Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
I'm a little late piling in here .. you might have already done your project. I too, am about to pull some wires through existing walls and under an upstairs floor (cutting into drywall and pulling up floorboards to put [2] 1-1/2" PVC pipes for cable conduit so I can pull more cable if needed in the future). I have also been looking for faceplates. What I found was http://www.hifisoundconnection.com/Shop/Control/Product/fp/vpid/4075856/vpcsid/0/SFV/30046 . Now I am trying to figure out what PVC fittings to use. I decided to use standard CPVC instead of the Carlon grey PVC that is traditionally used for electric conduit. This is because there are far more fittings for standard (irrigation) PVC. And since these conduits will be solely used for pulling low voltage (speaker wires, Cat6, audio interconnects, HDMI cables, and mini-coax such as Belden 1522, ..) I figure it will be okay. I will use one conduit for audio and the other for Cat6 and video. But just this week I also became aware of this: http://homepathproducts.com/products/index.php Probably costs more than I'm willing to spend, but looks very interesting. -- NFLnut NFLnut's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=13180 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=58550 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/mailman/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
On 1/21/2009 1:45 PM, jfo wrote: > I've never used them but you could check out Monoprice. The keystone > connectors and wallplates are well priced and they ship > internationally. I'm going to order some to complete my installation. > You would need the small punch down tool, which I found easy to use. > > Jim > > http://www.monoprice.com/products/department.asp?c_id=105 I buy from Monoprice regularly. Their Cat 5 cable prices are far lower than anywhere else (and the cables are decent quality), and their shipping is reasonably priced and fast. Sample price: 100-foot Cat 5 cable $8.15. All the lengths up to five feet are under a dollar each. -- Bill Burns Long Island NY USA http://ftldesign.com ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
jfo wrote: > I've never used them but you could check out Monoprice. I have recently used them, mostly because of recommendations from folks on this forum. Good prices, good service. I was very happy with the deal -- Pat Farrell http://www.pfarrell.com/ ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
I've never used them but you could check out Monoprice. The keystone connectors and wallplates are well priced and they ship internationally. I'm going to order some to complete my installation. You would need the small punch down tool, which I found easy to use. Jim http://www.monoprice.com/products/department.asp?c_id=105 -- jfo jfo's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1135 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=58550 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
As Pat noted most of the modules and faceplate (Leviton) can be purchased from Home Depot. If I am in a pinch that is where I'll head. Surprisingly they have Leviton patch cables at a reasonable price as well. If I need more complex cabling parts, I will order from the site below. http://www.milestek.com/search_NonSorted.asp?skw=ZZWP -- bobharp Bob Harper bobharp's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=600 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=58550 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
audio53 wrote: > You will find everything you need here http://www.deepsurplus.com/ at > unbeatable prices. And be a real geek, get a punchdown tool and use it on the ones with punchdown connections. The tool-less ones sometimes work, but are not worth the hassle when they don't. http://bit.ly/1tYCk0 twenty bucks -- Pat Farrell http://www.pfarrell.com/ ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
audio53;387591 Wrote: > ... Why ask for problems? > > Bob Because, they usually won't come on their own. :) -- slimkid http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iAj2aPdQnk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wUP07DVq9E http://youtube.com/watch?v=nlrpe8Ig5m8 http://youtube.com/watch?v=dC9tGlwPln8 slimkid's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=8881 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=58550 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
You will find everything you need here http://www.deepsurplus.com/ at unbeatable prices. They even include a box of Skittles with every order! Don't overpay at your local home center. I have bought from Deep Surplus several times. Fast shipping and high quality stuff. Bob Disclaimer...my only relationship with Deep Surplus is as a satisfied customer. -- audio53 FLAC->SB3 w/SqueezeCenter v7.3->PS Audio DLIII DAC->Yamaha RX-595->Cambridge Soundworks Ensemble audio53's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=5576 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=58550 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
Pat Farrell wrote: > Peter wrote: > >> I wouldn't bother with separate sockets for a regular phone line. RJ11 >> plugs fit in RJ 45 sockets just fine and you can sort things out in the >> patch panel. >> > > This is not a great idea. Sure, they work, but the RJ11 may bend the > unused pins, and then it won't work for RJ45 reliably. With the usual > mix and match insert plates, its easy to change later. > The pins will just bounce back ;) They're springs really... Regards, Peter ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
Peter wrote: > I wouldn't bother with separate sockets for a regular phone line. RJ11 > plugs fit in RJ 45 sockets just fine and you can sort things out in the > patch panel. This is not a great idea. Sure, they work, but the RJ11 may bend the unused pins, and then it won't work for RJ45 reliably. With the usual mix and match insert plates, its easy to change later. -- Pat Farrell http://www.pfarrell.com/ ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
egd wrote: > gigabit switch. I'm looking for a suitable faceplate that can > accommodate the four gigabit cables as well as a regular phone line. > Any pointers as to who may carry a suitable faceplate would be much > appreciated. Any Lowes or Home Depot will have what you need. Just get a plate with space for six plug in connections, and get the appropriate number of connections. -- Pat Farrell http://www.pfarrell.com/ ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
egd wrote: > I'm planning on installing CAT6 connectors in 4 rooms within my home > with all cables ultimately destined for the study via an empty in-wall > PVC tube and wall socket, from where I intend connecting them to a > gigabit switch. I'm looking for a suitable faceplate that can > accommodate the four gigabit cables as well as a regular phone line. > Any pointers as to who may carry a suitable faceplate would be much > appreciated. > I wouldn't bother with separate sockets for a regular phone line. RJ11 plugs fit in RJ 45 sockets just fine and you can sort things out in the patch panel. Or use wireless DECT phones instead. Regards, Peter ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
Personally I wouldn't bother with CAT6. CAT5E is so much cheaper and easier to install. CAT6 is very tempremental and doesn't take tight curves or imperfect fitting if you are looking to get the full CAT6 standard. If you really need 10Gbps why not go the whole hog and go CAT7? To address the original question you might want to check out http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ukha_d as faceplates are often discussed (it is manily a UK audience and I see you are in SA but you might get some company names) -- Paul_B Paul Slimcentre 7.2 on Quad Intel MSI MoBo running Vista Ultimate 64bit controlled via a Mini-ITX server running Windows 2003 R2 (SP2) and Idratek Cortex home-automation software. Remote storage QNAP TS-109 Pro(2.1.0T)~(500GB Hitachi HDD) SB3 (x1), 1 x SBB (Squeezebox Boom) on order RIP - dBpowerAMP R13 to FLAC ID3 Tags - MP3Tag v2.41 Paul_B's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=3039 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=58550 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Home networking - suitable faceplate
I'm planning on installing CAT6 connectors in 4 rooms within my home with all cables ultimately destined for the study via an empty in-wall PVC tube and wall socket, from where I intend connecting them to a gigabit switch. I'm looking for a suitable faceplate that can accommodate the four gigabit cables as well as a regular phone line. Any pointers as to who may carry a suitable faceplate would be much appreciated. -- egd Internet forums: conclusive proof depth of gene pool is indeed variable, monkeys can be taught to cut code, and world peace is utterly unrealistic... Integrating MusicIP with SqueezeCenter...'*here's how*' (http://wiki.slimdevices.com/index.php/Integrating_MusicIP_with_SqueezeCenter). egd's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=3425 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=58550 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
