Running cat cable without patch panel?

moz91

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Please let me know if this possible. Networking not my expertise, how to connect internet to something downstairs, preferably without wifi and powerline adapters.

Could this work if 1 ethernet outlet on each floor. Then router connects to ethernet outlet upstairs
and android box use ethernet into outlet downstairs like so

here is a visual example
http://oi67.tinypic.com/ildun5.jpg
 

ch33zw1z

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assuming standard SOHO router...

Yes, that will work. you can even throw a switch off the downstairs outlet for more ports.
 
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moz91

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assuming standard SOHO router...

Yes, that will work. you can even throw a switch off the downstairs outlet for more ports.

Ty! Just want to make sure, i suppose any ethernet outlet work? Im just looking to install very basic one

i will ask my isp if the router is soho. I appreciate the help very much. cheers
 

ch33zw1z

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Ty! Just want to make sure, i suppose any ethernet outlet work? Im just looking to install very basic one

There's a few catches.

1. If you will be using keystones (aka punchdowns) then get solid core (aka riser) cable to make the in wall run

2. If you will just use a female to female coupler, then stranded cable (aka patch cable) is fine.

i will ask my isp if the router is soho. I appreciate the help very much. cheers

dont even bother, post the model. if you don't know, chances are it is.