Yes, the switch is fine.
Yes, the switch is fine.
I'm setting up a simple home setup with several devices. My internet is fiber at 100/100 speed. I have three TVs, two game towers, and one Apple TV connected to a Sonos hub, plus a Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and a Phillips Hue hub. I'm unsure if a gigabit connection is necessary or if 10/100 will work with my current setup.
Unfortunately, this setup has limitations. The switch supports only 10/100 speed, which restricts you to around 100 megabits per second or roughly 12.5 megabytes per second per device. For better performance, consider searching for "gigabit switch" or "10/100/1000 switch" multiple times. Check if each device has an Ethernet connection and whether your TVs need internet access if you're using Apple TV or consoles. Think about running cables through walls to connect devices to the switch, or group them together. If they’re all on one TV, you can use a main switch with separate lines for each group. Also, ensure there aren’t any obstacles affecting wireless mesh connectivity. A Wi-Fi 6 router should handle 100% of your needs.
That matches exactly what you described. It seems like having everything centralized would help. Yes, organizing things into three zones makes sense—TV, Tower, Hue Bridge, Sonos Point, Nintendo Switch; AppleTV, Xbox Series X, and then TV and Tower together. I thought running a single wire to each spot with individual switches would be simpler than managing multiple cables. Ethernet ports are available everywhere, so a mesh setup could work if needed. I wasn’t trying to be technical, just aiming for a more reliable system. Being in a basement with low ceilings made running wires easy, which is why I considered this approach.
Based on your budget, three switches with four ports should function effectively. These setups allow you to connect multiple devices from the router and extend coverage throughout your space. You won’t face issues if you only need to transfer large files between towers. Expect roughly $150 for the switch options and about the same price for a TP-Link mesh system. For wireless flexibility, place the devices where they have clear lines of sight or in separate rooms, using shared access points for seamless connectivity without constant rewiring.
I wouldn't recommend a 10 out of 100 right now. Of course, not all gadgets require gigabit links, but it's wise to be prepared for tomorrow. Internet performance isn't the sole factor—fast local file moves also perform much better at higher speeds.
Thank you for the suggestion; I'll proceed along that path. Appreciate your assistance.