The ReefBox Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 Need a long Ethernet cable to hook up my Apex 50-75 ft let me know what you got or solutions other than Amazon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huntero1975 Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 Need a long Ethernet cable to hook up my Apex 50-75 ft let me know what you got or solutions other than Amazon Get a range extender much better. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willapa Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 You can buy a crimper tool and plug ends at Lowes for probably $15 and make cables all day long. That's how I did mine. Tricky part is finding a diagram and getting the wire sequence right. Not too bad though and you can run the wire like you're running romex and just crimp at the end.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuncrestReef Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 (edited) Go to PCH Cables in Hillsboro (right next to the airport). That place is like a candy store for cabling of all types, and the cheapest prices you will find anywhere. A 75 foot cable will only cost $12.68, and they have 10 colors to choose from! See https://www.pchcables.com/camoboetnepa.html (I'm a computer network engineer and have been buying cables at PCH for over 10 years. I would never bother looking for cables elsewhere.) Edited August 21, 2018 by SuncrestReef 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted August 21, 2018 Author Share Posted August 21, 2018 24 minutes ago, Huntero1975 said: Get a range extender much better. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I like it hardwired less parts to fail. I have the latest xfinity router and plenty of range just prefer wired Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted August 21, 2018 Author Share Posted August 21, 2018 1 minute ago, River City Corals said: I like it hardwired less parts to fail. I have the latest xfinity router and plenty of range just prefer wired Thanks for the info!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted August 21, 2018 Author Share Posted August 21, 2018 24 minutes ago, Willapa said: You can buy a crimper tool and plug ends at Lowes for probably $15 and make cables all day long. That's how I did mine. Tricky part is finding a diagram and getting the wire sequence right. Not too bad though and you can run the wire like you're running romex and just crimp at the end. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I will keep this option in mind. Ty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuncrestReef Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 9 minutes ago, River City Corals said: I like it hardwired less parts to fail. I have the latest xfinity router and plenty of range just prefer wired I agree about going hardwired. Most people don't realize how much wireless connectivity is impacted by other wireless users and interference from devices like microwave ovens and electric motors. It would be interesting to see a study on how much return pumps and dosing pumps within near proximity to the Apex can impact wireless connections. A hard wired connection gives guaranteed bandwidth and no risk of RF interference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodus Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 Cheapest you will find is here You won't be able to purchase the endcaps, crimps and wire for that cheap at $7.55 for 50 ft or $10.55 for 75 ft Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuncrestReef Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 9 minutes ago, Exodus said: Cheapest you will find is here You won't be able to purchase the endcaps, crimps and wire for that cheap at $7.55 for 50 ft or $10.55 for 75 ft But the $7.99 shipping cost still makes Monoprice.com more expensive than picking up locally at PCH Cables in Hillsboro. 75 ft Cat 5e for $12.68 at PCH. (I'm not associated with PCH. I'm just a frequent buyer beacuse they have a great selection at great prices.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted August 21, 2018 Author Share Posted August 21, 2018 9 hours ago, SuncrestReef said: But the $7.99 shipping cost still makes Monoprice.com more expensive than picking up locally at PCH Cables in Hillsboro. 75 ft Cat 5e for $12.68 at PCH. (I'm not associated with PCH. I'm just a frequent buyer beacuse they have a great selection at great prices.) Will they pin the jacks for me or do I have to do it myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuncrestReef Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 1 hour ago, River City Corals said: Will they pin the jacks for me or do I have to do it myself These are ready-made cables. They carry the supplies to make your own if you want, but why bother! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The ReefBox Posted August 21, 2018 Author Share Posted August 21, 2018 Just now, SuncrestReef said: These are ready-made cables. They carry the supplies to make your own if you want, but why bother! Gotcha thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stylaster Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 Hey brian if you havent got this yet i got a ton of ethernet cables ill give you one or i can custom make you one any length you need Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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