Can I plug my Cable Modem into this switch and then run it to my wireless router located upstairs? I'm using a Apple Time Capsule.

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Kennyd · Accepted Answer

Should be able to, assuming you have an ethernet line that runs to the wireless router. This is a gigabit switch, so it should do the job and quickly.

jonathanz · Answer

I wouldn't recommend it, because it would serve no useful purpose. The router is what assigns IP addresses to all devices in your home. If your modem and router really need to be that far apart, then I would recommend connecting your router to your modem using a long Ethernet cable.

Answered by jonathanz 9 years ago

cogi57607579 · Answer

If you are talking about an ethernet cable of course you can run it any length that the ethernet cable can reach. And yes it can go into the Apple Time capsule, however, the Apple time machine will most likely conflict with the other wireless router, check with Apple

Answered by cogi57607579 10 years ago

Danny7 · Answer

No and yes, if you have a normal Cable Modem then no if you have a Router/Modem combo then yes

dnitzel · Answer

No, Ethernet only

GearHead · Answer

Yes that should not be a problem.

STEVOSWEGO · Answer

Answer - Yes! I run my Cable Modem into my 4-port NETGEAR router, which then feeds into my NETGEAR splitter, running a company laptop and a personal desktop to the same room.

Danny · Answer

Yes.
That's exactly what I did but I use cable output to router and one output from router to this switch for security purpose if you have two line available on room .
Else use it to switch then one for router.

mmkerc · Answer

Yes, that is exactly how I have configured my setup, though I just have an extreme, not time capsule.

andonizah · Answer

yeah man do it and you will have 4 more ports to left

CommunityAnswer · Answer

No, this switch does not have WiFi capability.

“Can I plug my Cable Modem into this switch and then run it to my wireless router located upstairs? I'm using a Apple Time Capsule.”

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