Establish connections across great distances.
Establish connections across great distances.
Hey everyone! I'm facing a big challenge with setting up a wired Ethernet connection between buildings. The distance is over 100 meters, which makes it tricky. I want to keep my network speed at gigabit levels without using wireless, since that would slow things down and the metal structures could interfere. I'm considering running the cable above ground from pole to pole, maybe underground for most of it, though some parts might need to stay exposed. Any suggestions would be super helpful!
I believe the only solution is fiber, unless you prefer dealing with Ethernet repeaters and possible interference from outdoor wiring.
The real length is around 550 meters, especially on Omnium 2 with a 1Gbps connection.
Approximately 500 feet long, or 152.4 meters, with the need to navigate around things like trees and buildings.
I tested the cable over a distance of about 150 meters using Cat6A shielded outdoor rated wire. The result depended heavily on the cable's condition. Initially, it was only run because it was the most affordable choice, even though fiber would have been better for the distance. The technician was warned it might not work, but we used a 305-meter Cat6A reel and performed a quick check on a 150-meter section with switches powered in one building to verify performance at 1G. After that, we installed the cable in the trench and ran it through the area. Actual results may differ since this was outside the standard specs for speed and transmission.
Consider adding a switch at that point. This should boost the signal again and let you use longer cable runs. Otherwise, you might explore options like the one linked here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AMCKN80/?ta...rflow17-20
no ideal spot exists for a network switch between those buildings. fiber seems like the best solution. do you have any recommended options for purchasing? also, my current setup uses Cat6 weatherproof cables and I’m considering moving to 10G speeds once funds allow for a NAS or server upgrade—not soon.
Discussing the setup involves higher costs for indoor-outdoor duplex options. The OM1 model in orange supports up to 1gbps over 275 meters, but reaching 10g requires switching to OM3. Both ends of the connection will need SPF+ transceivers. Please share your switch or PC details so I can recommend the right SPF+ equipment. Let me know if this clarifies things!