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Noob tech question - Ethernet cable from wifi box to another wifi box?
 

Hi guys,

This may sound like a silly question to you guys, but basically, I am in the process of setting up my office in a log cabin which is approximately 150 meters away from my house.

I want to link my wifi router from the house via a 150 meter ethernet cable and have something to distribute wifi in the log cabin so i can connect to that via wireless on my laptop/iphone etc. What would you guys suggest as i have no idea what i would use?

Thanks

Re: Noob tech question - Ethernet cable from wifi box to another wifi box?
 

That be a super long cable.

Make sure to never coil it or risk connection issues.

:faint:

Re: Noob tech question - Ethernet cable from wifi box to another wifi box?
 

Wow 150 meters...that is long and must be protected. You should consider getting a building professional to run it nicely there unless you're a true DIY-er.

Alternatively, if you have power source in the cabin - just get a dongle for your computer there and have its own IP - seems simpler...or smartphone tether.

Re: Noob tech question - Ethernet cable from wifi box to another wifi box?
 

Maybe a powerline adapter is your best option. Every major router manufacturer has their own preferred versions (or you can get a generic one).

For Netgear, it would look something like this...

http://www.shop4fta.com/images/produ...apter-pair.gif

Just plug into any outlet and then plug in the ethernet cable. After setting up WPS security, you would have instant access to your router through the powerline.

Re: Noob tech question - Ethernet cable from wifi box to another wifi box?
 

What might also work is a WiFi range extender.

150 meters is pretty far, so it's possible you may need to range extender with a repeater to amplify the signal.

http://www.missingremote.com/sites/d...es18-17215.jpg


I suggest consulting with your router's manufacturer to see what products they have to support extended wifi coverage.

Re: Noob tech question - Ethernet cable from wifi box to another wifi box?
 

i have one book here that says that the maximum distance is 100mts..... is a book about cisco certification....

Re: Noob tech question - Ethernet cable from wifi box to another wifi box?
 

I was also thinking of powerline option but I can figure that cabin is separate power than the main house....the way things are wired up these days....if not, than yes powerline is great