Posts by jimbo75

Quote:Originally Posted by Nethawk If you do make your own cables get a crimper specifically for Cat6. I didn't know there was a difference until I'd made all of my cables and most failed. After a lifetime of making about a...

I've had good luck with Dlink Green switches. You may want to refer to the various equipment vendor sites to see if they have any recommendations (for or against)... For example, Sonos has a known network compatibility issue...

You don't have to have the patch panel, but it can help make things look nice. And depending on how the cabling is wrapped/velcro'd, it may make it easier to have the panel in place as your network equipment grows and changes. For...

You mentioned using PoE above... Do you really need it? You don't have an AC outlet near the wireless access point? My guess is PoE will add a lot of cost to the project... Not only do you need an access point that accepts PoE, but...

Quote:Originally Posted by StratmanX  Glad to hear you are enjoying your new 4500. One suggestion: Do not be in a hurry to upgrade the firmware. Unless there is something specific it provides or fixes for your situation, stick...

Quote:Originally Posted by bobsilver  Port forwarding works fine. I have 6 different ports forwarded on my system. You need to have your device set to a static ip address to forward a port. Example if you forward incoming port...

Quote:Originally Posted by CubicleCrusher So...I've learned that I'll need a "coax distribution amp" since I'm splitting the signal so many times. Some kind of combination splitter/amp might fit the bill. The cabinet...

Quote:Originally Posted by CubicleCrusher Such is the fast pace of information and learning... ..it seems that I should have an Ethernet Router between the Distribution Device and the rest of my ethernet connections due to...

Quote:Originally Posted by RNaval Do some WiFi-N routers provide better range than others? And is it possible to extend the range of a WiFi signal around the house without repeaters, etc? I have a D-Link DIR625, is it outdated now...

Quote:Originally Posted by Mfusick Your WD bias is pretty evident throughout this thread. This quote coming from the guy who probably has a Seagate tattoo on his arm. Hard drives are like pickup trucks, there are Ford Guys and...