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    splitting ethernet connection

    I want to connect two PCs at one ethernet wall port. I have a hub elsewhere.

    From what I understand, you can't simply split the cable from the wall and be able to use two PCs at the same time.

    However, you can hook up 2 network ports into one wall port/cable, then split the one wall port/cable back into two separate ports???

    Correct?

    If so, will this 99.99% work? http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Pair-Cat5...item27b4a17e1e
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    What about putting in a router? Will give you more wifi in the house as well.

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    Just use a router, that way you at least know it will work

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    I already have a router and hub... I don't want to run another router/switch

    Plus, I don't want more power supplies and boxes there.
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    They are hit and miss, not guaranteed to work tbh.

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    If you use one at both ends it will work.

    Doing something similar at work as I don't want to run anymore cables and IT won't let us run hubs.

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    I use these...

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    I can get them for $4.80 each including GST

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    If they work as well as you say Dave I might have to get some.

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    Perfect... I just wanted to know that they work..

    Who is your supplier Dave?
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