4279C5E, KW4279C5E | AA21107MB0, AA21107MT0, AA21107MW0 | — | — |
| Warranty | 2 years warranty provided by the manufacturer from date of purchase | 10 years warranty provided by the manufacturer from date of purchase | 5 Year | — |
Values as each maker states them. “—” means the maker does not state it.
Frequently asked questions
The maker states: 2 years warranty provided by the manufacturer from date of purchase. Keep the invoice; warranty claims go through the maker.
Only if its current rating suits the appliance’s load and the wiring behind it does too. Heavy appliances need a higher-rated switch and socket; ask an electrician to check.
Modules fit plates and boxes of the same range and module size. A different range or brand usually does not clip in.
Product facts are from the maker’s published data; the use, fitting and care advice applies to modular switch or sockets in general. Last updated 9 November 2026.