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What type of switch is appropriate for your needs?

What type of switch is appropriate for your needs?

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Queffect
Member
219
06-10-2023, 10:21 PM
#1
Your router is on the upper floor, and you're attempting to extend Ethernet downstairs using a single long cable with a splitter. Many online sources indicate that this method doesn't work effectively, suggesting you might need a switch instead.
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Queffect
06-10-2023, 10:21 PM #1

Your router is on the upper floor, and you're attempting to extend Ethernet downstairs using a single long cable with a splitter. Many online sources indicate that this method doesn't work effectively, suggesting you might need a switch instead.

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KarmaUDeserve
Member
136
06-11-2023, 12:14 AM
#2
Use a network switch for this task. Avoid relying on an ethernet splitter cable.
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KarmaUDeserve
06-11-2023, 12:14 AM #2

Use a network switch for this task. Avoid relying on an ethernet splitter cable.

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jambalaia93
Member
224
06-26-2023, 11:56 PM
#3
A simple gigabit dummy switch is sufficient for the task.
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jambalaia93
06-26-2023, 11:56 PM #3

A simple gigabit dummy switch is sufficient for the task.

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FluxiE_
Junior Member
36
06-28-2023, 03:29 PM
#4
You might lower the switch in the basement, keeping just one main cable running up. Regarding switches, a 5-port gigabit model is about 20€, which isn’t a big expense.
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FluxiE_
06-28-2023, 03:29 PM #4

You might lower the switch in the basement, keeping just one main cable running up. Regarding switches, a 5-port gigabit model is about 20€, which isn’t a big expense.

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rektyourmom21
Member
226
07-04-2023, 02:02 AM
#5
Upgrade your device by installing a used router and configuring it to operate in access point mode.
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rektyourmom21
07-04-2023, 02:02 AM #5

Upgrade your device by installing a used router and configuring it to operate in access point mode.

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kyre69
Junior Member
10
07-04-2023, 11:00 AM
#6
It's not worth it when a brand new 5-port dumb switch costs just $15.
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kyre69
07-04-2023, 11:00 AM #6

It's not worth it when a brand new 5-port dumb switch costs just $15.

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TheAnnieBunneh
Junior Member
25
07-11-2023, 02:52 PM
#7
Check local options by asking neighbors, family, or friends.
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TheAnnieBunneh
07-11-2023, 02:52 PM #7

Check local options by asking neighbors, family, or friends.