Networking

CAT5e Cabling, wall sockets and installation tools.

Wired and wireless network cards, for connecting your system to an existing network.

Create a local network or extend the number of ports provided on a router by using a Network switch. Compared to hubs, switches perform faster (where bandwidth is provided per connection rather than shared through the whole set of ports).

For ADSL Broadband (provided through a telephone connection), these routers allow a connection to be shared over network ports or over a wireless connection.

Create a wireless internet connection for multiple computers by sharing a 3G USB dongle.

Cable Routers are used for cable broadband (eg Virgin Media) which have an existing Ethernet connection supplied by the TV box. Share the internet connection between multiple PCs via ethernet or wireless.

Powerline adapters (often referred as HomePlug ) allow you to use the power circuit of your home as a local area network and save the need for laying cables. Potentially has a wider range than wireless networking, but can be used alongside wireless.

Extend an existing wireless network or add wireless connectivity to an existing wired network.

For home or office use, NAS boxes are self-contained file servers that give a central point on the network for media or work files to be shared between local systems. Ideal for centralised backup or for sharing music or video to multiple locations.

Replacement or higher gain aerials to fit to routers or cards with a detachable antenna connection.