responding to
http://www.homeownershub.com/mainten...es-668805-.htm
DA wrote:
Tony Hwang wrote:

I don't mess with cables any more. Whole house is covered with wireless
network now using dual band router.Even shared printer is on wireless.

Wireless equipment manufacturers would have you believe that for sure. On
practice though wireless is still 20 times slower than wired and you're
guaranteed to have some blind spots where and when you least expect them.
Found one not long ago behind a flat screen TV that kills wireless signal
extremely efficiently. So, no, definitely do mess with cables if you want
a guaranteed and a fast connection.

for OP: if you do get one of those long drill bits (HD or Lowes sells them
around $30 apiece), make sure to also get the holder accessory (forgot
what they call it) - it's a piece with a handle that can reach inside the
wall and guide the drill. And you definitely drill down most of the time -
you normally make the outlet hole first because it is dependent on where
the service is needed. Once you've taken out enough drywall to mount the
outlet box/bracket, there's already enough space to fish the long drill
bit in. Be sure to get the smallest diameter drill bit you can get away
with. 1/2" is usually enough. Watch for electrical wires, water/gas pipes,
air handlers, that sort of obstacles. Would not hurt to check from the
outlet to the baseboard with a stud finder and also check downstairs
roughly around the place where you think the drill bit will come out.
There should be no obstruction within a couple of feet from where you
THINK you'll come out. The drill bit can wander, so you don't actually
know where you land, you just kinda take an educated guess.

Good luck!

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