10gbit connection for two devices
10gbit connection for two devices
I really wish my server and main PC were connected to the same network using 10Gbps. Back when I had a fiber modem and a 5Gbps line, I used SFP+ connectors for maximum speed. I converted everything to fiber and set up an SFP+ 10Gbe adapter in my main system. In my current home, I downgraded to a slow 1Gbps connection, but the speeds were still sufficient for streaming my server’s Steam library instead of my personal PC.
I currently have 4 TB of SSD storage on top of my older 30TB drives. The internal setup I have in place works fine, and I’d like to keep it. I plan to run a router from my fiber provider that connects to an EdgeRouter ER4 with an SFP port. This will link to a 16-port Unifi 150W PoE switch, which powers a few cameras, a NANO HD, and an IN-WALL HD for Wi-Fi. Everything seems to function properly now.
All wall cables have been upgraded from 5E to Cat6 STP since I had a large 100-meter roll. The cabling should be fine. My goal is simply to add a 10Gbe connection between a computer on the second floor and my server in the technical room. This was the most affordable option I found.
I considered using a MicroTik CRS305 ASUS 10G card for my main PC (Base-T 10GTEK SFP+), a 10GbE SFP+ adapter for the server, a 10GbE Unifi cable for the server to the MicroTik, and another from the 16-port Unifi to the MicroTik. This would create a hub setup, with PoE coming from the Unifi 16 port via an SFP+ converter.
I’m curious if there’s anything even cheaper than this setup. It looks a bit overpriced at 5Gbps, but it seems solid for what I need.
I'd opt for fiber. For residential applications, you can locate reasonably affordable transceivers and fiber cables. You might also explore budget-friendly SFP+ NICs such as the Mellanox Connect X-2 cards. These typically operate more efficiently than high-speed 10GBASE-T NICs.
10gbase-sr refers to Ethernet, likely meaning lower power consumption than 10gbase-t. You might find cheaper transceivers on eBay if you're willing to search. I prefer single mode, though that's just my opinion. The cable supports faster speeds, and the OS2 cables are more affordable too. Just mentioning you can get transceivers.
Hmm, Ethernet and copper cables are different things. I'm looking at how much heat the Intel X540 generates when connected to SFP+ with fiber transceivers. The controllers on copper-based NICs seem to produce a lot more waste heat. If you don't dig deep, I notice companies like HP marketing them for over $100 each. Still, I'm open to suggestions if I found some newer, cheaper SFP+ NICs.
Ethernet supports various data types, with most modern fiber optics functioning as Ethernet. Cat cables demand higher heat compared to fiber or DAC cables, though newer 10G base-t connections are using less power than older 540 series models.
I own a 150/10 service with a 1 TB limit. Calling a 1 Gbps fiber connection terrible is similar to Bill Gates using $100 bills as toilet paper.
I lived in an area offering 5 gigabits per second speeds, and I’m using a basic router for this setup. Just thought it’s interesting that an edge router can handle 5 gigabits too—this project is definitely not the most advanced option available. A cheaper alternative would be an entry-level router.
This Danish firm is gigabit. Their website shows pricing details clearly. Five gigabits monthly comes to around 499 dollars, which is about 80 dollars. However, purchasing a specialized router with SPF+ connections and no copper RJ45 ports costs roughly 10,000 dkkr (1800 dollars). You receive a free signup when you buy the 299 dkkr model because it’s a stock setup. If you negotiate well, you might secure a 10/10 gigabit connection. The exciting part about gigabit is its flexibility—you can choose your own router or modem, and they support it. With my current setup from altibox, I’m accepting a subpar router despite having full control to switch it into bridge mode. I pay the same monthly rate as when I signed up for 5/5 in my previous home. Monthly expenses have led me to buy an XG16, using Unifi equipment and running SFP+ cards on servers. I’m currently running Ethernet for two Raspberry Pi 4s that operate 3D printers, but I might relocate the server to a location with 10gbit fiber. I’m considering a MikroTik 10gbit switch as a potential upgrade.
It seems the downgrade wasn’t clear because your setup lacked a router capable of handling at least 5 gigabits. There’s a steep learning curve involved, but I fully support it.