repeaters

[dd1313]

Hi GUys

What are some of the decent repeaters to look for and what distance are they used for

THanks
dd

 

[syntax]

what medium are u using?
the short answer you are going to get here is use a switch, since this should still amplify the signal and be fairly cheap..

 

[dd1313]

what medium are u using?
the short answer you are going to get here is use a switch, since this should still amplify the signal and be fairly cheap..

can I use a switch...have a router and a user 150 metres apart

 

[syntax]

can I use a switch...have a router and a user 150 metres apart

definitely, make sure you wire the cables correctly if you are making ur own quickly found this guide

should have no issues

 

[dd1313]

thanks...what about repeaters...how do they work and are they cheaper

 

[syntax]

thanks...what about repeaters...how do they work and are they cheaper

TBH i have never used a network repeater (except wireless..)
basically, its just a signal amplifier, a switch will set u back a few hundred rand and still provide extra points..

 

[dd1313]

What is the safe distance between the 2 points to add a switch..after every 50 metres...?

 

[syntax]

What is the safe distance between the 2 points to add a switch..after every 50 metres...?

should be fine

 

[ponder]

What is the safe distance between the 2 points to add a switch..after every 50 metres...?

Ethernet range is 100m so pointless adding a switch every 50m. Seeing the distance is 150m just put the switch in the middle at 75m.

 

[Paul0]

Ethernet range is 100m, until it stops functioning at optimum speeds/efficiency. From my experience, you should run the cable, see what type of connection and speed you are getting from a 150m cable and if you see connection loss or speed is unacceptable then you always cut the cable and throw a switch in the middle or close to a power outlet. This will be your cheapest and easiest solution.

 

[dd1313]

Any thoughts on the cost of repeaters and who sells them n SA

 

[ponder]

Any 2 or more port switch can function as a repeater.

 

[syntax]

Any 2 or more port switch can function as a repeater.

i mentioned this in the 2nd post, but the OP seems to REALLY want a repeater...why? who knows, i dont even know if u can find them anymore..

 

[syntax]

Any 2 or more port switch can function as a repeater.

i mentioned this in the 2nd post, but the OP seems to REALLY want a repeater...why? who knows, i dont even know if u can find them anymore..

 

[dd1313]

thanks