ᐅ Are Ethernet ports still relevant today? Wi-Fi and wireless connections are the future!
Created on: 29 Jan 2020 21:06
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Hello fellow cable enthusiasts and Wi-Fi addicts,
I already confessed in the SAT discussion that I consider coax outlets and satellite dishes completely outdated since entertainment is streamed nowadays, and I’m not planning to include them in our new build (more on that in the SAT discussion). But that’s not what this is about.
Right now, I’m trying to smartly distribute LAN duplex Cat 6a and Cat7 cable outlets throughout the rooms (1st floor: 2 kids’ rooms, kids’ bathroom, master bedroom, dressing room, master bathroom, hallway; 2nd floor: open living/dining/kitchen area, hallway, entrance area, guest restroom).
On one hand, I feel like none of the rooms really fit the outlets perfectly, like: “the desk could go here…” But what if the TV ends up in that corner instead?
On the other hand, I’m looking at our current devices and very few still have LAN ports: MacBooks, iPhones, tablets, or devices that have LAN options but mostly connect via Wi-Fi anyway, like Sonos, printers, TVs.
So the question arises whether LAN ports in rooms are still that important today. I’m not talking about the Wi-Fi access points, which of course should be connected via LAN in a convenient location, or special cases like PoE cameras and door intercoms. I’m mainly referring to the LAN outlets in individual rooms. Most end devices are mobile anyway, and the outlets will be in the wrong place 99% of the time.
I read (yes, I spent some time researching this) that the cost of LAN outlets is negligible. Well, if I install duplex outlets in all those questionable locations, the cost for switches and everything else adds up to a nice chunk.
I would be interested in your opinion on this. Since I am straightforwardly skipping any traditional TV (in our case only satellite would be possible) and the corresponding connections, wouldn’t it be consistent to also counteract the outlet overload regarding LAN?
Looking forward to your comments, thanks!
I already confessed in the SAT discussion that I consider coax outlets and satellite dishes completely outdated since entertainment is streamed nowadays, and I’m not planning to include them in our new build (more on that in the SAT discussion). But that’s not what this is about.
Right now, I’m trying to smartly distribute LAN duplex Cat 6a and Cat7 cable outlets throughout the rooms (1st floor: 2 kids’ rooms, kids’ bathroom, master bedroom, dressing room, master bathroom, hallway; 2nd floor: open living/dining/kitchen area, hallway, entrance area, guest restroom).
On one hand, I feel like none of the rooms really fit the outlets perfectly, like: “the desk could go here…” But what if the TV ends up in that corner instead?
On the other hand, I’m looking at our current devices and very few still have LAN ports: MacBooks, iPhones, tablets, or devices that have LAN options but mostly connect via Wi-Fi anyway, like Sonos, printers, TVs.
So the question arises whether LAN ports in rooms are still that important today. I’m not talking about the Wi-Fi access points, which of course should be connected via LAN in a convenient location, or special cases like PoE cameras and door intercoms. I’m mainly referring to the LAN outlets in individual rooms. Most end devices are mobile anyway, and the outlets will be in the wrong place 99% of the time.
I read (yes, I spent some time researching this) that the cost of LAN outlets is negligible. Well, if I install duplex outlets in all those questionable locations, the cost for switches and everything else adds up to a nice chunk.
I would be interested in your opinion on this. Since I am straightforwardly skipping any traditional TV (in our case only satellite would be possible) and the corresponding connections, wouldn’t it be consistent to also counteract the outlet overload regarding LAN?
Looking forward to your comments, thanks!
Do you have a rotary hammer? In my condominium, I was also struggling at first with a good hammer drill and thought there was steel everywhere. But as soon as I got a rotary hammer, it went through like butter. The reinforcing steel usually doesn’t start just a few millimeters (inches) in...
When drilling into metal, it simply takes a bit more time. There are plenty of good brands that provide drill bits. With two pieces, you will probably be able to make all the holes needed in your house.
And make sure to use a proper drill, not just a cordless screwdriver.
Our entire house is made of concrete, and the chance of hitting metal while drilling is 50:50.
Tape (even good quality) does not hold up over time. Construction adhesive works but is impractical.
Drilling is the cleanest solution.
And make sure to use a proper drill, not just a cordless screwdriver.
Our entire house is made of concrete, and the chance of hitting metal while drilling is 50:50.
Tape (even good quality) does not hold up over time. Construction adhesive works but is impractical.
Drilling is the cleanest solution.
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Stefan2.847 Dec 2020 15:16Yes, I have a proper hammer drill. But it stopped progressing after just a few millimeters (inches). So I should probably buy a suitable drill bit. Or maybe I should switch to a metal drill bit as soon as I hit steel? As usual, both options have their pros and cons. Sometimes I just look for the easiest solution for me...
Rotary hammer ≠ hammer drill. Not hammer drill, I specifically mean rotary hammer. One rotates faster and hammers slower, the other rotates slower and hammers faster. What you need here is the latter. Seriously, it’s like day and night. Like using a toothpick on granite vs. a hot knife through butter. I didn’t want to believe it, but that’s how it is.
However, it doesn’t make the most precise holes…
However, it doesn’t make the most precise holes…
The mounts for the smoke detectors do not fit.
My electrician also said that they usually don’t hold well and often end up being screwed in anyway. That’s how we installed our smoke detectors as well.
A proper drill solves the problem. It just takes a bit longer with metal.
Alternatively, you could borrow a nail gun.
My electrician also said that they usually don’t hold well and often end up being screwed in anyway. That’s how we installed our smoke detectors as well.
A proper drill solves the problem. It just takes a bit longer with metal.
Alternatively, you could borrow a nail gun.