Ethernet uses a home-run or hub model. All wiresrun from the point of service to a central location. A router sitsat the center and routes signals from one machine to next and tothe modem. Let's take a look at the part required to build yourwiring hub:
Flat Surface
A good patch panel location is a flat plywood surface about 2'wide and 3' high. The plywood makes it easy to attach thenetworking equipment and wires to the wall with nails. A shelf is avery useful thing to have. If you can't mount the router in therack, t
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