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fran1942

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#160584 12-Jan-2015 15:56
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Hello, if you have only a single ethernet wall port and you want to plug in two ethernet cables, is the only option a switch ?
i.e. is it not possible to use a splitter etc ?

THanks for any advice.

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  #1212625 12-Jan-2015 15:57
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Hi, a switch is the correct answer

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  #1212628 12-Jan-2015 16:02
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Or a data/data splitter on both ends

http://m.jaycar.co.nz/m_productView.asp?ID=YT6090

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  #1212679 12-Jan-2015 17:26
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Switch is a better option. 5 port gigabits are $30 at PB tech give or take a bit.




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