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Configure multiple NICs on a single NAS device.

Configure multiple NICs on a single NAS device.

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06-17-2023, 02:00 PM
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Hello, I'm trying to connect my gaming PC and a NAS using a 10G network. Right now I use the Intel NIC for internet and local devices, but I also have a NAS with an Asus 10G card. I want to add another NIC to my gaming machine so both networks can communicate directly—like assigning IPs such as 192.168.2.2 and 192.168.2.3. Should I set them up in Windows LAN settings under their adapters? Let me know if that works.
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fluffypuppy576
06-17-2023, 02:00 PM #1

Hello, I'm trying to connect my gaming PC and a NAS using a 10G network. Right now I use the Intel NIC for internet and local devices, but I also have a NAS with an Asus 10G card. I want to add another NIC to my gaming machine so both networks can communicate directly—like assigning IPs such as 192.168.2.2 and 192.168.2.3. Should I set them up in Windows LAN settings under their adapters? Let me know if that works.

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RaphaelRed2
Junior Member
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06-17-2023, 04:29 PM
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Im not too good in this field but it should work since you can have multiple network connections on most computers using wifi and such. Youd probably need to set up a dhcp to give out ip adresses if you dont wanna set them up with your existing router. Or you could make a cross over ethernet cable so they could talk directly to eachother. As i said im not super good with such these this and this is all i know
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RaphaelRed2
06-17-2023, 04:29 PM #2

Im not too good in this field but it should work since you can have multiple network connections on most computers using wifi and such. Youd probably need to set up a dhcp to give out ip adresses if you dont wanna set them up with your existing router. Or you could make a cross over ethernet cable so they could talk directly to eachother. As i said im not super good with such these this and this is all i know

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Dragonize
Member
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06-19-2023, 05:51 PM
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You can make the Asus NICs communicate directly without a router by using a dedicated network setup. Since they’re limited to 1Gb, ensure your connection supports that speed and consider optimizing your network configuration.
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Dragonize
06-19-2023, 05:51 PM #3

You can make the Asus NICs communicate directly without a router by using a dedicated network setup. Since they’re limited to 1Gb, ensure your connection supports that speed and consider optimizing your network configuration.

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ironnannyan
Member
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06-21-2023, 05:49 PM
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Search for cross-over cables. They are a unique Ethernet wire that enables devices to communicate with one another.
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ironnannyan
06-21-2023, 05:49 PM #4

Search for cross-over cables. They are a unique Ethernet wire that enables devices to communicate with one another.

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MetropolisBear
Junior Member
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06-21-2023, 06:37 PM
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You can simply plug in the nics, configure a static IP on Boath, and it should function properly. This method is no longer valid; standard cables are now sufficient.
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MetropolisBear
06-21-2023, 06:37 PM #5

You can simply plug in the nics, configure a static IP on Boath, and it should function properly. This method is no longer valid; standard cables are now sufficient.

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Lochness878
Junior Member
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06-21-2023, 08:10 PM
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Maybe I'm a little delayed.
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Lochness878
06-21-2023, 08:10 PM #6

Maybe I'm a little delayed.

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Aleexiito
Junior Member
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06-21-2023, 08:59 PM
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You're welcome, it looks like you found the most affordable and straightforward option. Since you already have CAT6a wiring ready, you'll be set up tonight with visuals!
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Aleexiito
06-21-2023, 08:59 PM #7

You're welcome, it looks like you found the most affordable and straightforward option. Since you already have CAT6a wiring ready, you'll be set up tonight with visuals!