Yes, there is a 2-way Ethernet switch outlet available.
Yes, there is a 2-way Ethernet switch outlet available.
Hi, I understand your situation. You had Ethernet installed during the renovation but discovered a wiring issue after the fact. The person you spoke with suggested running cables from the upstairs router to the basement and then connecting outlets, which turned out ineffective. After some research, you realized that Ethernet connections work best in a peer-to-peer setup, not through a single cable. Since you can't install switches or outlets easily, and reviews warn against using Ethernet t-splitters, you're considering a switch built into an outlet. You mentioned looking for models that split to the front connector and include a secondary split inside. Let me know if you'd like help finding suitable options!
I don’t know of a solution that matches exactly what you’re looking for. What I’d do is set up wall-mounted access points (such as Unifi U6-IW or UAP-IW-HD, Ruckus H550 or H510) with built-in switches. Simply connect your “daisy chain” cable into a front outlet and run it behind the access point. The advantage is wireless coverage throughout the house, similar to how hotels are wired today. The Ruckus APs cost more, but they include a dedicated pass-through cable channel, preventing wires from getting damaged. If you need multiple downstream cables or want to chain more than two switches/APs together, you’ll face POE challenges and may need extra power or direct DC connections.
Consider adding a tiny control such as a Unifi USW-Flex Mini inside the wall-mounted unit, positioned near the stud or left open. Supply power using a PoE injector connected back to your router. Finally, connect the patch from the keystones to an RJ45 port and insert it into the switch.