The foundations of networking include:
- Switches
- Power Adaptors
- Wireless access points
- Bridges
Switches, power adaptors, routers, and wireless access points are the essential networking basics.
Switchers come in 2 types: None PoE, or PoE
So, what’s PoE?
PoE is an acronym for ‘Power over Ethernet’ which is a technology that lets network cables carry power to a device. Which many devices connected to the internet require power, such as IP cameras, Access Points, (WAPS), Internet bridges and so on.
It’s through these essential items, devices connected to your network such as computers, printers, mobile devices (phones/tablets) can communicate with one another and with other networks, such as the Internet.
What is a Power adaptor?
A Powerline adapter is a device which uses your homes electric wiring to transmit communications signals. The adapters (at least two) plug into your wall sockets and use Ethernet cables to connect to your router at one end and your device at the other (TV, games console, PC whatever it may be).
This provides a physical connection between your device and router as opposed to the wireless connection provided by your Wi-Fi. Powerline is now a well establish technology and over time the speeds they are capable of has steadily increased and they now theoretically match the top speeds of Wi-Fi (1300Mbps).
Powerline Wi-Fi range extenders are also available, this is the same principle however instead of just having a plug for an Ethernet connection at the device end, they also transmit Wi-Fi. This means you can connect devices wirelessly as well as by Ethernet cable.
Wi-Fi Powerline adapters come in single or dual band mode, (the bands are the two frequency ranges used by Wi-Fi). If they are single band, they only have 2.4GHz and dual band has 2.4GHz and 5Ghz.
There are also pass-through Powerline adapters; they allow the electrical socket to be shared by the Powerline and another item that needs to be plugged in; this is especially useful in situations when every socket is in use.
AC2200 Smart Home Mesh Wi-Fi System
- Seamless Coverage: Achieve seamless whole-home coverage with a mesh Wi-Fi system and eliminate weak signal areas once and for all.
- One Unified Network: Multiple units form a whole-home network that auto-selects the best connection as you move around your home.
- Broad Coverage: Enjoy Wi-Fi coverage up to 6,500 square feet with just 3 Deco M9 Plus units and expand it by just adding more Decos.
- Fast Connections: Three separate wireless bands up to 2134 Mbps with a dynamic backhaul up to 1.5 Gbps ensure stable, high-speed connections wherever you are in your home.
- Seamless Management: Deco M9 Plus acts as a hub for your wireless and smart home devices.
- Connect Multiple Devices: Deco handles traffic from even the busiest networks, providing lag-free connection for over 100 devices.
- Total Security: HomeCareTM provides personalized features, including Parental Controls, Antivirus, and Quality of Service (QoS)* to ensure a safer online experience.
- Setup Made Easier Than Ever: The Deco app walks you through setup—step by step.
Whats a wireless access point?
An access point connects to a wired router, switch, or hub via an Ethernet cable, and projects/boosts a Wi-Fi signal to a designated area.
Our ceiling/wall access point boasts dual band technology and can simultaneously connect equipment to your LAN on both the 5.8 GHz and 2.4 GHz channels.
A fast data rate of 750Mbs means it’s a great Access Point for heavy Wi-Fi uses, streaming media and video files or linking CCTV equipment to a network.
With a maximum of 90 connected concurrent devices it’s aimed at professional, domestic or commercial installations.
What’s a wireless link, (Bridge)?
A wireless link is a great way of connecting 1 location to another, such as a farmyard/stable to your home/office. Theses bridges come in 3 ranges, with 3 speeds.
- Business which can transmit up to 2Km @ 900Mps (5.8Ghz)
- Professional which can transmit up to 700M @ 450Mps (5.8Ghz)
- Standard can transmit up to 700M @ 300Mps (2.4Ghz)
What’s the difference between 2.4 & 5.8Ghz?
The 2.4 GHz band provides more coverage at slower speeds. The 5 GHz band provides less coverage but transmits data at faster speeds.
How using these items could work for you… .. .
