Networking/CCTV for new house (and general questions)

I don't see the obsession with a full CAT5e/6 wiring spam across the house.

Focus on getting the Wifi on point, then use that. Run ethernet cables if easy to access, rather than throwing money away on filling rooms with them.

I wouldn't be that fussed about a full rewire unless you really really need it. Sockets/lights can be changed and wires to them re-terminated. Then I'd be making sure you have correct RCD protection back at the CU and the main incoming connection tails and grounding is good.
 
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I don't see the obsession with a full CAT5e/6 wiring spam across the house.

Focus on getting the Wifi on point, then use that. Run ethernet cables if easy to access, rather than throwing money away on filling rooms with them.

I wouldn't be that fussed about a full rewire unless you really really need it. Sockets/lights can be changed and wires to them re-terminated. Then I'd be making sure you have correct RCD protection back at the CU and the main incoming connection tails and grounding is good.
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100% -- I did drops per "alcove" and 2 logical spots for my gaming PC, but only because I had the floor entirely ripped up and was totally redecorating. The main reason I did it was because my TV's wireless sucks, but I know if I replace the TV that problem will go away.

I realised it was a bit of "waste" when I only plug in 2 of the drops to a switch :cry: :p
 
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100% -- I did drops per "alcove" and 2 logical spots for my gaming PC, but only because I had the floor entirely ripped up and was totally redecorating. The main reason I did it was because my TV's wireless sucks, but I know if I replace the TV that problem will go away.

I realised it was a bit of "waste" when I only plug in 2 of the drops to a switch :cry::p
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Yeah, you're doing some big reno anyway, so it makes sense to run cables if it's easy to do so.

For the TV, could you just get a homeplug or Wifi extender that has an ethernet output. You then use the Wifi but it enters through your TV's ethernet port, so won't have the issues with the inbuilt Wifi.
 
Definitely. Much easier solutions if you don't mind having the homeplugs (I hate them but that's a me thing).
 
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Aren't a lot of TVs limited to 100Mb through their LAN port :p?
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Yep (mainly because it saves a few pennies on each unit, which through economies of scale all adds up).

In reality most 4K Streaming services don't need much more than 25Mbps, but if you are streaming uncompressed Bluray e.g. via Plex you can easily be at 40Mbps+ (and 120Mbps+ for 4K Blurays)
 
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Aren't a lot of TVs limited to 100Mb through their LAN port :p?
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Yeah the wireless is crap though and kept disconnecting/requiring switching on and off. Wired ethernet fixed it. To be fair, homeplug fixed it, but wired ethernet became available for very low cost.
 
Network guy is recommending this Cat6 cable - any thoughts? I think it's solid core?

Armageus said:
Should be fine - and solid core is what should be used with patch panels or faceplates/euro modules.

Cable Monkey (retail arm of Connectix Cabling Systems) is cheaper though and the CCS cable is a known quantity
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Thanks, I think that's the one I was leaning towards previously. I'll go with 2 or 3 100m rolls of that then :)
 
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doodah said:
Network guy is recommending this Cat6 cable - any thoughts? I think it's solid core?
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Should be fine - and solid core is what should be used with patch panels or faceplates/euro modules.

Cable Monkey (retail arm of Connectix Cabling Systems) is cheaper though and the CCS cable is a known quantity :)

Cat6 UTP LSOH Solid Core Cable | Cat6 Cable

Cat6 unshielded twisted pair cable is designed for use in next generation data communications networks, and will comfortably support all present
www.cablemonkey.co.uk www.cablemonkey.co.uk
 
Right - next problem. Attaching a network cabinet to a wall. As with my OP (and this is not fully confirmed but seems the best place), likely going to attach to the right hand wall in the utility room. Here's a picture.

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Obviously need to check that wall for pipes and wires. Watching some YT videos suggest anchoring to one stud for support. Other say use plywood for support. Any guidance? Weight wise, it will be the cabinet, maybe a patch panel and a UDM SE with a HDD.
 
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Finally COVID free. The G5 Bullets are quite cute :p.

I'm struggling understanding door chimes, the wiring, transformers and linking it up with a G4 Doorbell. Initially ordered a 'Honeywell Home Ding Dong Classic Wired Doorbell' which needs hard wiring but returning it and gone for the Honeywell Home Honeywell Home 9 Series doorbell Converter kit. Still needs wiring but also has a wireless chime which means we can move it to a better location so hopefully my hard of hearing mother-in-law will hear it more easily. Internet claim both work with the G4.
 
Slight hiccup, network guy says he can't attach the front CCTV as there is no brick. Given three options which include:
  1. Come through left hand side of house and attach it to where brickwork ends (left of ground floor windows in pic)
  2. Same as above but through the ground floor extension (it's a bathroom)
  3. Or go where originally planned but will need some ugly *** pole
I was leaning towards having the front CCTV at around 2m so it can't be pulled down, I guess if someone really wanted to interfere - the height doesn't matter as much. But worried putting it in option 1 or 2 will be too low.

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Slight hiccup, network guy says he can't attach the front CCTV as there is no brick. Given three options which include:
  1. Come through left hand side of house and attach it to where brickwork ends (left of ground floor windows in pic)
  2. Same as above but through the ground floor extension (it's a bathroom)
  3. Or go where originally planned but will need some ugly *** pole
I was leaning towards having the front CCTV at around 2m so it can't be pulled down, I guess if someone really wanted to interfere - the height doesn't matter as much. But worried putting it in option 1 or 2 will be too low.

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I was considering front CCTV but a Reolink door bell solved the issue tbh. I know it isn't the same, but it's pretty close.
 
Yeah now our G4 door bell is in, started to wonder if I need a camera at the front.

Edit - hhhmm my U6 Pro says it has a poor ethernet connection. Getting 90-100Mbps right next to it or in another room/floor. Will check the connection on the AP and patch panel/UDM SE.
 
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