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    In need of good video(s) for Cat 6a cable stripping and punch down practices

    Title explains the request. I'm looking for one or more "How to" videos showing Cat 6a cable being installed, correctly, on to a punch block on a patch panel. I've searched on YouTube and some, many, most of the things people say and do are questionable. I'm looking for practices that fully...
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    OPNsense vs. pfSense CE in 2023, what are your thoughts?

    I am new to pfSense, and now considering OPNsense. Recently dove head first and bought a device with 4 interfaces. Am planning to use pfSense CE. In the past have used Cisco RV345 and similar (RV130, RV220) SOHO routers. And I am used to having a separate wireless AP, based all the excellent...
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    Pros/Cons of preloaded Netgate appliance vs. installing on own hardware?

    I’m specifically thinking Netgate models 2100 or 4100 vs. a Protectli FW4C. The Netgate 4100 at $600 is at the very top of the range to spend. Application will be to replace a Cisco RV345 which is used in a small home office/small business arrangement. At various times several people connect...
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    I can't figure out Cisco licensing for AnyConnect Client!

    I decided to get a one-user license for the Cisco AnyConnect client, saw it for $4 at CDW.com and bought it. To download the install files from cisco.com seems to require some kind of 'corporate account' (my own words). I haven't gotten the license key from CDW yet, but I was assuming I could...
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    Cisco RV340 & RV345 – are the licensed “advanced security features” worth it?

    On advice from another thread I’m posting this question here in wired routers. Cisco RV340/345 routers have optional annual licensing features, one of the two optional licenses is for “advanced security features” ... IPS, Antivirus, Web Security, App ID, and Client ID." The second license is...
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    Automating a home water main shutoff valve

    I am absolutely jonesing to install an automated water main shutoff valve. Product manufacturer pages here: https://www.domeha.com/z-wave-water-main-shut-off-valve Better images and explanation here...
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    Dual WAN routers, DNS servers, failover

    Generic questions for all dual WAN routers: 1-When you have a dual WAN situation configured, and both WANs are configured for 'use DNS from ISP', and each WAN ISP gives the router two DNS servers, which DNS servers do the LAN network clients get from the router and how do the clients determine...
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    Does the NetGear FVS318G router plan nice with Windows 7 Native VPN client?

    I’ve read the reviews and searched, but still no clear answer. All the NetGear references point to the ProSafe VPN Client, which costs ~ $60 in addition to the router cost. Why would one want to use this over the Windows 7 native VPN client? I’m asking a few questions here, in addition...
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    What is a good router for home-based VPN Endpoint use?

    I’m looking for advice or comments on a best setup for my home office. I need a new router, I am also looking for advice on no cost VPN clients, for Win 7/64. New Router: In addition to the router having the usual features for a small home office, it should be able to function as a VPN...
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    I'm stumped how to setup up my ZyXel home router for VPN endpoint

    I have an ZyXel P-334 wired router. It's a SOHO device, and the product marketing description says it is VPN endpoint capable. However, as I look in the users' guide, I cannot figure out what to do to enable those features. I've got a name setup at DynDNS.org, and have the P-334...
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    Good backup DNS servers and backup gateways?

    I just got hold of a new router for my home. It has a few new configuration settings (new to me) that I want to play around with. One of these settings is a third DNS server, that can be manually configured. My ISP's DHCP sets two DNS servers, as is the norm, so I'll put a third one in and...
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    What good do GigaBit LAN connections do for you if...

    ... all you ever do on a home network is copy files from one machine to another, surf the internet, and maybe run an occasional client (to a database server)? No games, no bit torrents, ... but maybe a sling box or TiVo in the distant future. Being realistic in my case, if I copy files...
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