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    Outdoor-rated Ethernet to Wi-Fi (without breaking the bank)

    Hello SNB, The goal: Is anyone aware of an outdoor-grade ethernet to wi-fi 'adapter,' a low-cost IPX-rated device that connects to existing wi-fi and shares that to an ethernet port? The problem: An ethernet-only device was connected via a long category 5e run. The device does not have wi-fi...
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    Upgrade Recommendations for SMB, Cisco RV130W + 2*8-port

    Connectivity is Spectrum 200/10. Seven workstations are involved, not counting printers. Three systems' traffic is generally email, and a different one is only utilized on off hours remotely (the VLAN'd). The current configuration is an EOL Cisco RV130W and two dumb switches, one of which is...
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    Looking for Router/Gateway with Greater Security than traditional consumer equipment

    I have tried the rest now the best? A few other people had various recommendations and nothing hit home. I currently utilize an off the shelf Netgear router (flashed to DD-WRT). I am hoping to move to something with better security. Higher grade hardware has geo blocking, IDS and IPS among other...
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    SoHo/SMB Hardware Firewall (Seeking Recommendations - Accountant)

    OK. I asked for assistance with selection. After six posts we have yet to work out how proud you are. This is definitely not something anyone without certification should be doing. I understand your opinion and respect it, sir. I disagree. Please leave it at that. Anyone have experience...
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    SoHo/SMB Hardware Firewall (Seeking Recommendations - Accountant)

    Do not purchase a higher grade of security unless you will patch with greater frequency? The patches are complicated or otherwise more difficult than the average consumer-grade equipment? Which of the two do you believe apply? I am having trouble seeing your point. Everything should be...
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    SoHo/SMB Hardware Firewall (Seeking Recommendations - Accountant)

    The grade of security that provides a complete security solution is seldom available "sub enterprise." Relaying "you can't have great security without more users and a degree" is minimally uninformed. If you know of something consumer grade that offers similar protection, please detail it...
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    SoHo/SMB Hardware Firewall (Seeking Recommendations - Accountant)

    VPN access would be nice. It is not at this time a requirement. It would be good future-proofing. Zero to low maintenance is critical. I chatted Cisco, Fortinet and WatchGuard. None of them were helpful. WatchGuard actually said to talk to CDW instead and Fortinet were on their high horse...
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    SoHo/SMB Hardware Firewall (Seeking Recommendations - Accountant)

    I have no formal training in network equipment. A higher level of protection is welcome. I have enthusiast knowledge. Any recommendations are welcome. The intent is protection of a small accounting firm (six users at peak). With the recent disclosure of multiple Intel ME vulnerabilities and...
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    Request for Outdoor Cable + Tools Recommendations - ANYONE?

    nty
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    Request for Outdoor Cable + Tools Recommendations - ANYONE?

    This was definitely responded to the day you answered. Sorry for the delay. It is the same building, a long farm shed/storage building. It may approach the limits of an optimal cable run. I will be there tomorrow to measure. The cable is not mounted correctly, it runs the length of the...
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    Request for Outdoor Cable + Tools Recommendations - ANYONE?

    I am seeking outdoor rated cable to replace some runs to old POE Ubiquiti point to points. I am new to outdoor cable. I purchased a decent (see: sub-$100) multimeter and have the standard crimpers and boots for CAT5e cable in use for the last two decades. Can anyone recommend a spool of high...
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    Two wireless routers bridging buildings, RIP needed? Other?

    Thank you.
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    Two wireless routers bridging buildings, RIP needed? Other?

    Long time reader/lurker. I have a good deal of respect for this site. I don't know much of anything about networking. I can follow instructions. I have two buildings, one a garage and the house. The garage has the (modem and) main router, a Linksys EA2700, with DHCP and NAT enabled. The...
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    WiFi vs. Underground Fibre

    Hello, I am attempting to connect two buildings. One is a three-story wired system and the other is a single story about 700 feet away. There is no LOS between buildings. A repeater with an antenna could be used at a third building but the result is the requirement of three repeaters and each...
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