Ubiquiti Gateway and Switch have specific operating temperature ranges.
Ubiquiti Gateway and Switch have specific operating temperature ranges.
You're considering relocating your networking gear from the office to the garage. The garage environment in Florida is warm and humid, with temperatures around 80°F/26°C to 85°F/29°C. Many people worry about potential issues with heat, humidity, and power stability when moving equipment outdoors. Since your home already has Cat5e wiring and a junction box in the garage, you're on the right track. Just make sure to check for any risks like moisture damage or overheating, and consider using a weatherproof enclosure if needed. Let me know if you'd like more tips!
This box serves both as an internet connection junction and a patch panel. The previous owner reported challenges with maintaining cool temperatures in the garage, noting that the USG tends to overheat. To improve passive cooling, placing it on its side increases surface area for heat release. Adding a USB fan could also help manage the temperature.
Earlier owners never utilized the wired network. The connections weren’t even properly connected. Inside the junction box, only loose cables were present. Since the main box serves as the central point where all cables converge, I thought it would be best to install the rack there. Still, perhaps an 8 or 16 port switch could work—connect it during the day and keep the rack in the office. I was mainly looking to create more space. I also observed the garage temperature rose today to 87°F/31°C, so I expect it will be a bit warmer there. For now, it seems safer to keep it in the office.