Wired Connections for Devices

Wired connections are more stable than Wi-Fi and can be beneficial when connecting certain devices such as TVs and desktops. Wired connections can also be created to deliver internet to an additional location in the property.

To create a wired connection, you simply need an additional Ethernet cable. Connect this cable into one of the LAN ports in the router, and into the device, you wish to connect. This is commonly used, for example, to connect TVs, as routers are often located nearby.

If you need to connect a device such as a desktop, TV, or Wi-Fi extender (which requires a cable connection), in an alternative location to the router, we can use patching to achieve this.

You may find what is called a 'patch panel' in your property which is a panel with multiple ports or sockets. Each of these ports is linked to a port elsewhere in the property, via cables in the walls. You can use this system to create a wired connection to another location.

As above, connect an Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the router. The other end will need to connect to the port of the patch panel which links to the port where you want to connect your chosen device.

Connect your device to the closest port with a third Ethernet cable. It is then a case of trial and error to identify which of the patch ports is correct - simply connect to one port at a time, and then check to see if you are able to utilise the internet at the other end.