I've got many, many years experience in wiring networks so this isn't one of those negative reviews from someone who just doesn't know what they were doing.
First off, just getting the cover off was a huge pain. There are slots on the bottom and sides; clearly one of them should have taken something like a small screwdriver to release the cover. I spent over 5 minutes of twisting, prying, and pulling to get the cover off the first one and thought the second would be easier now but it really wasn't. Both of them had the tabs that hold the cover one mangled by the time I was able to get the covers off. The covers did go back on but won't be as secure as they might have been.
Then was the wiring. This actually went well; the instructions are accurate and easy to follow.
Lastly, mount the device to, in my case, a stud in the attic - I used this to switch from outdoor rated cat6 to indoor cat6 for a couple video cameras since indoor is easier to work with for indoors.
The box comes with two scriews. The problem is, the holes in the box are too small for the screws. That means you can't simply hold the box to the stud or wall and start screwing. The screw will pull the box away from the wall. As I screwed in the box would twist from side to side. The screws would not go in straight because the were twisting in the hole in the box. In the end, I was not able to get them tight to the stud because the internal circuit board was flexing and I didn't want to damage the box.
Overall, I am very disappointed in the mechanical fit of this set and with the way they looked my otherwise great looking (even if I do say so myself) network installation. But they worked; the cameras connected just fine and are connected using PoE through this junction box.
I ordered two more for two more cameras that will have to be run outside. I will drill the holes for those before heading up into the attic. Still don't know how to remove the cover properly, though.
| Brand Name | SF Cable |
|---|---|
| Item model number | LYSB0059DRCGI-ELECTRNCS |
| Item Weight | 1.28 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 3.2 x 1.3 x 3 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.2 x 1.3 x 3 inches |






















