Gigabit Network Hardware
Wasn't sure if this should go under networking or under hardware, but it was more of a hardware question I thought this was more appropriate. I'm going to replace my 100mbps network at home with gigabit.
Wasn't sure if this should go under "networking" or under "hardware", but it was more of a hardware question I thought this was more appropriate.
I'm going to replace my 100mbps network at home with gigabit. Basically, I was hoping to get some input on hardware. Currently, I'm considering SMC for my switches as they appear to be the only ones in my price range that support Jumbo Frames (SMC8508T). I'm not going to spend $4,000 on a Cisco router for my home office, so don't bother suggesting them
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As for NICs, it appears that the Intel Pro/1000 is the fastest but slows down as you increast frame size. What would you guys suggest? I want everything to support Jumbo Frames.
Any input is appreciated.
I'm going to replace my 100mbps network at home with gigabit. Basically, I was hoping to get some input on hardware. Currently, I'm considering SMC for my switches as they appear to be the only ones in my price range that support Jumbo Frames (SMC8508T). I'm not going to spend $4,000 on a Cisco router for my home office, so don't bother suggesting them
.As for NICs, it appears that the Intel Pro/1000 is the fastest but slows down as you increast frame size. What would you guys suggest? I want everything to support Jumbo Frames.
Any input is appreciated.
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