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02/13/2018, 08:23 AM | #1 |
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plugging Apex classic into a switch instead of router
Hi all,
I have very, very little knowledge on how modem/routers/etc work. All i have been told is that you have to plug your apex into your router, not the modem. My tank is in the basement, along with my xbox and PC. Can I have one ethernet cable go from the router to a switch in the basement, and then from the switch connect my apex (and other devices)? That way i won't have to run three long cables from the router down to the basement for each device. Thanks, Paul |
02/13/2018, 12:01 PM | #2 |
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I run mine from a switch, no problems at all
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02/13/2018, 12:36 PM | #3 |
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thank you!
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02/13/2018, 01:58 PM | #4 |
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that's exactly what switches are for.
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02/13/2018, 02:55 PM | #5 |
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I have 3 different Apex units plugged into a switch, then the switch is plugged into an Airport Express. Never had an issue.
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02/13/2018, 03:11 PM | #6 |
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Sounds good, thank you!
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02/15/2018, 12:00 PM | #7 |
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I've been using a hardwired switch and static IP for my apex for a few years without any issue
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02/16/2018, 08:29 AM | #8 | |
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Yes. Switches are very common for exactly the situation you describe. That’s how mine is setup. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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