What are people using to convert Ethernet to Wifi where your alarm is not close to a wired network connection?
In my case, I also don't have an AC plug near my alarm cabinet either, so I need a Wifi bridge that uses 12V so I can run it off the AUX power from the alarm board. I guess most WiFi bridge products would come with an AC/DC adapter anyway, I guess the trick is finding one that uses 12V vs 5V (which I expect would be more common).
Any ideas?
Coverting Ethernet to Wifi in alarm closet
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Re: Coverting Ethernet to Wifi in alarm closet
I know this isn't what you want to hear but honestly, bite the bullet and pull the wire. It is much cheaper and you'll retain more hair on your head than pursuing a wifi bridge solution.
I don't know where you live but in the U.S., BestBuy "geek squad" will pull a network cable line in your house for about $100.
I personally live in a century home and pulling cable is a nightmare but is pales in comparison to the hassle I had (mainly from my wife) with the wi-fi bridges and subsequent outages. When the kids lose their Netflix, man do you hear about it.
I don't know where you live but in the U.S., BestBuy "geek squad" will pull a network cable line in your house for about $100.
I personally live in a century home and pulling cable is a nightmare but is pales in comparison to the hassle I had (mainly from my wife) with the wi-fi bridges and subsequent outages. When the kids lose their Netflix, man do you hear about it.