Inspired by all the threads so attempting my first DIY setup and I need help understanding the Ethernet wiring to create a home office and security system setup.
My goals:
My goals:
- Provide direct internet access to personal laptops via Ethernet cables from the router/modem
- Set up a security system that includes viewing feeds from POE cameras and a POE doorbell on the desktop.
- 2 Dahua/EmpireTech POE Cameras
- 1 Reolink POE Doorbell
- 1 8-port POE Switch
- 1 Desktop Computer with VMS software installed
- Cat 6 Ethernet Cables
- 1 Router/Modem Combo installed by service provider
- Run an Ethernet cable from the router/modem to the POE switch.
- Connect the POE cameras, POE doorbell, and the desktop running VMS to the POE switch using Ethernet cables.
- Connect the personal laptops directly to the POE switch using Ethernet cables to provide internet access.
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