[Novalug] Switching FIOS internet from COAX to ethernet

[Matt Ryanczak]

normal cable should work.

On 1/7/12 2:29 PM, Jay Hart wrote:
> One other thing,  If I am wiring this direct from the ONT to a NIC on a PC, I
> assume I wire it for pass true vs. cross over.  Yes/No???
>
> Jay
>
>> Hello List,
>>
>> Ok, so I'm finally getting around to switching out my FIOS internet connection
>> from COAX to ethernet, so I can get rid of the cable modem.
>>
>> I noticed on the ONT box, were they connect the ethernet (see link below and
>> click on the image if it doesn't load), that the RJ45 connection has a
>> protective silicone like coating inside the connector (assuming for humidity
>> reasons).
>>
>> http://www.dslreports.com/faq/verizonfios/1.4_Terminology#12565
>>
>> So, I have two questions:
>>
>> 1. Do I need to remove this coating?  (I assume yes)
>>
>> 2. And, since on CAT5e cable is running from inside to outside the house, and
>> will be exposed to the elements, should I protect the cable by running it
>> inside something?  I'm mostly worried about weather related issues.
>>
>> What else do I need to be worried about?
>>
>> TIA,
>>
>> Jay
>>
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