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R.J. Insights: Networking Guides

Practical guides, install knowledge, and field-tested product picks for contractors, integrators, and IT pros — from a TIA-certified manufacturer with 40+ years in Long Island City.

Best Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate for TV, Streaming, and Media Rooms
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Best Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate for TV, Streaming, and Media Rooms

A practical guide for choosing Ethernet + coax wall plate bundles for TV rooms, streaming setups, gaming consoles, routers, and media centers.

Cat6 vs Cat6A Wall Plates: Which One Should You Buy?
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Cat6 vs Cat6A Wall Plates: Which One Should You Buy?

Choosing between Cat6 and Cat6A wall plates? This guide explains when Cat6 is enough, when Cat6A is worth the upgrade, and which...

Structured Cabling Checklist: How to Plan a Clean, Reliable Network Installation
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Structured Cabling Checklist: How to Plan a Clean, Reliable Network Installation

Plan a clean, reliable home, office, or rack installation with this structured cabling checklist. Explore patch panels, keystone jacks, wall plates, couplers,...

Which Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate Bundle Fits Your Room?
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Which Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate Bundle Fits Your Room?

Not every Ethernet + coax wall plate bundle is for the same setup. Use this guide to match the right R.J. Enterprises...

RJ45 Keystone Jack vs Coupler: Which One Should You Use for an Ethernet Wall Plate?
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RJ45 Keystone Jack vs Coupler: Which One Should You Use for an Ethernet Wall Plate?

A simple guide to choosing between an RJ45 keystone jack and an RJ45 coupler for Ethernet wall plate installs, cable modem drops,...

How to Choose an Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate for a Cable Modem or Router Setup
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How to Choose an Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate for a Cable Modem or Router Setup

A practical buyer guide for choosing an Ethernet + coax wall plate for cable modem, router, home office, and small office network...

Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate Bundles: A Cleaner Way to Finish Cable Modem, TV, and Network Drops
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Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate Bundles: A Cleaner Way to Finish Cable Modem, TV, and Network Drops

A practical guide to using Ethernet + coax wall plate bundles for cleaner cable modem, TV, home network, homelab, and low-voltage wiring...

Cat6A Shielded Wall Plate for Homelab, Office, and PoE Installs
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Cat6A Shielded Wall Plate for Homelab, Office, and PoE Installs

Use RJ-EC-02 when a parts list calls for Cat6A, shielding, PoE/PoE++, homelab racks, office drops, or EMI-sensitive network hardware.

Bulk Ethernet Coax Wall Plates for Contractors
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Bulk Ethernet Coax Wall Plates for Contractors

Bulk Ethernet and coax wall plates for low-voltage contractors, installers, builders, and structured cabling projects. Request 20-pack and case-pack pricing.

Best Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate for Cable Modem Installs
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Best Ethernet + Coax Wall Plate for Cable Modem Installs

Choose the best Ethernet and coax wall plate for cable modem, router, and home internet installs. Compare RJ-EC-01 Cat6A and RJ-EC-04 Cat6...

Shielded vs Unshielded Keystone Jacks: When You Actually Need STP
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Shielded vs Unshielded Keystone Jacks: When You Actually Need STP

When do you actually need shielded (STP) keystone jacks vs unshielded (UTP)? Straight contractor-focused guide on when shielding matters, when it's a...

What are Shielded vs Unshielded Ethernet Cables?
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What are Shielded vs Unshielded Ethernet Cables?

Not sure whether to choose shielded or unshielded Ethernet cables? Shielded cables offer better protection in high-interference environments, while unshielded ones are...