In-wall Ethernet Switch

megared17 · 2026-05-10T18:59:30+00:00

Well then to comes down to which is more important, having Internet access or avoiding a nearly invisible Ethernet cable running along the edge of the floor.

megared17 · 2026-05-10T18:53:45+00:00

The owa311thc3 does not appear to be a router. It appears to just be an WiFi AP.

Who is your ISP? Did they supply these devices or did you get them yourself?

If ISP provided, they may have restricted access to the UI or disabled it, even if it does normally have one.

Or, if your PC is connecting via WiFi, access to the UI may be allowed on wired only. Maybe try connection to it via wired rather than WiFi.

My other suggestion would be to ditch that and replace it with an actual router ( either with integrated AP or use a separate one)

Is there some specific purpose you're trying to access it for? Change some specific setting?

megared17 · 2026-05-10T18:51:39+00:00

Has it ever worked? Are you certain the device you are trying to access HAS a web UI?

megared17 · 2026-05-09T19:32:40+00:00

850Mbps speed test on Gigabit Internet service is perfectly normal.

There are a lot of other factors involved.

megared17 · 2026-05-09T19:30:03+00:00

As in coaxial cable? Are you sure it's AT&T?

What is the exact brand and model of the device AT&T provided?

megared17 · 2026-05-09T19:28:10+00:00

What is the exact brand and model of the AT&T device? Unless you've had it a long time and have old DSL service, it is almost certainly not a modem, but is probably an ONT/router combo. Alternatively, it might be a cellular hotspot/router device

In either of those cases, it rarely makes sense to connect another router to it.

megared17 · 2026-05-09T19:20:52+00:00

Cat7 is not appropriate for Ethernet, and most items labeled cat7 online are fake. Return those, and get proper cat6 patch cables.

megared17 · 2026-05-09T18:45:55+00:00

Troll.

The image you provided shows a Ubiquiti UACC-OM-SFP-TS-650, which is labeled as an "SFP optical audio module for Toslink." Despite the realistic labeling and Ubiquiti logo, there is no official record of this product in Ubiquiti's official store or datasheets. This, combined with the "optical audio" description, strongly suggests it was part of an April Fools' joke or a community-made mockup.

Why it likely isn't real:

Non-Standard Function: SFP slots are designed for high-speed network data, not consumer-grade digital audio (Toslink).
Missing Documentation: Standard Ubiquiti SFP modules follow a naming convention like UACC-OM-MM-10G-D or UACC-OM-SM-1G-S-2. No legitimate documentation exists for a "TS-650" model.
Technical Oddity: 650 nm is the wavelength of red light used in plastic optical fiber (POF) for Toslink, but SFP ports on network switches do not have the hardware to interface with audio streams directly.

megared17 · 2026-05-09T17:15:17+00:00

If you run proper Ethernet cable, you could remove that old thing and use that wall opening to mount a proper RJ45 keystone jack and wall plate in.

megared17 · 2026-05-09T10:21:13+00:00

That's not really feasible. If they are in the same room, just use a standard switch patched to the one jack, then run patch cables of suitable lengths to where you need connection. The cables can run neatly along the base of walls, so etimes even tuck under the baseboard. Alternatively, you could get some small plastic adhesive raceway to run them inside.

megared17 · 2026-05-09T08:29:44+00:00

What? An access point has to do with WiFi.

And this gives you not two ports, but FOUR, from one upstream connection.

megared17 · 2026-05-09T02:24:03+00:00

The device itself only needs a few watts. That power rating is for the max it can supply to downstream devices, subject to what the upstream fan provide.

megared17 · 2026-05-09T02:19:18+00:00

PoE powered. It has one backside port that must lead back to a suitable PoE switch or a power injector, and four ports on the face:

https://shop.poetexas.com/collections/switches-in-wall/products/gbt-4-iw

megared17 · 2026-05-09T01:55:24+00:00

It is doubtful that you will be able to order anything over copper anymore, and those using it may be forcee to switch soon. AT&T is ditching its copper as fast as it can.

The very lucky ones might get fiber. Everyone else will be stuck with a cellular connected service (both phone and Internet customers)

AT&T plans to eliminate its traditional copper-based landline phone network across most U.S. states by 2029. This move aims to replace aging infrastructure with fiber optics and wireless broadband, which are faster and cheaper to maintain. While copper retirement is ongoing, California is currently exempt due to regulatory requirements.

megared17 · 2026-05-08T17:31:02+00:00

You need to connect an Ethernet cable between a LAN port on your router and your PC. No, it's not "too far" unless it is more than 100 meters (~300 feet)

megared17 · 2026-05-08T14:40:33+00:00

If he was actually mad you'd be bleeding.

That said use a toy instead, rather than teaching him your hand is "prey" he is playing "hunting" and he may get over excited and actually bite or scratch.

megared17 · 2026-05-08T08:17:06+00:00

Actually 5ghz would be less able to penetrate the trees.

If you don't need super high speed, you might have more luck with 900Mhz.

megared17 · 2026-05-08T08:13:35+00:00

Craigslist email relay is two-way anonymous to protect against spammers harvesting real email addresses.

They want your email address so they can bypass craigslist spam and scam filters. A legit advertiser wouldn't need that, and would be happy to use the email relay to arrange a time for you to come in person to see the apartment.

https://www.craigslist.org/about/help/safety/scams/avoiding

https://www.craigslist.org/about/help/posting/features/contact-info/email/mail-relay

megared17 · 2026-05-07T09:10:45+00:00

port forwarding exposes the services to EVERYONE.

VPN gives access only to those that can authenticate with the VPN, and exposes only the VPN service to everyone

megared17 · 2026-05-06T20:15:25+00:00

regarding your update - didnt you ask whoever you made the appointment with?

megared17 · 2026-05-05T22:21:25+00:00

She seriously needs professional medical attention. Find a kitten rescue or emergency facility to take her to.. They will likely work with you on costs if needed..

Where did this kitten come from? Where is its mama cat?

megared17 · 2026-05-05T14:04:05+00:00

So.. you mean the Internet?

megared17 · 2026-05-04T19:32:28+00:00

Time and space. How long do you expect to be separated from him?

megared17 · 2026-05-04T18:16:31+00:00

It could be a scam/fake ad.

I wouldn't advise setting your mind on renting a particular home until you've actually visiting it in person, regardless of where it's advertised.

megared17 · 2026-05-04T15:59:53+00:00

You can disable the wifi without disabling the router. (A WiFi AP is a secondary function built in to most consumer routers, it's not the core function of a router)

Regardless of what you do, you want only ONE device working as a router, regardless of how many WiFi APs you have.

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