Category: CCTV at Home
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Setting up a PoE-powered PoE Switch
I only have a single Ethernet cable running across the ceiling from our main switch, and it’s difficult to run another one for an additional access point. This device helps my situation. It’s a switch that is powered by PoE (802.3af/at). It can use up to 30 watts and can distribute 25 watts of power…
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Flashing Xiaomi Router 4C with OpenWRT
I’m very fond of Xiaomi products. They sell pleasing design at an affordable price. One example is their Xiaomi Router 4C. It’s a 2.4Ghz, 100M-only router that costs only around P500.00. While I like the hardware, I don’t feel secure using the default firmware. Fortunately, OpenWRT supports this router. It’s an open-source, community-driven firmware. My…