ethernet to workshop

[Jay Burris]

I am planning on running CAT5 ethernet cable from my wireless modem in the house, to mancave in the barn, is it possible , then to add something to have wireless in the barn?

 

[Alabalcho]

You cable run should be no more than 100m (300ft). Make sure the cable is well protected from the elements, you might want to look for special outdoor-grade cable.

For the barn - get an Access Point (or configure second router in AP mode).

 

[Jay Burris]

You cable run should be no more than 100m (300ft). Make sure the cable is well protected from the elements, you might want to look for special outdoor-grade cable.

For the barn - get an Access Point (or configure second router in AP mode).

So if I add an "access point" to the cable in the barn, the WiFi from the house will work?

Any suggestions on inexpensive access points that are easy to install?

I am way out of my element here.

 

[Alabalcho]

This one is pretty easy to setup as Access Point, and can be found for $30 or less when on sale.
There are also dedicated Access Point devices, but I have no experience with them.

A small technical note: With an Access point, you will not "extend" your WiFi, but you will create another hotspot.