You want a switch. If you don't need anything faster than 100mbps, they are extremely cheap: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JuMmCbWG1TY5R
Gigabit ones are slightly more expensive but are worth it if your router supports gigabit.
You can't use an "Ethernet splitter" but you can buy a small home switch.
You can get them for under 30$ at your local electronics store or on amazon.
I'd suggest a model like this one.
last resort option you could get a 5 port switch for like 10 bucks on amazon and just do the split that way and avoid the bridge.
plug the cable that goes to your pc now into that switch. then a cable from switch to pc and a cable from switch to ps4.
edit : added this link https://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-5-Port-Ethernet-Desktop-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY
plenty fast
Yes. I haven't heard of many problems with stealing. In terms of bringing your own router, depending on how you set up your room you might not need one. I bought an Ethernet switch for 10 bucks and could connect to 4 things (mine was set up to my roku, ps3, ps4, and computer). That way is cheaper than a router and it gets the job done. The internet is pretty dang good actually.
The one I got is $9.95 on Amazon
TP-Link 5-Port Fast Ethernet Desktop Switch (TL-SF1005D) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_d1JFybKTXF699
> so he got two 15$ splitters off amazon
Do you mean switches, like this one?
>TP-Link 5 Port Fast Ethernet Switch
Why does bro need two of them?
One switch usually works great.
However, did he buy a cheap one? And is it gigabite speed, or "fast ethernet 10/100"? If you will look at the label on the back of it and get the make and model number, can tell you if that's the issue.
Two switches in sequence can cause issues. Cheap switch and cheap cables: issues. Etc
Looks like a TP Link. Limited-time deal: TP-Link 5 Port 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch | Desktop Ethernet Splitter | Ethernet Hub | Plug & Play | Fanless Quiet | Desktop Design | Green Technology | Unmanaged (TL-SF1005D),White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dl_8RM3BM1HBA6JR60G9RS7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
im gonna use this basic switch then, https://www.amazon.in/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_C8DKF49FQA03539R22XG?psc=1
So the Ethernet >to switch > then 1st router at home (which should work normally) , then another cat 5 from switch to 1st ONU(check above links to see which one I'm buying) >then through Optic 500m> to 2nd ONU >to 2nd router(WAN port IN) [do i need this to be in ap or bridge mode ? but i wanna use the wireless facility] > then Lan from router to dvr
Guess it's right? If not ,please help with the flowchart.
Thanks a bunch.
Are you talking about an ethernet hub? You can have multiple devices connected without a router and to a router. A hub lets you have an internal network with or without being on the router.
Edit: like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_ZWF3ZYK1DZVN2NSTMKVR
Thanks for the feedback. So it sounds like the Linksys is the biggest problem here. Is that right?
I currently have a rpi3 and this switch. However, if I take out the Linksys I don't think I'd have the ability to change DHCP?
You use a network switch like this one: https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Splitter-Unmanaged-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=amazon+basics+network+switch&qid=1574819563&sr=8-3
You take the network cable from the wall into the switch, then you take a network cable from the switch to the Tablo and another network cable to the Amazon Fire.
That's it.
I think you are right on about the hub. It would take forever moving content with 1MB floppies This seems to be the ticket: https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Splitter-Unmanaged-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=10%2F100%2Bhub&qid=1599713729&sr=8-4&th=1&psc=1
That's good though, beause now you've narrowed down the problem to your router.
Routers are generally just cheaply made china garbage, you can luck out and they'll last 15 years, or they can crap out after one year. The quick test is to just reboot the router and see if it works better when it comes back up, though I'm assuming that through this ordeal the router has already been powercycled and that made no difference. So, you either have some wonky settings in the router, or there is router functionality in the cable modem as well (which seems likely) and you're effectively double-routing yourself which could potentially create issues as well...
My suggestion is to go out and buy a small/cheap switch (not a router), a small home-consumer one probably won't run too much, maybe 20 bucks at the most and it'll have 4 ports. With that, plug the cable modem into the switch, plug your ethernet cable into the switch, and finally plug the router into the switch as well; this way you have fast access with rocket league, but you still have your wireless network available for your other devices like phones/pads etc.
EDIT: I just did a quick search on amazon, and there are 4 port switches for 10 bucks, there might even be cheaper ones than that: https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Splitter-Unmanaged-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=4+port+switch&qid=1578423591&sr=8-5
With a switch.
