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Connect your network switches properly for optimal performance.

Connect your network switches properly for optimal performance.

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Crazy_Man_40
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02-03-2023, 10:12 PM
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You have a Netgear FS750 with 48 ports and a Netgear JG524 with 24 ports. You’re unsure which switch to connect to your modem. Should you link the 50-port switch to the modem first, then connect the 24-port switch to that, or vice versa? I understand the 50-port is slower, but you have older devices that don’t need gigabit speeds. It was free, so why not use it? Also, please don’t just stick with the 24-port switch—I want both switches working together if possible. Your modem router only has two ports, which is why you’re using switches. Updated January 1, 2023 by dreamcast4599
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Crazy_Man_40
02-03-2023, 10:12 PM #1

You have a Netgear FS750 with 48 ports and a Netgear JG524 with 24 ports. You’re unsure which switch to connect to your modem. Should you link the 50-port switch to the modem first, then connect the 24-port switch to that, or vice versa? I understand the 50-port is slower, but you have older devices that don’t need gigabit speeds. It was free, so why not use it? Also, please don’t just stick with the 24-port switch—I want both switches working together if possible. Your modem router only has two ports, which is why you’re using switches. Updated January 1, 2023 by dreamcast4599

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bobcat99
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02-04-2023, 08:10 PM
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It doesn't really matter, just avoid creating a loop. I think I'll link the gigabit to the modem or router first, then connect the 1GbE port on the 100Mb port to one of the ports on the 24-port switch.
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bobcat99
02-04-2023, 08:10 PM #2

It doesn't really matter, just avoid creating a loop. I think I'll link the gigabit to the modem or router first, then connect the 1GbE port on the 100Mb port to one of the ports on the 24-port switch.

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DankLlamas
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02-17-2023, 02:47 PM
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I would place the 24x 1gig switch at the front since it increases the chances if one switch fails. Ideally, both should be connected separately, but apart from personal choice and possible issues, it doesn't really matter.
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DankLlamas
02-17-2023, 02:47 PM #3

I would place the 24x 1gig switch at the front since it increases the chances if one switch fails. Ideally, both should be connected separately, but apart from personal choice and possible issues, it doesn't really matter.

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