How to wire a Cat5 from the 2nd Story to the Basement.

Jcantone

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Alright, the subject is pretty much straightforward. I have a simple question, and that is all I'm doing is basically dropping a wire through the floor to the basement, twice, right? Not exactly sure what I'd need to pull it off. Clearly tools, glowsticks...things like that. But I'm wondering if there are any parts people usually overlook? Thanks in advance, any tips would be nice too.

Reason for doing this is I'm only getting about 20-50kbps internet speeds via powerline adapter.
 

thundervore

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I use to install CAT 6 cables for companies and homes. your biggest obstacle will be the floor. Drilling through it will be a pain in the ass while trying to make it look neat.

Your best option is to get a wireless bridge in the N range or try new powerline adapters as no two adapter made by the same company is alike.