I assume your router is very far away or on a different floor from all your devices, otherwise why get these MoCA adapters.
Here's a cheap 5 port switch. You can get switches with A LOT more ports than that if you need more.
TP-Link 5 Port Fast Ethernet Switch | Desktop Ethernet Splitter | Ethernet Hub | Plug and Play | Fanless Quite | Unmanaged (TL-SF1005D) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_CvCvDb936WA9N
Hi!
In my opinion, you should try getting a good LAN switch device with multiple ports. This switch from TP-Link is common and should be just fine. You should choose one with enough ports for your project if you need more, as the one linked only has 5 ports.
You should be alright with any decent LAN switch you can find online!
Good luck with your project! :)
hmm.. interesting then. So with a network switch such as this I could just plug it in through my 1 ethernet port in my room and then just plug in my switch/pc from that? Or does this switch need to connect directly to the router? Because the router is in the living room at my apartment and cant exactly move it to my room
If what you mean is that your niece is unplugging the Ethernet that goes to your desktop from the router (airport) to connect her desktop to the router then ,as the other person suggested, you can block her mac address. However, you can also buy yourself a Wi-Fi dongle to connect your desktop to the Wi-Fi. You can also buy an Ethernet splitter so that both of you can use the internet.
I’d test getting an Apple TV and a switch (an ethernet splitter) and hook them and the hue in on the same spot. You may have issues with airplay but the rest should work. Maybe. Especially if you were able to temporarily use a router for five mins just to initiate the handshake to your account.
Although I might know more about setting static IP addresses on a second router to mimic the first. So that when it goes back on the school network, the IP addresses match.
First result:
TP-Link 5 Port Fast Ethernet Switch | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/
all of those switches are little 4 port 100mbps tp link like this:https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Splitter-Unmanaged-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY
Theyre terrible. And yeah, theres tons of the, and youre right, theres gotta be some loops there. How bad do loops degrade performance by the way?
As far as the phones they can be done PoE or just plugged into the wall. No other devices on the network are PoE. Maybe I should save some money and not go for the PoE model of switch? Also, plugging the phone into the drop and then the pc into the phone doesnt degrade performance at all does it? Im a bit curious about how that works without a hit to speed...
For the VLAN creation, is that a cisco only thing or do all managed switches have that feature? And setting up the VLAN is as simple as just assigning the ports correctly right? Or is there more? I heard that quality of service has to be configured as well and im not so sure what that means
Ive never set up active directory before, thats why I said I need a guide for that. I mean I get the concept, you create a domain that everyone has an account on that grants them certain privileges I would like to see what steps I need to take to get that all working. The DNS thing you set up to get it all going is an area where I don't really have much knowledge on.
Hadn't thought of that, that is especially true of the default config of the plex software, it simply points to app.plex.tv to authenticate and stream. I know most plex clients have the option to manually add a server, where op could add the ip of his tv, but i think the reply below of a cheap switch is best. https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Unmanaged-Desktop-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY
Here is the post for archival purposes:
Author: Svecistan
Content:
>Me and a buddy are about to buy five L3+'s within the next couple of days. We are just figuring out how to run everything at our house. We are going to buy the power supplies from bitmain for each of the miners and I'm not 100% sure how I am going to provide power to all 5 PSU's.
>We are going to be setting them up in the basement with winter coming it will be quite cold down there, and there is also the circuit breaker down there. There are only a couple outlets and I'm not sure how many machines I can run off a single outlet. Is there a way to provide steady power without having problems?
>The second smaller issue is getting an internet connection to all five devices. The router and modem in the house are on the top floor. I have a good internet connection averaging 100mb/s down, and a strong router which still provides decent connection in the basement. Would it be easier to set them up on a wifi connection with something like this? And then a wifi adapter going into one of the ports. I may be able to get an ethernet connection down there. If that is possible, what should I then use to connect all the miners?
Not sure , but it seems like the problem is with the Connectify software. I would suggest just getting a switch
Another thing that you can use is a Network Switch. This is the one that I use. As far as I am aware, it is like a router, but without the wifi.
Looks like I was mistaken. I was reading reviews for this TP-Link 5-Port Fast Ethernet Desktop Switch (TL-SF1005D) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MVjOzbKPXQV8V and one said it was only half, but now I see they were wrong.
