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home network wiring plan after realizing one cable was enough
How-To Geek • • technology
Key Points:
- The author initially aimed to wire every device in their home with Ethernet, believing it would improve network performance, but quickly realized the plan was too complex and invasive for their space.
- They shifted their approach to running a single Ethernet cable as a backhaul to a central location where most devices cluster, using an old router as an access point to extend the network.
- This method improved Wi-Fi stability by relocating the access point and avoided the need for multiple cable runs, wall drilling, and extensive home modifications.
- The access point's LAN ports and the option to add an unmanaged Ethernet switch allow local wired connections, preserving Ethernet's reliability while balancing convenience.
- The author concludes that while full Ethernet wiring is ideal during renovations, a single strategic Ethernet run combined with Wi-Fi is a practical, cost-effective compromise for most homes.
