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New building same block - interim connectivity

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by techrepublicaaa21

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Hello, just mining for some intelligent suggestions here. In twelve month we are moving from a really old 15k sq ft building into a new 30k s.f. facility on the same block about 50 yards due East. We own the entire block. There will be a 2-4 week moving period where I want the LAN's of the two connected. I am wondering what others who have gone through this may have done to provide this connectivity. I am considering working with the builders to bury a fiber line between them, but have also toyed with the idea of using wireless networking with directional antennae. Any thoughts out there? TIA - Chris

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by thechas

First, you need to take into account any plans for the old building.

It makes sense to bury a line IF the company plans to keep the old building, and may use it in the near future.

Otherwise, since you own all the block, consider stringing the line overhead, or on the ground with strategically placed drive over covers.

Unless you can work out a short term lease on a wireless link, I think the cost would be excessive for the benefit.

Chas

by techrepublicaaa21

Plans for the old building: parking lot for the new building! Stringing overhead may be just the thing indeed. Thanks for the idea. I'll mention it to the builders.

Thanks,
Chris

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