I have the need for four rooms with 2 x 1GB connections running to each.
Have been wanting to do this for a while but the time has now come. I am in no rush and have no plans to do anything till the weather is warmer (Outside drilling, cable routing).
I have a basic understanding of networking but would really like input from those who are experienced or whom themselves have completed such a task and any tips they can share for both the required hardware/components and the physical installation.
Stability is the primary goal, I do not want to skimp and end up with a half ***** job, it needs to be good and last a long time.
It needs to look tidy too, do not want cables hanging out of walls
So recommendations for wall fittings (internal/external) will be welcomed.
One snag, the switch will most likely need to go in the lounge so need a way to maintain function without it being too intrusive (if possible).
The reasons for doing this are many. There will internal network traffic relating to video/audio content as well as a centralised Steam cache server for the house as well as gaming traffic across LAN. I also need the ability to manage QOS as effectively as possible.
Am sure I will have more questions as I think more about it.
Thanks.
Have been wanting to do this for a while but the time has now come. I am in no rush and have no plans to do anything till the weather is warmer (Outside drilling, cable routing).
I have a basic understanding of networking but would really like input from those who are experienced or whom themselves have completed such a task and any tips they can share for both the required hardware/components and the physical installation.
Stability is the primary goal, I do not want to skimp and end up with a half ***** job, it needs to be good and last a long time.
It needs to look tidy too, do not want cables hanging out of walls

One snag, the switch will most likely need to go in the lounge so need a way to maintain function without it being too intrusive (if possible).
The reasons for doing this are many. There will internal network traffic relating to video/audio content as well as a centralised Steam cache server for the house as well as gaming traffic across LAN. I also need the ability to manage QOS as effectively as possible.
Am sure I will have more questions as I think more about it.
Thanks.