Home Networking 101 - How to Hook It All Up!

In this a very nerdy, and requested video. We will be going over the basics of Home Networking. How to hook everything up, and what everything does.

BREAKDOWN:
IP Addresses: 1:00
ISPs: 1:37
Modems: 2:04
Switches: 2:48
Routers: 3:48
Access Points: 4:54
Combo Units: 5:23
My Network: 6:54
What can you do w/ home network 7:50

UPDATED 2024 LINKS TO GOOD BUDGET ROUTERS:

TP-Link AX1800 Router $75

TP-LINK AX3800 Router $108

TP-Link AX5400 Router $160

TP-Link AXE5400 WiFi 6E Router $200

LINKS TO MY NETWORK EQUIPMENT:
TP-LINK TL SG1024 Switch:

Startech 6U Rack (Closest to the NavePoint):

NavePoint 1U Patch Panel:

Network Cable Wall Plate:

Rackmount Power Strip:

MonoPrice Punch-Down Tool:

LINKS TO OTHER VIDEOS:
DIY Budget Home Network

Patch Panel Video

[jimsmith]

Instant like and sub, for five reasons:
1. no annoying music.
2. Clearly spoken information with great visual aids.
3. No aggravating rehashing the same point over and over.
4. You didn't feel the need to do picture in picture with your face getting in the way of the information being presented.
5. Without being begged, you posted timeline links in the description to be able to skip directly to a specific point and/or go back to review your points
Well done!

[ITrendzI]

This is how you educate the public. For years I thought a router was one thing but now I realize the many components it has. Years later this is still great.

[rp]

As an IT System Analyst, I actually enjoy an can always nerd out on refreshing on the basics . I don’t get to do basic setups nowadays but thank you for sharing this and making this helpful for others. Great content!

[xvanegas]

This is a very easy to understand video! I've done headend cable management and it's basically the same thing just with hundreds of cables. Labeling your cables is very important.

[ruurb]

Super comprehensive breakdown without getting bogged down in the details. Also very impressive starting point (like 1990s) networking up to modern networking while keeping a good pace and provides contexts for an absolute beginner. Great work.

[tonyr.]

I can not thank you enough, I'm going for my CompTIA A+ exam, and this video HELPED TO PUT IT ALL IN A SIMPLE AND CLEAR EXPLAINATION! Thank You.

[TheInfinitum]

after watching countless useless videos, I can finally rest here. Thank you man, thank you

[Johnnie-uevz]

Thank you!!! I had some kind of mental block that prevented me from seeing how these devices interacted and why you may want a particular setup but your video made everything clear. Much, much appreciated!

[mbuevgy]

I understand I am commenting on a year old video, but kudos to you for putting together such a clear and concise video explaining basic home networking. Very well done. Only thing I may comment on is that not everyone is willing to spend the money on a separate router or DMZ switch to accommodate their network. Well done good sir.

[tombarefoot]

This video was VERY helpful. I now understand that I was relying totally on my modem (public access) and did NOT, in fact, have a private network!

[DICEBOY]

Now THIS IS USEFUL STUFF that should be taught in Public School.

[KamendereCZ]

You're a saviour! I've spent a few weeks now trying to learn about devices needed for a home network. I wish more resources were this clean and simple to understand…

[ltdees]

If your going to network this is a very easy "how to" get started! Thank you so much! I'm a wire/patch panel geek...the only good network is a wired network...I would wire my cell phone but can't find a cable long enough 🤣

[mischakachler]

This may be one of the best put together videos explaining home networking in, yes, basic terms but also clear visuals.

[chapzer]

Recently purchased essentially everything you have here minus the switch. I’ve been wanting to setup a camera system with backup capabilities as well as a home media server so I went with a Poe+ switch i must say the setup you have here is incredibly clean and made a fantastic starting point

[tawabhashimi]

I have seen alot of videos but the way you explains sounds like you just answer each and individual question which go through my mind. Really appreciate for such clear explanation.

[alecgrolimond]

I am a computer network engineer very well presented!

[pavankumarkj]

Sir, i dont have words to appreciate you. You blew away all my confusions about router, modem, switch, WAP Thanks a lot.

[samueloyedele]

I started a career change into the IT field and I decided to take an Online program with basically a guy taking and talking and naming all the technical jargon, as much as it was understandable a bit, I needed something much more explanatory with visuals and I stumbled on this video of yours. I have not even finished the video and I already understand everything!! Now I can see why you have 4.4m views on this video. Great JOB man!! I will look out for more of your videos!

[JimHenderson]

Best explanation ever. Easy to understand, thorough yet succinct. Easy to listen to. Just what I needed!