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| Hello. The elect. sub for our new construction (single level 6000 sq ft)has given me a couple of options for network cable install. Standard is running Cat5e to all locations where there is RG6 (bedrooms, gym, office, theater room, living areas). He has given me the option of also adding Cat6 to all locations and says the total cost will be under $1k (more like $600). This will give us one or two Cat5e & Cat6 to approx. 8 rooms/areas in the home. Any thoughts or suggestions?
Also, they are running all lines to a central area in the garage where they say will have alarm, cable, etc. This is also the opposite side of the wall from where we will likely store any drives, etc. (cabinet between kitchen and living area). Is terminating the networking cable commonly done in a non air conditioned space like garage? We are in the south where it tends to be very hot most of the year. |
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| Considering current AV and other appliances, Cat 5e would be more than enough. Cat 6 gives you the possibility to exceed 1 gbps. The actual throughput really depends on the network topology and other factors such as the proxmity to power lines, etc. It is unlikely that you'd really be able to max out a Cat 5e network in a typical home. Networking equipment is stuffed into various nooks/ crannies (including garages and attic spaces) in homes since conditioned spaces in homes are highly prized. The final termination of the network centre should really depend on what you intend to have running. Electronics in a normal router can tolerate 45 degrees celsius (> 110 F) |
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| CAT6 is probably overkill, but hell, why not. Keep in mind, wireless is getting faster by the day, so, not only should you wire the rooms already highlighted, but also, general areas where you could install a wireless access point(s). 2-3 of such drops should suffice for your home depending on layout and construction materials. If doing the WAP's, consider now if you want to provide POE (power over ethernet) or to have your electrician sub provide an outlet at each WAP. |
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| Put in the cat6. Technology always evolves faster than people think, and if you can put it in the walls now why not spend the extra money now? It will make your home more marketable in the future. Honestly the price difference should NOT be that high though! |
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| For that price diference, go with Cat6. While MOST everyone will never have a need to exceed 1G, the cost is so minimal that you should go for it. Also have a wall mounted rack and patch panel installed to terminate all the runs. Install more (does not have to be terminated) that you think you will need. Feel free to reach out to me if you want to discuss more specifiecs. (I am Telecomm/Network Architect and Cisco certified.) |
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| I'm considering similar questions for the house I'm building (where we plan to raise. Our kids and grow old). But architect and builder thus far have only spec'd "tv outlet" to a few rooms, so looks like I will need to do the plan and spec myself if I want it done right. I'm thinking cat6 throughout with 4 ports in study and family room, one port in each bedroom, one in kitchen, maybe even one outside. This house won't have an attic, will have stone clad interior walls on main level, and spray foam insulation so I'm really doubting the ability to do drops later. Any other thoughts on how to "future proof" as best as possible? Should I put ports at likely spots for security system IP cameras a? |
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