Affordable 10Gb switch built yourself

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10-16-2016, 08:55 AM

Sure, I tried setting up dual 10GB SFP+ NICs on a Windows machine and connecting them internally. It worked as a bridge, allowing communication between devices.

ManTheMonkey

10-16-2016, 08:55 AM #1

Sure, I tried setting up dual 10GB SFP+ NICs on a Windows machine and connecting them internally. It worked as a bridge, allowing communication between devices.

maxo1973
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10-16-2016, 09:28 AM

This approach seems valid, though the question needs careful testing to confirm. Using a different operating system may yield more reliable outcomes for long-term use.

maxo1973

10-16-2016, 09:28 AM #2

This approach seems valid, though the question needs careful testing to confirm. Using a different operating system may yield more reliable outcomes for long-term use.

JOJOngo
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10-21-2016, 10:03 PM

Sure, I'll try my best to keep it concise. Let's focus on the main points.

It seems you'd like to test things out with Windows only. That's a solid approach for starting out.

JOJOngo

10-21-2016, 10:03 PM #3

Sure, I'll try my best to keep it concise. Let's focus on the main points.

It seems you'd like to test things out with Windows only. That's a solid approach for starting out.

mumustrak
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10-22-2016, 12:01 AM

Isn't there a particular GNU/Linux distribution made exactly for this? I can't remember the name off the top of my head though. I think LMG made a video about it a few years back.

mumustrak

10-22-2016, 12:01 AM #4

Isn't there a particular GNU/Linux distribution made exactly for this? I can't remember the name off the top of my head though. I think LMG made a video about it a few years back.

D4rKSlayer95
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11-04-2016, 10:19 PM

They mentioned a video featuring multiple quad port 1Gb NICs, some 10G cards, and VyOS running on a desktop setup. It seems like a more advanced configuration than typical needs, though it might suit certain Linux distros better with less overhead.

D4rKSlayer95

11-04-2016, 10:19 PM #5

skillz21130
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11-09-2016, 02:34 PM

It seems like the person believes the OP intends to treat this system both as a computer and a switch simultaneously.

skillz21130

11-09-2016, 02:34 PM #6

It seems like the person believes the OP intends to treat this system both as a computer and a switch simultaneously.

NinjaGui
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11-11-2016, 10:45 AM

NinjaGui

11-11-2016, 10:45 AM #7

AnEnemyStand
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11-11-2016, 12:46 PM

You're allowed, but it's not advisable. A 10Gbps switch is cheaper than a computer with many network cards. You'll also save space, cooling, noise, and power usage. The MikroTik CRS305-1G-4S+IN offers four SFP+ ports for $134 on Amazon, and each SFP costs $20 to $40.

AnEnemyStand

11-11-2016, 12:46 PM #8