plugging Apex classic into a switch instead of router

[paulsz]

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

 

[fetta]

I run mine from a switch, no problems at all

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[paulsz]

thank you!

 

[d0ughb0y]

that's exactly what switches are for.

 

[Member No. 1]

I have 3 different Apex units plugged into a switch, then the switch is plugged into an Airport Express. Never had an issue.

 

[paulsz]

Sounds good, thank you!

 

[cardiffgiant]

I've been using a hardwired switch and static IP for my apex for a few years without any issue

 

[jocca]

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

Yes. Switches are very common for exactly the situation you describe. That's how mine is setup.


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