How to Install Network Cable in a Container House
Installing network cables in a container house requires a combination of pre-embedded wiring and equipment configuration, with core steps including planning requirements, pre-embedding network cables, configuring weak current boxes, and selecting networking solutions. Details are as follows:
1. Planning Network Requirements and Wiring Points
Determine the types of devices that need to be connected to the network (such as computers, TVs, and smart devices) and their locations based on usage scenarios. For example, reserve two network cables for the TV wall in the living room (for both internet access and IPTV), reserve interfaces beside the bed or desk in the bedroom, and plan ahead for areas like the kitchen and balcony if smart devices need to be connected. Network cable points should avoid being blocked by furniture to ensure convenience in later use.
2. Pre-embedding Network Cables and Separating Strong and Weak Currents
- Network Cable Selection: Prioritize using Category 6A (CAT.6A) or Category 7 shielded network cables, which support 10 Gigabit networks and have strong anti-interference capabilities. Avoid using the Category 5 cables pre-embedded by developers and replace them if necessary.
- Pre-embedding Steps:
- During the water and electricity briefing stage: Clearly communicate with the designer about the cabinets that require pre-embedded network cables (such as TV cabinets and desk cabinets), mark the points, and verify the positions of strong and weak currents. Ensure that the path of the network cables is at least 30 cm away from the strong current lines to reduce signal interference.
- During the cabinet production stage: Precisely drill holes in the cabinets according to the plan, reserve holes for network cable threading and panel installation, and pre-install rubber grommets to protect the network cables.
- During the on-site installation stage: Pre-embed the network cables first, then fix the cabinets. Adjust the reserved length (such as reserving 10 cm for AP panels), and finally install the panels and finish the edges neatly.
3. Configuring Weak Current Boxes and Entry Lines
- Weak Current Box Upgrade: Choose a weak current box with dimensions of at least 400*300. If necessary, chisel the wall to expand the space and install a power strip inside to supply power to devices such as optical modems and routers.
- Entry Line Handling: Ensure that there are pre-embedded threading pipes and steel wires between the weak current box and the outdoor weak current well. Notify the operator to lay the entry optical fiber and avoid randomly removing the weak current box, which could result in the loss of the network entry point.
4. Selecting a Whole-House Networking Solution
- AC+AP Solution: Suitable for large houses, it centrally manages the AP panels in each room through an AC router in the weak current box, achieving seamless whole-house WiFi coverage. However, it requires pre-embedded network cables.
- Mesh Router Solution: If network cables cannot be pre-embedded after renovation, you can choose a WiFi 6 Mesh router for networking. Connect the nodes through wireless or wired backhaul to flexibly extend the signal, although the stability is slightly inferior to wired connections.
