I've switched to gigabit speed and am working to improve my internet connection.

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BellaMaria88
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192

09-19-2016, 07:22 PM

You're seeing around 915 Mbps now. Using a Gigabit port on your switch is great, but switching to a 2.5 port might not increase speed if you already have two ports. You may need to upgrade to a switch with more ports for better expansion.

BellaMaria88

09-19-2016, 07:22 PM #1

IkBenHetBram
Senior Member

735

09-19-2016, 08:05 PM

Which network connection are you using? Many providers offer extra capacity, so you might see speeds around 1.2gbit on a 1gbit plan. However, it’s usually not worth it unless you need it. A 915mbit connection is just about reaching the gigabit limit.

IkBenHetBram

09-19-2016, 08:05 PM #2

Krum40
Junior Member

09-27-2016, 10:39 AM

i have a sfp+ managed zytel switch. a asus router (gigabit), and the cable modem. cable modem goes to the switch via 1gig and then 10gig to the computer and nas, 2.5 to the attic and living room for branch out to other equipment.

Krum40

09-27-2016, 10:39 AM #3

Markxsman
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177

09-29-2016, 05:03 AM

The modem supports gigabit speeds, so a 2.5 Mbps connection won’t improve performance. I’d prefer the 915 option since it’s essentially the maximum gigabit with overhead included.

Markxsman

09-29-2016, 05:03 AM #4

The modem supports gigabit speeds, so a 2.5 Mbps connection won’t improve performance. I’d prefer the 915 option since it’s essentially the maximum gigabit with overhead included.

The_D3mon
Senior Member

694

10-05-2016, 05:26 PM

the modem runs at 2.5 while the switch port shows 1. a 4-port 2.5 model could fit your setup, but it's unclear if it's worth the $100 upgrade.

The_D3mon

10-05-2016, 05:26 PM #5

the modem runs at 2.5 while the switch port shows 1. a 4-port 2.5 model could fit your setup, but it's unclear if it's worth the $100 upgrade.

ostenvelez
Member

241

10-12-2016, 03:10 AM

Your main issue is the router's limited bandwidth at just 1GB, with speeds around 915-940Mbps mainly affected by extra data usage.

ostenvelez

10-12-2016, 03:10 AM #6

Your main issue is the router's limited bandwidth at just 1GB, with speeds around 915-940Mbps mainly affected by extra data usage.

Car_Radio
Junior Member

10-12-2016, 11:24 AM

You should get a 2.5 GHz router. Hmm.

Car_Radio

10-12-2016, 11:24 AM #7

You should get a 2.5 GHz router. Hmm.

arianastrilogy
Junior Member

10-12-2016, 03:16 PM

Definitely not worth it for $100 to increase from 915 to 1000.

arianastrilogy

10-12-2016, 03:16 PM #8

Definitely not worth it for $100 to increase from 915 to 1000.

MasMenno
Member

199

10-17-2016, 11:19 AM

They shared a 350/300 score and 18/10 met uploads. Their modems support 2GB, so maybe I’ll aim for 1200? I’m not sure… but if I can install it on a 2.5 port once my 10GB works, I’ll test it.

MasMenno

10-17-2016, 11:19 AM #9

They shared a 350/300 score and 18/10 met uploads. Their modems support 2GB, so maybe I’ll aim for 1200? I’m not sure… but if I can install it on a 2.5 port once my 10GB works, I’ll test it.

Joco18
Member

240

10-24-2016, 06:21 AM

#10

It doesn’t seem worthwhile. Go for a gigabit connection instead. Trying to fit 2.5 won’t be practical as it isn’t widely recognized yet.

Joco18

10-24-2016, 06:21 AM #10

It doesn’t seem worthwhile. Go for a gigabit connection instead. Trying to fit 2.5 won’t be practical as it isn’t widely recognized yet.

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