Yeah, the patch panel is certainly nice to have but if cost runs past $50 or so and you are worried about the budget, it's probably fine to use the RJ45 ends and plug the cables right in. Just ...

The runs end in a small patch panel in a closet ... I'm looking for a small switch that can be mounted inside the panel fairly easily. There is a power outlet in the panel so I have access ...

If you’re one of the more than 50 percent of homeowners who have opted out of landline service, chances are you still have at least one ugly wall-mounted phone jack. I usually remove and patch ...