Alternative setup for NAS over MOCA adapter not requiring shared network
Alternative setup for NAS over MOCA adapter not requiring shared network
I’m just getting started with networking and recently moved into a new place. I’m trying to set up my NAS server in the basement, which houses the ONT. My plan is to connect it directly to the switch there. The setup goes like this: fiber → ONT → switch → MOCA adapter (basement) → MOCA adapter (office) → router. The problem is that when I plugged my NAS into the switch, it didn’t show up on my network. When I connected my laptop to the switch, it appeared on a different network than the router’s. I’m not sure if this is due to the MOCA adapters or if the ONT is affecting the other unit in the building. Any advice or troubleshooting steps would be really helpful. Thanks!
If it's a standard ONT device rather than a router combo, it won't function as intended. Most providers assign a single IPv4 address, which the router shares with all network devices. The router must connect directly to the ONT, and everything should pass through it. Consider placing the router in the basement and relocating the switch to your home office. For improved Wi-Fi, explore a wireless access point.