A shoe cabinet hides the home network
Summary
A BISSA shoe cabinet holds router, switch, modem, UPS and two Raspberry Pis and still keeps the cabling accessible. The BISSA cabinet cost 25 US dollars. An APC UPS stands in the lower compartment.
Ideas
- Cable ties fix the devices in the upper compartment.
- A power strip distributes the supply.
- Door movements determine the cable slack needed.
Insights
- Inconspicuous network cabinets increase acceptance in shared living spaces.
- Hidden technology needs more attention to heat and maintenance paths.
Recommendations
- Monitor temperature and airflow inside the closed furniture.
- Give every moving cable sufficient strain relief.
References
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