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Need help connecting more devices in new attic

iggy · 2012-06-13 23:22:35

Hi I recently got attic converted into a new man cave. I have UPC broadband with Cisco modem/router which is downstairs in sitting room. I now have my pc, bluray player and smart tv in the attic. I have one 15 metre RJ45 Ethernet Cat5E LAN patchwork cable lead running from downstairs up the outside wall and into attic that…

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14-06-2012 12:22am

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iggy

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Hi
I recently got attic converted into a new man cave.
I have UPC broadband with Cisco modem/router which is downstairs in sitting room.
I now have my pc, bluray player and smart tv in the attic.
I have one 15 metre RJ45 Ethernet Cat5E LAN patchwork cable lead running from downstairs up the outside wall and into attic that I have plugged in to my pc.
How can I get more of my devices connected to the router?
Will a Ethernet port switch with 4 ports work or would I have to use homeplugs?

I was looking at this on adverts.ie
http://touch.adverts.ie/desktop-hardware/netgear-5-port-fast-ethernet-switch/294520

Would that do the job?
Thanks

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#2 14-06-2012 3:51pm
PogMoThoin

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A switch like what you posted is what you need

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#3 18-06-2012 10:04pm
Cork24

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Ethernet port switch

will do once that is plug into the Modem..

stay away from plug Wifi can cause more harm then good

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