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Published on 2010-06-06T02:45:15Z Indexed on 2010/06/06 2:53 UTC
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Hello:

I'm looking to wire my home with CAT-X (where X is probably going to be CAT-6, unless someone can convince me differently. ;) ).

I'm seeking advice on what equipment I'll need for the job, and any things I should watch out for.

It's a two story half-duplex I'll be wiring, roughly about 1800 sq ft.

Here's what I believe I need so far:

  • Bulk CAT-6 Ethernet cabling
    • CM Rated
  • Gigabit switch(es?)
  • Patch panel
  • Equipment for cutting, terminating wire, fishing through walls, etc
  • Wall outlet covers, etc.

Questions I have:

  • Does it matter the MHz rating on the Ethernet cable? If so, why?

  • I have two gigabit switches currently, an 8-port and a 5-port. Should I buy one massive switch to cover all the connections I need, or should I just chain the two together and buy a switch for however many other connections I need?

  • Do I really need a patch panel? I understand it keeps the cables looking cleaner than coming out of a hole in the wall, but is there some other product I can use, perhaps combining a switch with a patch panel or some such?

Ideally I'll have all this running out of a relatively small closet, so the less components (or smaller) the better.

Any advice, links, or suggested product to use/avoid would be appreciated!

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