ᐅ Category 7 network cable running underground from the main house to the extension
Created on: 16 Oct 2020 13:58
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David90
Hello!
We want to set up a network for an extension that is currently being renovated.
At the moment, there is nothing there.
In the main house next door, there is only a Fritzbox so far.
My question is, how to best route multiple duplex cables through a conduit about 5 meters (16 feet) long underground. (Length, not depth)
Also: how does the “connection” in the extension typically look, how do you enter the building from the conduit, etc., maybe someone has experience with this.
In the extension, the cables should be distributed to 3 rooms, with 2 dual network outlets each. So, we are talking about 6 Cat 7 duplex cables.
Can the electrician install the network outlets right next to the power outlets? Joint installation of network and electrical cables is allowed.
I feel confident handling the patch panel setup, connecting the switch (in the main house by the Fritzbox), etc., myself. Although dividing the switch (main house) and patch panel (extension) would be an option—since that would mean running only one cable into the yard—I actually prefer not to do that because of data throughput and to keep everything centralized.
I look forward to your ideas and constructive contributions!
We want to set up a network for an extension that is currently being renovated.
At the moment, there is nothing there.
In the main house next door, there is only a Fritzbox so far.
My question is, how to best route multiple duplex cables through a conduit about 5 meters (16 feet) long underground. (Length, not depth)
Also: how does the “connection” in the extension typically look, how do you enter the building from the conduit, etc., maybe someone has experience with this.
In the extension, the cables should be distributed to 3 rooms, with 2 dual network outlets each. So, we are talking about 6 Cat 7 duplex cables.
Can the electrician install the network outlets right next to the power outlets? Joint installation of network and electrical cables is allowed.
I feel confident handling the patch panel setup, connecting the switch (in the main house by the Fritzbox), etc., myself. Although dividing the switch (main house) and patch panel (extension) would be an option—since that would mean running only one cable into the yard—I actually prefer not to do that because of data throughput and to keep everything centralized.
I look forward to your ideas and constructive contributions!
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allstar8318 Oct 2020 21:00I'm not up to date at the moment... But could the new Wi-Fi 6 standard possibly help avoid having to install cables here?
Are there any experiences with this so far?
Are there any experiences with this so far?
@Ben-man is absolutely right.
Anything other than a proper Cat7 underground cable for 5m (16 feet) to the extension is complete nonsense for a private household.
If lightning strikes... sorry. I’m not going to build a high-security safe in my basement just in case I win the jackpot in the lottery.
Anything other than a proper Cat7 underground cable for 5m (16 feet) to the extension is complete nonsense for a private household.
If lightning strikes... sorry. I’m not going to build a high-security safe in my basement just in case I win the jackpot in the lottery.
I don’t even see the problem with such an absurd proposal being made. However, I do see an issue when someone disproves this proposal with facts, and yet people continue to insist it was a good idea without being able to give any valid reason. Instead of simply saying something like “that probably doesn’t fit well with the project,” they become stubborn or avoid the point. This not only confuses the original poster but also everyone else in the forum who has the same question later on.