The wired backbone for a serious smart home. A multi-gig router, a PoE+ switch powering access points and cameras, in-ceiling Wi-Fi access points, a small rack, and a UPS. The pipes that make every smart thing fast and reliable.
Plans
Choose a plan that fits your needs and budget
Item List
5Core
2 items
Wi-Fi
1 items| Item | Category | Specs | Qty | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Access Point | TypeIn-ceiling StandardWi-Fi 6 PowerPoE | 1 | $300 | View Shop |
Rack & Power
2 itemsPlan Totals$1,220
FAQ
Common questions about this kit
PoE access points over mesh?
For a permanent home, yes — wired PoE access points in the ceiling are faster, more reliable, and centrally powered than any mesh. The pro move.
In-ceiling access points?
Yes — one per floor, centrally located, gives even coverage mesh cannot match. They pull power from the PoE switch, so one cable each, no outlets needed.
Multi-gig router?
If you have internet above 1 Gbps or move big files internally, yes — a 2.5 or 10 Gbps router and switch remove the gigabit ceiling. Otherwise, gigabit is plenty.
Why a UPS on the network?
So a power blip does not drop every camera, access point, and smart thing for 10 minutes while gear reboots. A small UPS keeps the backbone up.
User Reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Wired smart network and my security system share the PoE-and-UPS backbone religion — in-ceiling APs over mesh is the permanent-home pro move. Agreed.