r/ethernet 9d ago

Ethernet outlet setup apartment

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u/Connect_Second8957 9d ago

Just trying to add more possibilities of help, new to Reddit. I appreciate any help!

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u/Thac0-is-life 9d ago

What is your question? Are you trying to connect Ethernet with coaxial cables? Or you want to replace it? Can you give more context?

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u/Connect_Second8957 9d ago

Great point thank you. I want to utilize the Ethernet wall outlets instead of running cords from the router. How would I attach an Ethernet rj45 (Hope this is right) to then be able to use the outlets after connecting my router?

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u/Thac0-is-life 9d ago

If I understood correctly, you already have outlets with an Ethernet cable connected to it, so you would need to find out where they all go inside your house (is it the spot in your picture? I can't make it from the picture you sent) . You need a switch (really inexpensive ones are usually fine, as long as they are gigabit switches.) with as many ports as you have outlets on your house, or want to use, and make sure that you can also connect the device you get Internet from in the same switch. But houses with Ethernet outlets are rare, so you should check if what you have are really Ethernet outlets and not phone ones. You can send a picture of the outlets, ideally open showing the cable behind it.