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Design for Ethernet connectivity in apartments

Design for Ethernet connectivity in apartments

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_FattyWap_
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06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
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you’re planning a custom build with electrical and networking components. you’ll likely run a dedicated ethernet infrastructure—either via fiber or twisted pair—to connect your router to multiple outlets. each outlet would have an ethernet port feeding into the same network, allowing devices in different rooms to access the internet through that central connection. no server is needed unless you want centralized management; otherwise, a simple switch or hub can handle routing. running fiber from the main input to each branch is efficient and maintains consistent speed across all areas.
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_FattyWap_
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #1

you’re planning a custom build with electrical and networking components. you’ll likely run a dedicated ethernet infrastructure—either via fiber or twisted pair—to connect your router to multiple outlets. each outlet would have an ethernet port feeding into the same network, allowing devices in different rooms to access the internet through that central connection. no server is needed unless you want centralized management; otherwise, a simple switch or hub can handle routing. running fiber from the main input to each branch is efficient and maintains consistent speed across all areas.

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WolfEH117
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06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#2
Needs a changeover.
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WolfEH117
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #2

Needs a changeover.

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Bryanbc_12
Junior Member
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06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#3
Set up a sturdy wooden board near the fuse box, leaving room for network gear. Connect the ISP uplink to this spot too. Route every LAN port back to the same location. Install an ISP modem or switches in the wall, then connect everything using Cat6 cables.
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Bryanbc_12
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #3

Set up a sturdy wooden board near the fuse box, leaving room for network gear. Connect the ISP uplink to this spot too. Route every LAN port back to the same location. Install an ISP modem or switches in the wall, then connect everything using Cat6 cables.

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MikeDragon159
Senior Member
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06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#4
Sure, let me clarify. You're asking about the placement of switches—should there be one before the input outlet, or multiple switches for different rooms?
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MikeDragon159
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #4

Sure, let me clarify. You're asking about the placement of switches—should there be one before the input outlet, or multiple switches for different rooms?

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Dram_Gum
Junior Member
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06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#5
uplink?
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Dram_Gum
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #5

uplink?

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dantheni64
Junior Member
18
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#6
the connection cord the internet provider installs in your home for the router to connect to.
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dantheni64
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #6

the connection cord the internet provider installs in your home for the router to connect to.

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vsbr0703
Member
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06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#7
We're employing VDSL technology, so you probably meant the telephone line.
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vsbr0703
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #7

We're employing VDSL technology, so you probably meant the telephone line.

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DriveIn
Senior Member
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06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#8
yes
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DriveIn
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #8

yes

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shizzle54
Member
210
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#9
configure your standard router setup. Connect one of its outputs to a switch, then link the switch to a power source with fiber or Cat6 cabling in different areas.
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shizzle54
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #9

configure your standard router setup. Connect one of its outputs to a switch, then link the switch to a power source with fiber or Cat6 cabling in different areas.

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walmartmic
Member
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06-06-2025, 03:36 AM
#10
Yes basically, for the runs to the various rooms use this kind of panel in the utility room. Then connect Cat6 cables to the wall outlets in the various rooms as shown.
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walmartmic
06-06-2025, 03:36 AM #10

Yes basically, for the runs to the various rooms use this kind of panel in the utility room. Then connect Cat6 cables to the wall outlets in the various rooms as shown.

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