Hello,
I have a property in the mountains where I have currently 4 cameras - everything runs great.
There is another structure approx. 130 feet away where I need to install another 3-4 cameras...
My plan is to connect these 2 buildings with an ethernet cable and since this is my first time doing something like this I would like to ask for feedback:
Any DOs or DONTs based on your experience?
I haven't considered fiber because I honestly don't know what it involves in terms of tools, etc.
Thank you in advance!
R. Rod
I have a property in the mountains where I have currently 4 cameras - everything runs great.
There is another structure approx. 130 feet away where I need to install another 3-4 cameras...
My plan is to connect these 2 buildings with an ethernet cable and since this is my first time doing something like this I would like to ask for feedback:
- I'm thinking of using CAT6, STP (gel-filled) outdoor direct burial cable. Pure copper, 23AWG.
- CAT6 to future proof this run, I understand cat5 should be enough for now
- STP to ground it - the installation I have today is properly grounded.
- Is there a specific brand/site you recommend?
- I'm planning to lay some conduit, so I can replace the cable if needed, or run another cable if I need to in the future.
- Not sure about the type (flexible, PVC, etc) of the conduit and the diameter that you would recommend
Any DOs or DONTs based on your experience?
I haven't considered fiber because I honestly don't know what it involves in terms of tools, etc.
Thank you in advance!
R. Rod
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