MoCA Network Setup | Ethernet over TV cable

[networked]

Ordered a pair Gocoax Moca on 19th Oct and received them yesterday., 22nd Oct. I just installed them and the speed is truely fast. Done speedtest.net and the result is close to my 1Gps fibre.

Hi megaweb, beside the pair of Moca, do u need anything else like the filter that everyone is saying. Some said no need since the coaxial patch signal is not use anymore for cable TV.

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[megaweb]

Hi megaweb, beside the pair of Moca, do u need anything else like the filter that everyone is saying. Some said no need since the coaxial patch signal is not use anymore for cable TV.

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No, I did not install the filter. I bought 2 F-type to F-type Coaxial cables. I just tested my luck and so far its performance work great.

 

[weeguy]

Hi megaweb, beside the pair of Moca, do u need anything else like the filter that everyone is saying. Some said no need since the coaxial patch signal is not use anymore for cable TV.

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No, I did not install the filter. I bought 2 F-type to F-type Coaxial cables. I just tested my luck and so far its performance work great.

I believe it's still necessary to unplug the incoming coaxial cable so that your moca signals isn't broadcast to the rest of your neighbours who are in the same coaxial network, and similarly, you won't get affected by your neighbours' signals.

 

[megaweb]

I believe it's still necessary to unplug the incoming coaxial cable so that your moca signals isn't broadcast to the rest of your neighbours who are in the same coaxial network, and similarly, you won't get affected by your neighbours' signals.

I agree with you but I am still looking for the incoming coaxial cable.

 

[nagase_4]

Hi. I need the Starhub TV Point before i can use MoCA right?
If my bedrooms are still on all the old TV points, means i cannot use MoCA?

Thanks in advance!

 

[Anything_Whatever]

Hi. I need the Starhub TV Point before i can use MoCA right?
If my bedrooms are still on all the old TV points, means i cannot use MoCA?

Thanks in advance!

For old TV wall socket, just need to buy those adaptors to convert...

https://www.google.com.sg/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwic4JOPvNvsAhUaJCsKHeCJAP4YABALGgJzZg&sig=AOD64_1sKrfr46jVDzGh_mTbeAS7R3VwDw&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwin24yPvNvsAhXYXisKHcTEC38Q5bgDegQIDBBJ&adurl=

Can find these from normal hardware stores / DIY stores....

Old TV points still can work, not necessary must be SCV TV points.

 

[firesong]

Personally, running moca is ok in principle, but having to power 2 extra devices is eventually the long term cost, in addition to the high upfront cost of the adapters. A physical cable run for HDB flats is so much cheaper and more lasting than even the cost of the moca adapters. Cat6 cables from SLT are about 80c to $1 per metre of ethernet, or more for extremely high grade, keystone jacks and RJ45 connectors cost in the cents... 2h of work and it's done for under the cost of one moca adapter.

If one lives in multi-storey landed property, then perhaps its more viable since the cable runs will be more costly. Or perhaps if your coax cables are somehow within the walls of the home.

 

[Anything_Whatever]

Personally, running moca is ok in principle, but having to power 2 extra devices is eventually the long term cost, in addition to the high upfront cost of the adapters. A physical cable run for HDB flats is so much cheaper and more lasting than even the cost of the moca adapters. Cat6 cables from SLT are about 80c to $1 per metre of ethernet, or more for extremely high grade, keystone jacks and RJ45 connectors cost in the cents... 2h of work and it's done for under the cost of one moca adapter.

If one lives in multi-storey landed property, then perhaps its more viable since the cable runs will be more costly. Or perhaps if your coax cables are somehow within the walls of the home.

Well.... not everyone owned the HDB property; most landlords will not allow tenants to run exposed cable trunking or conduits around the house. Having said that, some owners also are not handyman like you who can do DIY and they are also people who are likely to cause more damage to their decor.
But I guess that if one is to worry about monthly utilities cost, then most likely MoCA is definitely not an option for you.

 

[weeguy]

Well.... not everyone owned the HDB property; most landlords will not allow tenants to run exposed cable trunking or conduits around the house. Having said that, some owners also are not handyman like you who can do DIY and they are also people who are likely to cause more damage to their decor.
But I guess that if one is to worry about monthly utilities cost, then most likely MoCA is definitely not an option for you.

Yup. I'm in the situation where every room already has a concealed coaxial point, and MoCA adapters allowed me to tap on them without having to deal with unsightly exposed trunking or incurring the cost to lay concealed ethernet cables. Really happy with the ease of setup and improved network speeds I'm getting, so no regrets going with MoCA.