Though I do have another similar question. I suspect it's worth the extra few bucks to get a 1000Mb switch over a 100. Any compelling reason I might be wrong about that?
All my stuff is hard wired, not a fan of wireless, so everything near my tv is routed through a switch. You can disconnect the wire that connects the switch to the router and that will kick you out of your session into one with just you.
Here's a cheap switch if you want one.
Then go with something cheap like this one. It's kind of like a power splitter for ethernet. You can also go with the gigabit ethernet version if you have a very fast connection, though I doubt that your dorm does.
Yeah, MoCA would definitely be the best option but I don't think it would be that plausible with the location of my coaxial outlets. The Orbi is pushing the budget a little bit, but at the end of the day, I think I'll bite the bullet and try this out, and if it ends up sucking Amazon has a great return policy.
Now I know you mentioned how Google WiFi is just managed extenders above, so I assume that means you think I'd be better off going with the Orbi? They're both close to $300, so I want to make sure I'm going with the best choice here. If it makes any difference, these networks are pretty much gonna be only used for Hue, Google Home, and Alexa, and Phones and tablets and maybe the occasional laptop, never really for gaming or VoIP. Gaming and VoIP will be through the powerlines.
And when it comes to the powerline adapters I have setup currently, should I just keep using those, upgrade them, or move to wireless? I have one of the powerlines hooked up to a TP-Link Switch, and I don't know if that's a no-no either, or a bottleneck on my speeds. I know they aren't optimal, but I think its the best option I have for stability. And when I upgrade, should I leave those plugged into the modem, or to the new APs?
Thanks so much once again!
> While you can technically split an Ethernet connection, a switch is a cleaner solution.
I know nothing about switches, so I googled it. It turns out I meant a switch, not a splitter. Here's an example: https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-5-Port-Ethernet-Desktop-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1499784992&sr=8-2&keywords=ethernet+splitter+1+to+4
>For WiFi just look for devices with 5Ghz and support for things like band steering and MIMO (multiple input/multiple output streams, basically improving speeds).
So, if I look for at least those minimum specs, it shouldn't matter what I get then? I'm not a power user and I don't upload much beyond consumer level stuff. I'm just trying to update my router so I don't have drops and I won't have reset it regularly.
i have this if i remember correctly if i was say streaming on laptop and on a console gaming wont the ping of the game be hindered by the laptop?
as both are going down the same cable?
A switch will allow everything connected to it to connect to the internet at the same time. Each device will receive its own IP address from the DHCP service in your router.
That device you mentioned sounds like it might be a switch? Most basic switches can be purchased for around $20 and will have 4 ports total. One coming in from the router and 3 available to other LAN devices/equipment.
Edit: here's an example of a cheap switch for $10 https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-5-Port-Ethernet-Desktop-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1496466613&sr=1-4&keywords=switch
Something like this. A switch is just a device that lets computers talk to each other over the network, and share an uplink (think of it like a splitter). Plug all of your PCs into that rather than the modem, then connect one more cable between the switch and the modem. Once in a while when a switch starts to die (and I'm talking about the modem's internal switch again), a single port will work while others don't.
Ninja edit: I'm grasping at straws here but there's not much else you can try unless you want to get into some wacky backwards wireless bridging.
Try getting a cheap shitty 4 port switch somewhere. But avoid anything that's called a hub instead of switch. https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-5-Port-Ethernet-Desktop-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485498323&sr=8-1&keywords=4+port+switch
Your school/dorm might limit the amount of mac addresses they allow per port (dorm room) or only hand out one IP address per port(dorm room)... so if the switch option doesn't work out, try using a shitty router from best buy, craigslist, etc.
Also, study technology while in school. You'll be happy you did
Cable from wall to switch, then one cable out from switch to your foxtel box, and one cable out from switch to your Xbox.
Hey guys!
So my question today is about ethernet switches.
In my current set up, I have my PC and my Xbox One near each other, but I only have one ethernet cable running from my modem to my room that I constantly switch between the two devices by having it plugged into whichever one I'm using at the time.
I was wondering if you guys had any recommendations that would allow me to have both devices connected via ethernet at the same time or at least something that would allow me to switch between whichever I'm using more easily.
This is more a question to help me pick one out as I'm not sure what makes one device better than the other in this case.
Thank you for your help!
EDIT: I found this one on Amazon as the top seller, so should I just go with this one?
