Switch to four 10G ports
Switch to four 10G ports
I’m searching for a budget-friendly unmanaged switch offering at least four 10G ports. This is because I recently switched to 2 gigabit internet from Google Fiber and have three devices that need it. Two of these are using Intel network cards, which aren’t compatible with my current 2.5G switch. When connecting those machines to the 2.5G device, Windows shows speeds around 1000Mbps, but my main PC recognizes the switch properly because it uses a Realtek adapter on the motherboard.
Here are some alternatives and options you might consider:
- QNAP 8 x 1G + 2x SFTP+ 10G + 1SFTP+/RJ45 combo: https://www.amazon.com/QNAP-QSW-308-1C-S...07VC9T3WQ/ ($232)
- QNAP 4 x 2.5G + 2x RJ45 10G ports: https://www.amazon.com/QNAP-6-Port-QSW-2...09B9DS5DG/ ($449)
- QNAP 8 x 2.5G + 2x SFP+/RJ45 combo: 10G ports: https://www.amazon.com/QNAP-QSW-M2108-2C...08PDF97BX/ ($459)
- QNAP 8 x 1G + 4x SFP+/RJ45 combo: 10G ports: https://www.amazon.com/QNAP-QSW-M408-4C-...08DKSFXNW/
Microtik also offers quality switches, though Amazon links are limited. If you need RJ45 ports, they tend to be pricier. For budget-friendly choices, consider used or refurbished models—many are sourced from data centers and remain in good condition. You can also check eBay for 4x SFTP+ units around $115 each.
I’d be quite cautious about handling used data center equipment for a home unless you already have an excellent sound-dampening system in place. Those switches tend to be very noisy unless you’re prepared to upgrade some fans for quieter operation. They’re affordable, but they draw between 100 and 200 watts and are quite loud—modern data center gear isn’t necessarily quieter overall.