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Setup a dual port NIC on a NAS device

Setup a dual port NIC on a NAS device

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stopmo
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08-03-2016, 12:14 PM
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I possess a 'Embedded Broadcom 5720 1Gbps Dual Port Network Card (2 x Ports)' for a home NAS I'm acquiring second hand. I'm unsure about the purpose of the two ports. Can I utilize both to increase bandwidth, or is this intended for backup? Are there other functions for this setup? Thank you ahead of time.
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stopmo
08-03-2016, 12:14 PM #1

I possess a 'Embedded Broadcom 5720 1Gbps Dual Port Network Card (2 x Ports)' for a home NAS I'm acquiring second hand. I'm unsure about the purpose of the two ports. Can I utilize both to increase bandwidth, or is this intended for backup? Are there other functions for this setup? Thank you ahead of time.

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08-03-2016, 01:38 PM
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Both.
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08-03-2016, 01:38 PM #2

Both.

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Lexi_Mexi
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08-03-2016, 05:14 PM
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Using a method called Link Aggregation or Bonding is necessary. THIS demands a managed switch that allows it. It won't improve speed just for one client when several are using the server together. It serves as a backup option.
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08-03-2016, 05:14 PM #3

Using a method called Link Aggregation or Bonding is necessary. THIS demands a managed switch that allows it. It won't improve speed just for one client when several are using the server together. It serves as a backup option.

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