Yes! you just need a "Switch" - here
Hopefully this is what you wanted. Where is the modem located?
EDIT: Sorry. I Re-read what you said. I get it now lol
EDIT 2: rethinking this - it would depend on if the cable coming through the wall is a straight through, or a crossover cable. A crossover isn't "Ideal" but IN MY EXPERIENCE works just fine.
No; It runs over the powerlines over your house but if you already have the wire than this is more than enough
I'm looking at one on amazon
So the switch and the router don't have to be connected at all? Or do I have to connect them in some way? The switch I've linked is quite cheap compared to a router. Does that mean there are downsides to using a switch vs. a router? Thanks for answering my questions too, by the way. I appreciate it.
I don't have a switch, would something as simple as this between my pc and my router do the trick ? https://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-5-Port-Ethernet-Desktop-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1465847539&sr=8-3&keywords=network+switch
Some questions about wifi related things with a PC.
If I want to use Ethernet, but my router is stored in another place of my house, can I use something like this to connect the Ethernet cable to? Will it be the same thing as connecting it to my router?
What are wireless network adapters? I've seen the lil PCI-E ones that just connect right to the motherboard, but I don't know what they do. Do they just give you better WiFi, or what?
Sorry for stupid questions
Yep, here's the US version at 100mbps - http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=ice_ac_a_t_dpn?ie=UTF8&qid=1463685994&sr=8-1-ac&keywords=ethernet+hub
You can do this yourself and you don't need your ISP. Find the switch, plug in all the cables
(ISP Router)-->(hub),
(hub)-->(computer),
(hub)-->(steam link)
Do you have WiFi from the university, or just an ethernet port providing Internet access in your room?
If an ethernet port, just buy an ethernet switch for like $10.
Was looking at this (http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1457406541&sr=8-2&keywords=tp+link+switch) Still thinking of buying a 100ft Ethernet cable and running it as it could be better than a switch. Most people recommend the switch though. I have TP Link repeater and used a ethernet cable connected from it and it was still lagging.
Wrapped in paper! Well that's not sketchy at all, but it may be to avoid any confrontation with your RA, as routers are not allowed in dorms.
If it's a switch, the both of you would be dealing with the same issue. Devices like those can't really differentiate between two connections, so he couldn't be throttling only your connection.
EDIT: This might be the device OP. Can't be certain, but it fits the size, color, and port arrangement. If I'm right, then he plugged in all the cables correctly.
> I cannot use an ethernet cable because the only cable left is used by my family member.
The Hue comes with an Ethernet cord. You will need an extra one to go from the router to the switch though. So buy one of those, unless you have an extra at home.
Don't both with any of this. Tethering your phone's data signal to your PC can become expensive very quickly.
Just buy a cheap network switch to turn your single wired connection into multiple connections:
http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY/
so if i have the IP set up manually then it doesn't matter that this product only has ports 1-5 and not a port dedicated to connecting out to the other switch?
thanks for your help and patience with me
Um, I was thinking something more along the lines of this. Also, should I get an unamanged switch? From what I've read an unmanaged allows other devices on the switch to communicate, but lets say I had 2 pc's on an unmanaged switch, would one person be able to get into the other computer without some kind of permission?
And what do you think of D-Link or TP-Link as brands?
OP do NOT break the bank on a Cisco product, it's waaaaay overkill and will do nothing for you in your circumstances. You just need something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY
For just connecting one extra device you do not need to spend more than ten dollars. If you have an internet connection that is more than 100 mbps you could opt for a gigabit switch, but Im guessing if you are like 99% of people you have less than 100mbps connection and therefore you will not need something faster than that. Even if you DO have faster than 100 mbps then a better switch will only help you when your playstation is dowloading, online gaming or the like will not ever, ever get near the limit of the item I linked.
What's a good gigabit switch, I was researching the other day and was going to pick one up and try and sort this nonsense out with a new router and switch but wasn't sure what switched are good ones...? Is this a good one http://www.amazon.co.uk/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-100Mbps-Unmanaged-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY ?
