Hi folks, I just found myself in the situation where I am forced to run the main network cable going to the main router through a wall where it passes close to a power line at a 90 degree angle. Is there considerable interference that I should be trying to avoid? The cable is CAT6 unshielded. If there is interference, is there anything that I can add between the wires that would prevent it?

Thanks.

  • AffectionateJump7896@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Mains voltage, lease of all your American (I assume) 120V does not cause issues for Ethernet in any practical domestic setting. Even with European 230V it’s not an issue.

    The whole thing about power causing interference is only a data centre issue.

    Just route your cables as makes the most sense. If that means crossing or using the same conduit, that’s fine.