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DIY Guide on Wiring Your Home Network Using Ethernet Cables

When it comes to getting an internet connection in the new house, a wifi connection is always preferred over wired networks. However, if you want to have a faster and more secure Internet access, a wired network is a better choice. For wiring the home network, you will need some good quality Ethernet cables . Here’s a little do-it-yourself guide on how to go about it. Work out a plan Don’t directly go about laying cables. We need to take a systematic approach here. Firstly, you need to target the room you are going to wire. The length of the room will help you to decide upon the length of Ethernet cable. Secondly, you need to work out the number of ports you need for the location. The wall plates available for the ports have 1, 2, 4 and 6 jack configurations. Thirdly, you need to decide the network speed. And last but not the least; you have to decide the path that your cable will take. If you have a multi-storeyed house, you can start from outside. In order to wire your house s...

Mistakes to Avoid Before and After Buying Wire Connectors

When it comes to buying any kind of wire connectors, for example,   computer connectors   or adapters, people are overconfident. This is because they are unaware of the fact that not all wire connectors are built in the same way. This article will highlight some common blunders that occur while buying wire connectors. It will also provide you with the insights to avoid these errors. Choosing the wrong size The “one size fits all” logic cannot be applied here. When a wire fits into the connector, we often assume that it is perfect for typical splices. This is not true as only specific wire combinations are approved by UL for every connector. If you do not choose the right size, it can result into failed connections and useless repairs. Solution:   Get yourself acquainted with wire connectors and know which wires they can fit with according to the UL specifications. If you are unaware of such specifications, you can also check them on the website of the manufact...

Factors to Consider Before Buying SVGA Monitor Cables

Buying SVGA cables might sound simple to you. And with everything available online these days, purchasing monitor cables is just a matter of a click. However, even after buying SVGA monitor cables , people experience poor image quality. This is because they have failed to consider certain important aspects. There are three major factors you need to keep in mind before buying these monitor cables. Type of monitor Distance from the output device Age of your PC Now let us understand each of these aspects in detail: 1. Type of monitor: Standard/Widescreen The latest widescreen monitors use SVGA signal which gets processed by using DDC Channels. These DDC Channels make the resolutions such that they fit the pixel ratios of the screen. If the DDC channels are absent, the image formed on the screen is poor and does not fit the screen. It is easy to figure out if the monitor output device is DDC compatible. All you need to do is look for Pin 9 which is sometimes missin...