Recent content by The Shanester

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    WAX206 as MoCA Access Points

    I have an Xfinity XB7 gateway with wireless turned off, so it functions as my router. The 2.5GbE port goes to a TP-Link unmanaged switch with 2.5GbE ports. I have ActionTec ECB7250’s at three points in my home including coming out of the initial switch, and I have another in my office with the...
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    CAT6/A Cable Suggestions

    I bought some of the slim Monoprice 6A cables years ago, and they began failing recently, so I went ahead and replaced them everywhere in my house. Unless they’re going to be wall runs, I would just do as you have and research some brands and pick one. As long as you can monitor performance...
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    Patch panel and nest router setup

    If you use a Nest router in bridge mode, you can only use one unit. I would put one near your panel and then use others throughout the home where you can wire the backhaul. As stated above, you can use MoCA to put wired network in more places. I have a modem going into my Nest router, it going...
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    Cable internet setup

    I have an Arris SB8200 and three Nest WiFi routers for sale at $75 each including shipping. All are in excellent shape and currently in use for my Xfinity setup. I accept Zelle, Venmo, or Cash app.
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