The Automation Guy
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As far as managed switches, I'll reiterate my standard line..... don't buy new - buy used off Ebay or from an equipment recycler.
There are TONs of inexpensive enterprise grade networks switches that are being sold because the company that previously used them had to upgrade to something better. For the average residential use, they still have plenty of power and life in them. Fan noise can be a concern with certain models, so you should do a little research.
Here are my current favorites (there is plenty of great information in this thread as well)..... Brocade ICX Series (cheap & powerful 10gbE/40gbE switching)
There are TONs of inexpensive enterprise grade networks switches that are being sold because the company that previously used them had to upgrade to something better. For the average residential use, they still have plenty of power and life in them. Fan noise can be a concern with certain models, so you should do a little research.
Here are my current favorites (there is plenty of great information in this thread as well)..... Brocade ICX Series (cheap & powerful 10gbE/40gbE switching)
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