 

[Muneer1977]

That's a awesome explanation on the setup. I have a few queries with relation to your post.
1. Is changing of the ip address necessary ?
2. Did you change the splitter that was in your riser to a higher mhz ?
3. Any other brand of Moca you can recommend ?

 

[Muneer1977]

Hi guys. I have 2 splitters in my scv riser. So which one do I remove or install a POE ?

I have 6 coaxials points in my flat including the bomb shelter.

 

[Anything_Whatever]

Hi guys. I have 2 splitters in my scv riser. So which one do I remove or install a POE ?

I have 6 coaxials points in my flat including the bomb shelter.

I can only imagine that you have a 4-way splitter and branch off to another 3-way splitter.
https://images.app.goo.gl/tsia5SgVCrFkaoNX6
https://images.app.goo.gl/bY3qfVyXHgrshgs8A
if my assumption is correct, you should install the POE adaptor at the IN at the 4-way splitter.

Alternatively you can just disconnect the IN cable at the 4-way splitter. and tape the connector head....That’s the best way to isolate your connection from going out from your home.

 

[Muneer1977]

Both the cables which are attached to the “IN” in the splitter come from some kind of distributing box. And that box has 2 ports for my flat. What is this box ? Is it a kind of splitter also ?

 

[Anything_Whatever]

Both the cables which are attached to the “IN” in the splitter come from some kind of distributing box. And that box has 2 ports for my flat. What is this box ? Is it a kind of splitter also ?

The 3-way IN is connected to one of the 4-way OUT.... that’s how you get to distribute the 6 connections to the various rooms. From the 3-way IN cable you can trace it to the 4-way.

Best is to consolidate and buy a 6-way splitter to replace these 2 splitters... you cabling connection will look cleaner and less messy. https://shopee.sg/product/195868306/5605965080?smtt=0.215826350-1604199695.9

Can you please post some pictures otherwise it will be a guessing game.

If your post count is too low to post picture, at least google and provide link for reference.... just like below...
https://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/129170309-post1.html

 

[mortpenguin]

So it turns out that my rented flat is so old it doesn't even have coax wiring, or at least the landlord didnt even bother installing because I don't think my neighbours could have lived without cable TV for so long. As such, my only solution is to ask Ayub to lay a cable in my house from the living to the bedroom.

So I now have two goCoax units + a POE filter that I'm willing to let go at a discount. PM me if interested!

 

[ah_cleo]

So it turns out that my rented flat is so old it doesn't even have coax wiring, or at least the landlord didnt even bother installing because I don't think my neighbours could have lived without cable TV for so long. As such, my only solution is to ask Ayub to lay a cable in my house from the living to the bedroom.

So I now have two goCoax units + a POE filter that I'm willing to let go at a discount. PM me if interested!

Hi Pm u...

 

[Muneer1977]

The 3-way IN is connected to one of the 4-way OUT.... that’s how you get to distribute the 6 connections to the various rooms. From the 3-way IN cable you can trace it to the 4-way.

Best is to consolidate and buy a 6-way splitter to replace these 2 splitters... you cabling connection will look cleaner and less messy.

Can you please post some pictures otherwise it will be a guessing game.

If your post count is too low to post picture, at least google and provide link for reference.... just like

Somehow managed to upload the pic. This is how it looks

 

[ah_cleo]

can i confirm, room and living must have starhub tv point then it will work or if living room got starhub tv point and bedroom is normal tv point cant work?

 

[mortpenguin]

can i confirm, room and living must have starhub tv point then it will work or if living room got starhub tv point and bedroom is normal tv point cant work?

Leaving a photo of my room situation here, in case it's the same as yours. This socket is the same as that in my living room. I believe the TV port wouldn't work for the goCoax adaptor right?

P.S Can't test yet because I've not taken over the keys to my flat, and there is no internet in the house at the moment.

 

[XiaoFu99]

Leaving a photo of my room situation here, in case it's the same as yours. This socket is the same as that in my living room. I believe the TV port wouldn't work for the goCoax adaptor right?

P.S Can't test yet because I've not taken over the keys to my flat, and there is no internet in the house at the moment.

Old HDB do not have coaxial point everywhere. Last time, they offered free for 1st point only. Anything else need to pay. So most old units have only a single point.

Search in Google for "coaxial f-type female" connector to get an idea how it looks like.

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