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Relocating your modem/router within the home

Relocating your modem/router within the home

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Hakeem108
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07-17-2016, 08:43 AM
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I've searched everywhere for details about my issue and a solution, but it hasn't worked. Five rooms in my home have coax cables permanently installed outside, thinking I could disconnect one cable and connect it to the desired modem area. After inspecting the boxes, it appears the Spectrum line didn’t reach any of the outside cables—it went straight into the house. Since the house is only 12 years old, I’m unsure exactly what’s happening. My main concern is whether I can reroute the internet without contacting Spectrum and incurring their fees. If the cable isn’t directly connected to the house, how would I redirect it properly?
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Hakeem108
07-17-2016, 08:43 AM #1

I've searched everywhere for details about my issue and a solution, but it hasn't worked. Five rooms in my home have coax cables permanently installed outside, thinking I could disconnect one cable and connect it to the desired modem area. After inspecting the boxes, it appears the Spectrum line didn’t reach any of the outside cables—it went straight into the house. Since the house is only 12 years old, I’m unsure exactly what’s happening. My main concern is whether I can reroute the internet without contacting Spectrum and incurring their fees. If the cable isn’t directly connected to the house, how would I redirect it properly?

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quteDE
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07-21-2016, 02:35 AM
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I'm not clear on what you're referring to, but extending the Ethernet cable is straightforward and you can handle it yourself without hiring anyone. (Unclear what you mean and I'm not an expert here)
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quteDE
07-21-2016, 02:35 AM #2

I'm not clear on what you're referring to, but extending the Ethernet cable is straightforward and you can handle it yourself without hiring anyone. (Unclear what you mean and I'm not an expert here)

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ctobin8
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07-21-2016, 05:44 AM
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Some providers install a dedicated line for modem connection separate from the one used for TV signals. If technicians knew the wiring was coax at installation, they might have cut the coax cable at the junction box. You can retrieve the correct coax from your ISP and splice it into a T-junction near the coax box. This lets you position the modem wherever the coax port is in the house. If you already have cable TV service, avoid this method to prevent signal loss. You’ll need another way to connect the coax feed directly from the area needing internet.
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ctobin8
07-21-2016, 05:44 AM #3

Some providers install a dedicated line for modem connection separate from the one used for TV signals. If technicians knew the wiring was coax at installation, they might have cut the coax cable at the junction box. You can retrieve the correct coax from your ISP and splice it into a T-junction near the coax box. This lets you position the modem wherever the coax port is in the house. If you already have cable TV service, avoid this method to prevent signal loss. You’ll need another way to connect the coax feed directly from the area needing internet.

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_Italy_1
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07-27-2016, 07:03 PM
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If you control the cable leading into that box, you can sever it if you have the necessary tools and expertise. Disconnect the line completely. Then add a 2/3/4-way splitter. Link every cable to the splitter, after which you can plug your modem or router into any of those ports in the rooms, and it should function properly.
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_Italy_1
07-27-2016, 07:03 PM #4

If you control the cable leading into that box, you can sever it if you have the necessary tools and expertise. Disconnect the line completely. Then add a 2/3/4-way splitter. Link every cable to the splitter, after which you can plug your modem or router into any of those ports in the rooms, and it should function properly.

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