This model offers great value for its price.
This model offers great value for its price.
I'm researching a switch to fully hardwire my living room for gaming and streaming. I'm avoiding wireless options and focusing solely on switches. The Nighthawk S8000 looks promising, but I want feedback from others who've used it and advice on alternatives. Also, any suggestions for dependable Cat 7 cable brands would be helpful.
You require cat7 cables because the switch supports gigabit speeds, not just gigabit. Cat5e provides sufficient performance for those rates.
I have the budget for Cat 7 cables. A 5 or 10 gig switch isn’t feasible, so I’m planning ahead to avoid replacing all my cables when better hardware arrives. If the manufacturer offers solid Cat 7 products, they likely also produce good Cat 5e, meaning the brand’s reliability matters more than the cable type itself—especially if it suits users with more experience.