Is it dangerous to plug a router into fiber optic cable but not into a power source
Since fiber optic cable carries no electricity, we don't worry about electrocution. Similarly, we don't think about personal or property damage due to fire because it isn't a source of heatHowever, setting up a fiber optic connection to your router can seem daunting if you're unfamiliar with the process. My network provider is still fixing things coz of that and it's taking a lot of time which is understandable. Understanding the safety hazards that go with fiber optic cable is critical for those who install or maintain fiber optic systems. The reason I ask, is that the customer service rep for Ziply says that I will not need to purchase a modem and that the router I linked them: link will be able to be hooked up straight to the fiber they are installing. I've read info that's all over the place, some even claim that uou shouldn't even connect the power supply of the modem into the protector, let alone the coax line, others claim it can even damage the thing.
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