Hello everyone,
Slowly but surely, we are getting closer to moving in.
In about 4-6 weeks, we will most likely move into our new build.
For this reason, I am gradually starting to think about the technology in my house so that I have all the necessary information in time and everything works properly.
We built with a basement — so the utility room is located in the basement.
--> Fiber optic connection from the telecom provider – 100 Mbps with Magenta Smart TV (we only watch Internet TV – no satellite connection).
--> 7 double LAN outlets installed throughout the house (1x bedroom, 2x kids’ rooms, 1x living area, 1x office, 2x access points) – so 14 individual cables.
--> The distribution panel on the wall is attached (in case this is important).
Now to my questions:
1. I’m considering buying the FritzBox 7590 router because it seems to be one of the leading models on the market right now and has received very good reviews. I haven’t had good experiences with Speedports in the past, but the FritzBox has always left a positive impression.
– Does this make sense?
2. Is a router alone enough for this setup? It seems to me that there are too few ports on the router, so I definitely need a switch, correct?
I only know switches from LAN parties years ago and don’t have much experience with them. When connecting router <--> switch, do I lose any speed?
– If a switch is needed, what should I pay attention to when buying one? Are there any models you have had good experiences with?
3. Access points – how does this work? I am currently a bit unsure because I only had LAN cables pre-installed in the walls in the ground floor and attic hallway areas for the access points. Is that sufficient? How is the access point powered? Is it enough to simply plug this cable into the switch or the router? Is that even possible?
So: which cables should connect to the router, and which should go to a switch?
I would appreciate a simple explanation! I don’t need a high-end solution… There are currently and will be just two of us living in a very large house, no kids into gaming or anything like that… I just want reliable Wi-Fi throughout the house (since we have concrete ceilings) and good streaming of my Internet TV.
Additionally:
Are there any mounting options for switches or routers? At the moment, I don’t see any space for them in my distribution panel 😀
Slowly but surely, we are getting closer to moving in.
In about 4-6 weeks, we will most likely move into our new build.
For this reason, I am gradually starting to think about the technology in my house so that I have all the necessary information in time and everything works properly.
We built with a basement — so the utility room is located in the basement.
--> Fiber optic connection from the telecom provider – 100 Mbps with Magenta Smart TV (we only watch Internet TV – no satellite connection).
--> 7 double LAN outlets installed throughout the house (1x bedroom, 2x kids’ rooms, 1x living area, 1x office, 2x access points) – so 14 individual cables.
--> The distribution panel on the wall is attached (in case this is important).
Now to my questions:
1. I’m considering buying the FritzBox 7590 router because it seems to be one of the leading models on the market right now and has received very good reviews. I haven’t had good experiences with Speedports in the past, but the FritzBox has always left a positive impression.
– Does this make sense?
2. Is a router alone enough for this setup? It seems to me that there are too few ports on the router, so I definitely need a switch, correct?
I only know switches from LAN parties years ago and don’t have much experience with them. When connecting router <--> switch, do I lose any speed?
– If a switch is needed, what should I pay attention to when buying one? Are there any models you have had good experiences with?
3. Access points – how does this work? I am currently a bit unsure because I only had LAN cables pre-installed in the walls in the ground floor and attic hallway areas for the access points. Is that sufficient? How is the access point powered? Is it enough to simply plug this cable into the switch or the router? Is that even possible?
So: which cables should connect to the router, and which should go to a switch?
I would appreciate a simple explanation! I don’t need a high-end solution… There are currently and will be just two of us living in a very large house, no kids into gaming or anything like that… I just want reliable Wi-Fi throughout the house (since we have concrete ceilings) and good streaming of my Internet TV.
Additionally:
Are there any mounting options for switches or routers? At the moment, I don’t see any space for them in my distribution panel 😀
I would let the electrician choose the modules. I would organize the network cabinet and equipment myself. You need to decide among yourselves who will provide the blank panel for mounting the modules.
From my point of view, it is very important to determine the cable length so that you have flexibility with your cabinet.
From my point of view, it is very important to determine the cable length so that you have flexibility with your cabinet.
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DaGoodness5 May 2022 12:34Atilla08 schrieb:
Regarding the cabinet, he only said that something like that would of course be possible if you had 24 ports. He doesn't really share my enthusiasm 😀 So, does that mean he wouldn’t offer you a cabinet at all, or what? Just the two patch panels mounted somewhere on the wall?
Atilla08 schrieb:
His answer about the patch panel was simply, "we use panels with modules that can be mounted cable by cable."He is right. He means patch panels with keystone modules. In this setup, you basically attach "jacks" to the installation cables, which are then clicked into the patch panel. This makes installation much easier, and you can also rearrange the order on the patch panel later if needed—for example, if you have a switch that doesn’t provide PoE on all ports and you want to connect cameras somewhere. You simply rearrange the connections on the patch panel, avoiding tangled cables between the patch panel and the switch.2x 8 sounds like 10". Definitely avoid that and insist on a 24-port patch panel and a 19" rack. Under no circumstances choose 10"—it severely limits your options for devices.
Modules are available from many manufacturers and generally good quality. I almost always use Telegärtner, which are tool-free to install. But that’s a matter of preference; he should decide.
Atilla08 schrieb:
Thank you very much for the numerous responses and tips. I will discuss it with him again and address the cabinet. If necessary, I will provide one and mount it on the wall. Right now, I’m not sure if or what exactly he intended to install.
Best regardsI didn’t buy Keystone modules but the deleycon patch panel with 24 ports. He had no problem connecting it and didn’t complain.
I bought a 19-inch rack – he even mounted it on the wall and connected everything neatly – I’m completely satisfied so far.
I would also definitely recommend a 19-inch rack if you have enough space in your designated room for it.
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Bauenaberwie12 Jul 2022 22:50Hello everyone,
the time has come and I am ready to order the network cabinet. I have put together the following components and hope you can tell me if this will work:
1x 19-inch network cabinet 6U
1x deleyCON 48-port modular patch panel for RJ45 keystone modules 1U 19-inch
1x YuanLey 28-port Gigabit PoE switch with 24 PoE+ ports at 400 W
32x deleyCON CAT 6a keystone jack modules
1x Brennenstuhl aluminum power strip with 8 outlets and surge protection
Am I missing anything?
Many thanks
the time has come and I am ready to order the network cabinet. I have put together the following components and hope you can tell me if this will work:
1x 19-inch network cabinet 6U
1x deleyCON 48-port modular patch panel for RJ45 keystone modules 1U 19-inch
1x YuanLey 28-port Gigabit PoE switch with 24 PoE+ ports at 400 W
32x deleyCON CAT 6a keystone jack modules
1x Brennenstuhl aluminum power strip with 8 outlets and surge protection
Am I missing anything?
Many thanks
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