One Ethernet Wall Jack Is Loose and No Longer Works
I have several Ethernet wall ports throughout my house, but one of them recently stopped working. The jack shifts backward into the wall when I try to plug…
home networking
How can I get a reliable wired internet connection in my room?
My roommate's internet equipment is in their bedroom, while I'm trying to connect my gaming setup in another room without relying on Wi‑Fi. The service is marketed as…
How can I get a wired internet connection in my room?
My roommate's router is in their bedroom, and I currently connect over Wi‑Fi. I'd like a more stable connection for gaming, so I bought MoCA adapters because the…
What’s the best way to connect an Xbox 360 to Wi‑Fi from another room without running Ethernet through the house?
I need to connect an Xbox 360 to the internet, but I don't want a 100-foot Ethernet cable running through the house. Running cable inside the walls or…
Can the Ethernet cable in my wall connect other rooms to the network?
My router is connected to the fiber box, power, and a yellow LAN/Ethernet cable that disappears into the wall. Does this wiring distribute a wired internet connection to…
Why Did Both Wi‑Fi and Mobile Signal Suddenly Become Unreliable at Home?
For more than two months, both the home Wi‑Fi and mobile data signal have suddenly become extremely weak and inconsistent on every device in the house. The broadband…
Why does my gateway router keep power-cycling several times a day?
I've been using an Arris SURFboard SB8200 modem with the paired gateway/router setup for about two years. Over the past month or two, the router has repeatedly started…
Using MoCA to Connect an Upstairs 5G Router to a Downstairs Wi‑Fi Router
I'm planning to leave Virgin Media and use a 5G router with a SIM card instead. The 5G router will be upstairs, while I'd like to keep a…
Can I Plug a Surge Protector Into a Powerline Adapter?
My powerline adapter uses a three-prong plug, and the nearby wall outlet doesn't have enough room for both plugs because they're fairly bulky. Is it safe to connect…
Should I switch my room’s wired devices and PCs to Wi‑Fi?
I live alone in a large open-plan room containing my TV, four media players, a surround receiver, two Xbox consoles, two PCs, three printers, phones, and a tablet.…
What’s the best way to access a Windows PC while away from home?
I'm trying to figure out the most practical way to reach my Windows PC when I'm not at home. Sometimes I might need a file, a specific application,…
Is the eero Pro Wi‑Fi 7 a good upgrade from an AirPort Extreme?
I've been using an Apple AirPort Extreme for years, but it's time to replace it. I'm considering the eero Pro Wi‑Fi 7 and would appreciate feedback from anyone…
How Can I Reconnect My Xfinity Router After Moving It?
I have several loose coaxial and Ethernet cables hanging in my basement. My Xfinity Wi‑Fi router was originally installed there, and everything worked until I moved the setup…
What’s the Best Way to Access a Windows PC While Away From Home?
I'm trying to figure out the most practical way to access my Windows PC when I'm away from home. Sometimes I might need a file or application, and…
How Should I Reconnect My Router and the Unlabeled Cables?
I have several loose coaxial and Ethernet cables in my basement. My Xfinity Wi-Fi router was originally installed there, and everything worked until I moved the setup into…
How Can I Troubleshoot Ethernet Sockets Connected Through a Patch Panel?
I'm trying to bring an old wired network back into use. A Netgear GS116 switch is connected to my router, a desktop computer, and a cable that can…
Is 5G Home Internet as Reliable as a Wired Coax Connection?
I'm comparing internet providers after several years with the same service, and many companies are now promoting 5G home internet routers. The sales staff says they perform just…
What Internet Speed Is Enough for Two People Working From Home?
My friend and I are moving into an apartment, and we'll both be working from home. Our work involves video calls, spreadsheets, and some AI tools. Outside work,…
Do I actually need a Wi-Fi extender in a small apartment?
I live in a one-story, two-bedroom apartment with one TV, two Chromebooks, a phone, and three tablets. I recently upgraded my Verizon Fios plan to 1 Gig, and…
Can I Turn My Apartment’s Ethernet Jack Into My Own Wi-Fi Network?
I recently moved into an apartment where internet service is included in the rent. The building's Wi-Fi connection reaches about 86 Mbps, but the signal is unreliable and…