Understanding network layout requires knowledge of both planned and actual configurations.
Understanding network layout requires knowledge of both planned and actual configurations.
Hi There, wasn´t in the game for quite a time. So i´m not up to date. Just realised earlier this year that my network is (or was) really outdated with all 10/100 connections. So i did an update parially. Here is my Layout at the moment (crappy design by MS Excel ) As i plan to use the NAS Server not only for Plex but also as my general Fileserver i asked my self if another upgrade to 2.5G could be worth it? First i thought about just the office part but it could also be: So, the whole Network would be capable of the higher speed. But in reality it would just be the PC and the NAS. I´m reencoding videos on the server right now (meaning without moving it from server to pc and vice versa) that works good and i´m wondering if 2.5G could speed that up? I dont think the living room equipement wouldnt profite at all, as i dont think any of them would be capaple. Also i´m thinking of storing my LR Library to the NAS. Same Question?
I’m not familiar with configuring a network this way, but I usually prefer avoiding the equipment my ISP supplies unless it’s strictly for local internet access via Ethernet. I plan to turn off Wi-Fi and use my own router or switch connected by Ethernet, which should be your new setup. My main concern is whether any of your devices are approaching 1Gb speeds for tasks like PC or NAS usage—if so, an upgrade would be beneficial. If your NAS can’t handle 1Gb, then changing the network won’t make much difference.
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