Establishing a new network
Establishing a new network
I've completed my basement and installed Cat6 wiring. I'm eager to explore networking myself. My friend works in IT and built his own network, but I want to learn first. I'm unsure what I should focus on since this is new to me. I own a Layer 3 switch from Cisco that's been sitting unused for years (SG200-26). My plans include running three gaming PCs at times, a couple of servers, and a separate IoT network. I'm curious about the cost of 2.5GbE—great for streaming or an update server—but not sure how much it would be. I'm considering the Dream Machine Pro and U7pro. Key factors to consider are power requirements, future scalability, and compatibility with the devices I plan to add, like cameras and IoT gadgets.
Begin by navigating to my dude’s guide. The chances of causing serious issues are low—most problems can be fixed without major consequences. First, set up new "networks" in Unifi, label them with VLAN ID, and understand how to map those logical VLANs onto your Cisco switch and assign ports accordingly. Adjust your firewall settings so traffic flows between the VLANs when needed. For deeper insight, check out CompTIA Network and Security+ videos, CCNA material, or similar resources.
It seems everything looks fine now. I probably checked a product with a comparable number.