Yeah, it sounds like you need a Ethernet hub. This usually does the trick, though there can be some issues with ip addresses...
get a cheap ethernet switch
something like this:
boom, 1 ethernet port turned into 5 (or 4, i can't find a picture showing where the input is, so i'm assuming one of the 5 ports on the back is the input)
I spent $10 on amazon for a 100Mb switch. If I need a nice switch I can upgrade and only be out of ten bucks. I could have spent 5 times as much and had a future proof gigabit switch with a bunch of ports but for the ps4s usage the experience would be identical. I'm not using ps4 for gigabit speed anything... So far it works great. http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393777552&sr=8-1&keywords=Ethernet+switch
Just get a switch you can plug your one cable into it and get 4 outputs to use with multiple devices at the same time they are very inexpensive
Not it's not. But I recommend something like this splitter https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_T8VbGb4S4Y2RX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Never buy ethernet splitters, they are a scam.
What you need is call a Switch, they are very cheap: http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY
Okay, looking at a HP EliteDesk 800 G4, it only shows one LAN port.
http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c06506654.pdf
Is there some reason to run a second LAN jack, instead of a small external switch or hub? Dirt cheap, and usually have 4 RJ45 jacks.
https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Splitter-Unmanaged-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_4
Well, it wasn’t that long ago gigabit truly went mainstream. I could totally see someone with an older switch sitting around for random use. Heck, they still sell them https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY
I'm also wondering if I could use something like this ethernet splitter and plug it into the wall plate port and then run a wired connection to everyone's computer?
​
Deal link: Amazon
Category-wise subreddits for Amazon Deals:
Is your reddit feed getting flooded with deals for products you are not interested in? Below are our category-wise subreddits where I crosspost from the main sub.
Category | Subreddit |
---|---|
Electronics | /r/Deals_Electronics |
Computers and Accessories | /r/Deals_Computers |
Video Games | /r/Deals_VideoGames |
Home Improvement | /r/Deals_HomeImprovement |
Clothing and Accessories | /r/Deals_Apparel |
Grocery | /r/Deals_Grocery |
Discord Server: Instant deal notifications on our Discord Server!
Amazon Canada Deals: /r/OnlineDealsCanada
Disclaimer: The deal links are affiliated. We may earn a small share on qualifying purchases. It does not affect the deal price in any way.
I have this switch and it runs great!
https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Splitter-Unmanaged-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY
So sorry! Yesterday got really busy. I got this in the five port switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_dPCQDbZWN32Z6
I would put a standard gigabit switch in your bedroom, not a router. You can pick up a 4 port Netgear at Walmart for like $25. Here's on for $17 on Amazon TP-Link 5 Port Fast Ethernet Switch | Desktop Ethernet Splitter | Ethernet Hub | Plug and Play | Fanless Quite | Unmanaged (TL-SF1005D) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_37XyDb2J1S5F7
As far as an AP this Netgear appears decent NETGEAR AC1200 Dual Band Wireless Access Point (WAC104) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LFSDZCU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_z9XyDbTK0BJ4Q
Really you could just drop that AP in, it has a built in gigabit switch. But I prefer single use devices.
Hi. I have a very basic/beginner question about a networking problem I am having at home.
My house is hardwired and I am using two ethernet switches to feed the cables through my house. My modem and router are in my living room. From there, they feed up to the closet in my bedroom to the first ethernet switch. That ethernet switch connects to the other rooms in the house. The second ethernet switch is in my office.
I am supposed to be receiving 100mbps downloand and 10 mbps upload. For years, we have gotten 60 and 10. The last time I inquired about this, the technician said it was because of my ethernet switches. I was using these and today I upgraded to these, thinking that the higher speed on the port capacity would allow me to get better speeds.
Clearly I am not educated enough in this area and I am missing something, because my speeds did not change at all. Can anyone help point me in the right direction? Am I looking at the wrong things to fix the issue?
Arre brou.
Ya los pedi por Amazon.
Pedi este https://www.amazon.com.mx/gp/product/B000FNFSPY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 para conectar mi monitor que es Smart TV, mi XBONE y mi MBP.
Por otra parte pedi este https://www.amazon.com.mx/gp/product/B06WP2ZT5N/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
buenas reviews en Amazon por parte de los dos productos y espero que esto solucione mi problema.
​
​
You just need to connect the xboxes with a LAN cable. U may need an adapter since you want to connect 3 consoles. I'm not sure if you can play online when consoles are connected by LAN.
​
Asapter:
I don’t think I’d be on both at the same time anyway I’m looking at this one
Oh yeah there’s only one port left so I was looking at this
Got it, thanks for your help. Do you have any recommendations for what I should look out for when buying one? I'm looking at this right now.
