2GB home internet switch connects your devices to a high-speed internet connection.
2GB home internet switch connects your devices to a high-speed internet connection.
Hi, your ISP has rolled out 2 gigabit internet, which is great for your job but causing some network challenges. Work is covering the cost of the upgrade, but you're handling the equipment yourself. Right now you're using an AmpliFi Alien Router with a Cat5e cable to connect to a 1 gigabit switch at your office port. You're wondering if it's possible to route the WAN directly to a 2.5 gigabit switch before the router for better speeds, or if you need to replace your router altogether and look for a more energy-efficient model.
Is this AT&T? If you're using bridge mode, you'll need to go to [AT&T Box] >> Router >> Switch. Otherwise, if you're using the AT&T box, handle routing yourself and avoid sending your public IP to your router—just place a switch in between. There are affordable 2.5GbE switches available on the market that you can utilize.
That's a solid approach. I can check the ISP (frontier) router for a bridge and disable its Wi-Fi if needed. The order is ISP router → switch → old router. It adds a device to my network, but it should use less power than corporate gear. Appreciate the help!
I'm currently using this product for two 2.5GbE devices connected to my primary switch, and it performs well. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08XWK4HNT