Connectivity solutions involving networking devices, modems, routers, and switches.

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RighteousKid
Member

11-09-2016, 06:17 AM

Is it best to place your modem and router near each other for optimal performance? Your home has tricky wiring and limited phone lines, so positioning the Wi-Fi router in a more open space helps. You need to run several ENET cables from the switch to hide it, which means the distance between them matters. Using Cat6a cables won’t significantly impact speed, but proper placement is key for stability.

RighteousKid

11-09-2016, 06:17 AM #1

21sprinter
Junior Member

11-09-2016, 07:31 AM

The pace will stay steady as long as each run is under 100 meters (~320 feet)

21sprinter

11-09-2016, 07:31 AM #2

The pace will stay steady as long as each run is under 100 meters (~320 feet)

clix800
Member

122

11-09-2016, 04:26 PM

Actually, unless you're extending your CAT6a beyond 100 meters, it's not necessary.

clix800

11-09-2016, 04:26 PM #3

Actually, unless you're extending your CAT6a beyond 100 meters, it's not necessary.

88Phoenix
Member

11-09-2016, 10:54 PM

Ethernet wires perform without degradation beyond 100 meters. Exceeding that distance requires additional repeaters.

88Phoenix

11-09-2016, 10:54 PM #4

Ethernet wires perform without degradation beyond 100 meters. Exceeding that distance requires additional repeaters.

BroZockerLuca
Member

11-11-2016, 02:14 AM

Sure, just confirming the details. The maximum is 20 meters to the switch and up to 30 meters from there. Thanks for checking!

BroZockerLuca

11-11-2016, 02:14 AM #5

Sure, just confirming the details. The maximum is 20 meters to the switch and up to 30 meters from there. Thanks for checking!