Thanks a lot!
My switch is 802.3x so I guess I can't use it to power the Pi if I get the PoE HAT :/
TP-Link 5 Port Fast Ethernet Switch | Desktop Ethernet Splitter | Ethernet Hub | Plug and Play | Fanless Quite | Unmanaged (TL-SF1005D) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mBDMAbVBKNBJX
Usually you'd use a switch for something like that.
https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Splitter-Unmanaged-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/
I have this thing hard wired to my room with one cord going to the computer and another I'm planning to run to my steam link. Think it will suffice?
Pick up something like this. Here's a good tutorial on how to get it working.
If you have Ethernet going to the room, you might be able to use the modem as a switch. Try plugging Ethernet from your Nighthawk into the Modem switch ports and plug another device into the modem and see if that device is able to connect. It may or may not work, but it's worth a shot. Otherwise you can pickup a 10/100 switch for like 10 bucks probably.
Local link speed maxes out at 100mbps though.
Gig switches are a little more but imo probably worth it in the long run.
As a jr network engineer I got a slight chub reading this.
You need, like you said, an ethernet hub.
But now they aren't called hubs, they're called switches. And technically they serve the same function as a hub, but in a complete different and more efficient way.
Long story short, buy something like this.
You may want to buy the "gigabit" version if you are paying for faster speeds.
Ok so would these work?
Thanks, do you mean something like this?
Here is the product page on Amazon
A good 5-port, 10/100 switch for under $10 is the TP-Link TL-SF1005D.
Under $20 is the TL-SG105, which is 10/100/1000.
Would this work? Or would we need gigabit routers? https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-5-Port-Ethernet-Desktop-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/
Not sure if serious or a troll, just put it on a switch?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FNFSPY
Also Ubiquiti can cover that 500mbs easy for the same price and give you better wifi.
How would you find what? Ethernet cable? Amazon, Monoprice, etc. Even your local Home Depot and Lowe's would have them; they'll also have bulk cable (for making your own Ethernet cables). They also have jacks for your wall so you could go through walls cleanly. As this is an apartment, you probably don't want to make anything so permanent, but if your landlord is cool he could allow it, or he could even set it up for you.
Anyways, all that's really necessary is to get a long cable, plug one end of the cable into your router/modem combo, and then other end in your computer. That's it. You can run it along the wall, using raceway that just stick to the wall, or duct tape, or a staple gun (be sure not to pierce the cable), or however you like. Don't make the bends around corners too sharp.
If your modem/router combo only has one Ethernet port and it's in use, spend $10 on a switch and get another short Ethernet cable to connect it to your router/modem combo. If $10 is a lot of money, you could probably use your unused router as a switch by going into its settings and changing the IP so it doesn't interfere with the modem/router combo, then turning off DHCP on the unused router. Leave the "WAN" port alone and use the "LAN" ports as a switch.
There's no such thing as an "ethernet splitter".
You need a network switch on your desk so both computers can share the single wire. $10 fix.
https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-5-Port-Ethernet-Desktop-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/
I believe so.. it's all new to me haha. Do you think I'll need to buy https://www.amazon.ca/TP-Link-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=pd_bxgy_147_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=75AEC2C64NQH7WCWHAX4 this to with it?
Would this do the job? TP-LINK TL-SF1005D Five Port 10/100 Mbps Unmanaged Desktop Switch https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_EEQ6xbS27VSR7
Points for creativity but you're making this way too hard. Buy a cheap Ethernet switch and call it a day TP-LINK 5-Port Fast Ethernet Desktop Switch (TL-SF1005D) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LZd1xbRC4AHS2
If you don't have an Ethernet port in the laptop Cable Matters 202023 USB 2.0 to 10/100 Fast Ethernet Network Adapter (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ET4KHJ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.0d1xbMGSE6RA
I didn't realize the activation fee was $50 for in-room Ethernet. I got one of these at the bookstore for $10 and see how that works.
In which case, you'd want a Switch.
I personally have that Netgear one and it's been online for months without getting switched off. Rock solid.
i have an imac
network switch: TP-LINK 5-Port Fast Ethernet Desktop Switch (TL-SF1005D)ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
Then there's not really a way to do what you are asking without purchasing or acquiring an additional piece of equipment such as a router or switch/hub.
