Patch Panel at home

kakashi_12 · 10-16-2009, 12:13 PM

When I do eventually get a house of my own... I would like to install a patch panel, wall plates, a rack, a switch, run all the cabling, etc. Just like a network / wiring closet. Anyone have any suggestions that have done this before?

**Basementgeek** · 10-16-2009, 09:07 PM

Are you going to have a house built? Or you planning on something like using a closet?

I have a done a couple of media closets on new builds. I was able to get when the house was being build and did a lot of wiring.

BG

Tumbleweed36 · 10-17-2009, 05:36 AM

I have done this with a small remodelling project and have also built three homes on my own from scratch, so I have done extensive work in that area as I completed wiring and access for those things that I need and wish to have.

The only suggestion that I would have when you undertake this idea is to think big. If you know what you want, then dream enough and put in things (even if behind the wall where you might later have access) to allow for expansion when you have the bucks to expand. Dream a lot and prepare for those dreams even if not in the reach of your present budget. You will never regret overdoing what you can presently do and I have found that really pays off when you get the urge to upgrade.

When you prepare in advance by thinking big, the cost is minimal while doing the project, but the payoff is large if you decide to move it up a notch later on.

ebackhus · 10-17-2009, 10:07 AM

If you have access to the frame it's MUCH easier. I've installed patch panels and sometimes it's a breeze while other times I just want to throw down my tools and leave.

kakashi_12 · 10-17-2009, 01:52 PM

what brand patch panels should I go with then?

ebackhus · 10-17-2009, 10:35 PM

OnQ is a great product.

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Tumbleweed36 Asst Manager Hardware Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 19,622 OS: XP Professional	Re: Patch Panel at home I have done this with a small remodelling project and have also built three homes on my own from scratch, so I have done extensive work in that area as I completed wiring and access for those things that I need and wish to have. The only suggestion that I would have when you undertake this idea is to think big. If you know what you want, then dream enough and put in things (even if behind the wall where you might later have access) to allow for expansion when you have the bucks to expand. Dream a lot and prepare for those dreams even if not in the reach of your present budget. You will never regret overdoing what you can presently do and I have found that really pays off when you get the urge to upgrade. When you prepare in advance by thinking big, the cost is minimal while doing the project, but the payoff is large if you decide to move it up a notch later on. __________________ ---------- I don't receive email notifications of replies to subscribed threads. (Internet provider policy) Therefore, if I don't respond to your post within 24 hours, please send me a reminder PM and include the link to your thread. Last edited by Tumbleweed36; 10-17-2009 at 05:38 AM.

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ebackhus Manager, Design Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: SATX Posts: 14,235 OS: WinXP Pro SP3/Windows 7 RTM My System Blog Entries: 28	Re: Patch Panel at home If you have access to the frame it's MUCH easier. I've installed patch panels and sometimes it's a breeze while other times I just want to throw down my tools and leave. __________________ ----------------------------- There are no dumb questions, unless a customer is asking them. Help in the fight against cancer and other serious illnesses.

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kakashi_12 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 36 OS: Quad Boot	Re: Patch Panel at home what brand patch panels should I go with then? __________________ To become network admin, that is my dream.

10-17-2009, 10:35 PM	#6 (permalink)
ebackhus Manager, Design Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: SATX Posts: 14,235 OS: WinXP Pro SP3/Windows 7 RTM My System Blog Entries: 28	Re: Patch Panel at home OnQ is a great product. __________________ ----------------------------- There are no dumb questions, unless a customer is asking them. Help in the fight against cancer and other serious illnesses.