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Werkstudent14 May 2018 21:31Hello everyone!
I hope you are all doing well!
A brief description of my issue:
My router is located in the living room. To get the best possible internet connection on my PC, which is in the bedroom, I use a 20-meter (65 feet) Ethernet cable that runs across the entire apartment. Of course, this does not look good and is also dangerous (tripping hazard).
Therefore, I want to route the Ethernet cable along the baseboards. This looks better because the cable is no longer visible, and there is no longer any risk of someone tripping over it.
Laying the cable is not a problem, but I have a different question.
I would like the Ethernet cable to retract automatically along the baseboard in the bedroom when it is not plugged in anywhere. Similar to how a vacuum cleaner’s power cord retracts.
I hope you can help me with this, and I wish you a nice day.
Best regards
I hope you are all doing well!
A brief description of my issue:
My router is located in the living room. To get the best possible internet connection on my PC, which is in the bedroom, I use a 20-meter (65 feet) Ethernet cable that runs across the entire apartment. Of course, this does not look good and is also dangerous (tripping hazard).
Therefore, I want to route the Ethernet cable along the baseboards. This looks better because the cable is no longer visible, and there is no longer any risk of someone tripping over it.
Laying the cable is not a problem, but I have a different question.
I would like the Ethernet cable to retract automatically along the baseboard in the bedroom when it is not plugged in anywhere. Similar to how a vacuum cleaner’s power cord retracts.
I hope you can help me with this, and I wish you a nice day.
Best regards
I don’t think the idea of using Wi-Fi here is bad at all, even though I usually prefer wired LAN connections.
The misconception is that running LAN cables behind baseboards works without issues. Given the length, you’ll likely need to go around a few corners. Behind the baseboards, it’s difficult to maintain the minimum bend radius (usually 3–7cm (1–3 inches)) required for LAN cables, which can lead to problems. It works fine for my uncle, but with another acquaintance, we experienced cable breakage.
If you still want to install LAN cables, you should handle the corners carefully. I would suggest installing a LAN socket in the bedroom. There, you can either use a simple patch cable or, if you search for “network cable reel” on Google, you’ll find an overview of available options.
The misconception is that running LAN cables behind baseboards works without issues. Given the length, you’ll likely need to go around a few corners. Behind the baseboards, it’s difficult to maintain the minimum bend radius (usually 3–7cm (1–3 inches)) required for LAN cables, which can lead to problems. It works fine for my uncle, but with another acquaintance, we experienced cable breakage.
If you still want to install LAN cables, you should handle the corners carefully. I would suggest installing a LAN socket in the bedroom. There, you can either use a simple patch cable or, if you search for “network cable reel” on Google, you’ll find an overview of available options.
Domski schrieb:
Wi-Fi according to 802.11ac? It’s hassle-free and looks good: just search for UAP-AC-LRBy the way, these access points are absolutely amazing... We have several of them installed on our floor at the company. I’ve never seen such a reliable and low-maintenance Wi-Fi network.
They are really great devices.
Only the initial setup, possibly using a Raspberry Pi as a controller, can be a bit challenging and might not be feasible for someone without technical experience.
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