Plug this device into your modem, then plug the computers into it as well.
Here's where you may run into a problem though. The modem you purchased is a straight up modem and has no DHCP or firewall/router capabilities listed. This is a security concern. Not only that, but unless your ISP will allow you to pull down multiple IP addresses only one computer will ever connect at a time.
But the setup is possible and you'd have to use Internet Connection Sharing in Windows. It is just not advisable.
What you would want to get is an actual router, something like this:
However, that model I listed is only a 100mb so if you have really faster internet, this might bottleneck your connection and you might need to get a 1000mb (1gig) router. You would want something that handles DHCP.
What you need to specify for a better answer:
Can you spend any money and if so, what is the budget?
What is your internet speed?
Will you have enough power outlets? Take a cheap network switch with you. I don't know if your macbook has an ethernet connection but there are Thunderbolt to Ethernet adapters.
so:
1x Simple network switch here
2x ethernet cables don't have to be expensive and 1m should suffice?
1x (MAYBE) Thunderbolt to ethernet adapter which is more expensive than the rest of the gear
Okay, well this GPU can play most games on high to ultra settings (without too much AA) @ 60 FPS. Not exactly sure about battlefront, but the R9-270 (non X) does pretty well at ULTRA settings @ 1080p. Which means that the R9-270X will perform even better. Almost 60 FPS for sure. Note that they run benchmarks differently than most people do. They actually play the game for 2 minutes in a repeatable fashion, which means that they get about the same scenery, fights and so on. Every run is done the same to keep the numbers as accurate as possible. Which is in my mind the absolute best way to "benchmark" a game. It just consumes a lot of time.
Darn, I had this feeling already haha! Well, wireless.. will you see in your couch? Because.. moving a mouse on your leg is not an easy task. This keyboard and mouse seems like an okay option. But I don't know for sure, the wireless part will work fine, it's just that I have no idea about the quality and feel. The mouse looks okay and it got 2 side buttons, which can be helpful?
Jeiks, I don't understand this at all haha. You have "too many" powerline adapters? Why do you have too many and non going towards your TV/Console/PC? How close is the most nearby adapter or place to get an network cable with internet? You can use a network switch to "split up" the internet. You come in with a cable where there is internet on and then you can leave the switch to get internet to wherever you need to. Of course this means that you also likely have to buy a couple of UTP5e cables. But that's not super expensive if you are careful from where you shop. Here is a 10 meter (~30 feet) CAT5e cable for £2.03! Probably way to long for what you need, but I don't know how big your home is. Here is a 5 meter one (~15 feet) for £1.39! :)
Anyway, if you really must use WiFi, feel free to do so. I just am a big supporter for wired connections as this is still the most reliable connection. WiFi signals are all over the place in our homes these days and also in our neighbors homes. Which can cause interference and thus an unstable connection.
Take your time with watching the videos and if you get any more question when you watch them. Feel free to ask!
I see gotcha. Looks like I'll be buying this one http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1444683906&sr=1-1&keywords=ethernet+switch its cheaper.
I know what you mean, I worked a job that was 60-70 hour work a week for 3 years! It was insanely difficult to get out of and since its not really fair you have to take shortcuts wherever possible. First thing you can do is pirate training material, I downloaded and watched CBT nuggets training videos for the CCNA on my phone any free moment of the day I had, lunch, commute, breaks, doing other work that doesn't require all my attention etc... I used headphones as well. I also used "brain dumps" check sites like certcollection.org for dumps of the tests and study those. Technically it is cheating but in the end you'll have to know the material anyways to do the job and the tests you'll find are strangely worded and you can save yourself time and $$ by not failing and having to retake the test again. Skip A+ and go straight for CCNA because I eventually got jobs even unrelated to networking because people were impressed with my ccna.
> I am planning to buying and setting up a lab, but from what I understand it costs a grand or so. 3 routers (usually I see 2621XM / 3550 / 3560 recommended) at ~100 bucks or so a pop, then 3 switches at around 100 a pop, then some people (like you, :P) recommend buying a few PC's. I'm not sure about costs associated with software you need to use.
