Looking for a used Gigabit switch? Let me know what you need!
Looking for a used Gigabit switch? Let me know what you need!
You're looking for a switch to handle the heat from your router when all ports are busy and you have multiple Wi-Fi devices and security cameras. You're considering two options: one from Allied Technologies and another from Cisco. You want advice on whether these models still offer solid security features and settings, especially since they'll be connected behind your secure network. Others might have useful insights to share.
I'm familiar with networking concepts. The product you mentioned is a rack-mount switch that operates quietly and consumes less power.
The router handles all IP addresses regardless of the switches you use. Because you're skipping features like VLANs, LACP, and other advanced switch functionalities, this switch isn't necessary for your setup.
I'll purchase the item you recommended. Appreciate your support.
This thread might be useful for those who encounter it later, but in my experience, I haven’t utilized any of the advanced options your managed switch provides. For instance, Link Aggregation depends on Windows Server functioning properly, which isn’t something I need to manage. I don’t require adjusting the Spanning Tree protocol or setting up VLANs. In short, unless you’re certain you need a particular capability beyond simple plug-and-play, stick with a standard unmanaged switch.
Thanks for the feedback, AnonymousGuy. I’ll heed this suggestion. I recently encountered a tech issue after purchasing a server, and it seems the router intermittently drops the connection every few minutes. Since my 4 gigabit LAN isn’t always active, this affects performance. A basic switch could help manage traffic between my lab and the router, which would only need to handle internet and Plex. Appreciate the help!