You gotta be more resourceful than that, most cisco equipment can be emulated for free, check out http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/data-center/practice-cisco-router-configuration-using-a-free-emulator/
The only things that can't be emulated are the devices with asics in them as far as I know. There might be workaround for that now with open source modules. You only need one simple switch to hook multiple devices together you can get for cheap off amazon. http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1443104262&sr=1-2&keywords=network+switch
As far as software goes, most of it is free or there are trial version available, I also recommend just pirating it because it lets you use the software unrestricted and you would only get in trouble if you tried to use it for production use. Also something else that is pretty cheap but insanely useful for learning is amazon web services
They even have free tiers which is basically virtual servers with 1 gig of ram and 1 core and 20gb hard disk space. You can load up a couple win2k12 servers, set up a domain, install exchange, install ms sql, install IIS, install sharepoint etc... all for free. It even lets you virtualize the network. They have linux vms as well if you want to go that route.
The only thing you can't really do with amazon web services is the hardware side of learning virtualization so that is why I recommend getting two cheap machines you can set up on your own but if you don't care much about the hard ware side you can get plenty of jobs just knowing the software because now a days because virtualization basically abstracts the hardware layer there is a job split in IT where you have the datacenter/networking guys and everyone else.
Trust me, get a ccna and start applying for jobs like jr network engineer or jr sys admin and as long as you show enthusiasm to learn and intellectual whit and people generally like you in the interviews places will hire you. Even if you apply for helpdesk ccna>a+.
Here OP - cheap and easy idea for you. Buy one of these internet splitter - goes for $10 here on Amazon.
TP-LINK TL-SF1005D 5-port 10/100Mbps Desktop Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_x81UvbMG09AGX
Next, buy one if these outlet timers!
Intermatic TN311 15 Amp Heavy Duty Grounded Timer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MMSTNG/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_M91UvbXBFXYEZ
Finally, plug your ethernet cable into the splitter, then another cable to the PS4 from another spot on the splitter. Next, plug in the splitter into the wall using the timer. Make the power go on when you want the PS4 to be able to download, and off when you want it to stop. Note that you must delete your wireless connections, or it might go over those instead! Also - if your power goes out, you'll have to reset the timer. In the event of a power outage - your system will turn off as well, so there will be no accidental downloads.
TL;DR: Use a splitter and a timer.
Maybe try putting a switch at the internet jack. Then Xbox goes into the switch and the router goes into the switch. Assuming the other xboxs can take up the other jacks and your wifi devices work with the router. Don't know if this will work for sure. But it's a cheap option to try. http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1005D-5-port-100Mbps-Desktop/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429204344&sr=8-1&keywords=network+switch
Otherwise the Archer C7 is a high quality but fairly inexpensive router. http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-Archer-C7-Wireless-1300Mbps/dp/B00BUSDVBQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429204611&sr=8-1&keywords=archer+c7
I don't know what PoE is but this is it:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FNFSPY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
> Mod Answer
I had to remove this as this question is more of a /r/hardware or /r/buildapc kinda question (or any of those other PC focused subs) and not really a /r/cinema4d question - as what it's really asking is:
"how do I network 2 computers together"
..... But I know alot of those big tech subs can be a bit noob-question hate-y so I'll still help you out. You'll still get my messages in here, this thread just wont be in the subreddit.
> Fellow-Redditor Answer
.... I think you're confusing internet(global network) and ethernet(local network). either way...this question hurts my brain a little. I'm trying to figure out what kind of setup you would have that would allow one machine to be connected to the internet, and the other not even to your ethernet (network)... so by extension I can figure out what to recommend to you O.o
The only thing I can see is that you have a desktop connected directly to an old ISP provided router that does not support wifi or have additional ethernet ports. like this.
OR
You live in a dorm room. and thus, only have the wall mounted ethernet port to get onto your university network.
ANYWAY -
I can give you a long answer explaining everything so you understand - or I can give you a short answer......but either way more information on what your gear is and whats available to you and where this question is coming from would really help in giving you a better recommendation.
But immediate Short answer?
connect them with Cat5e or Cat6 ethernet cables.
I can give you the long answer too, or probably a better recommendation if you explain the situation a little more.
:)
just get a switch and long ethernet cables. Speeds on wifi are never stable even with expensive gaming router
You need an Ethernet Switch, as well as either a Thunderbolt-Ethernet or USB-Ethernet adapter for your laptop.
The car cable is routed through this
No don't want to plug it into a router or anything like that. You can just plug it directly into the PC. If you want more ports, plug it into a switch. Then you can connect multiple devices.
What ? Could you link me to a listing on amazon please ?