TP-Link Unmanaged 8-Port 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Desktop Switch, 802.3X Flow Control, 802.1p/DSCP QoS, Ideal for Small and Home Office with fanless design, Metal Casing, Plug and Play (TL-SG108-M2)

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The QNAP Systems introduced the QSW-2104 series of unmanaged switch models, including the QSW-2104-2S and QSW-2104-2T. The QSW-2104-2T is an easy-to-use unmanaged switch with 2 10GbE RJ45 ports and 4 2.5GbE RJ45 ports, allowing you to upgrade your network environment by connecting a wider range of devices with different bandwidth requirements. The switch features a near-silent fanless design and is compliant with IEEE 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet, EEE), operating quietly and with optimal power usage. It’s high performance and superb functionality make it the ideal choice for creating an affordable high-speed network environment in your home or workplace. The QSW-2104-2S and QSW-2104-2T are both six-port switches with two 10GbE ports and four 2.5GbE ports, but the QSW-2104-2S has 10GbE ports routed to SFP+ fiber-optic transceivers, while the QSW-2104-2T model has connectors designed for copper twisted pair connection. Video transfer estimates are based on the minimum time needed when all relevant devices are performing at their maximum possible capacity. Actual transfer time is not guaranteed and will vary as a result of environmental factors, network conditions, and client limitations.

I verified I can get 1300 and nearly 1400 mbps speeds when I run the 2.5ge port on the S33 modem straight to my desktop PC. I've also verified I can break over 1gbps Wi-Fi speeds on various PC devices (desktop, laptop) and mobile phones when plugged into the 2.5g port on the router, but then anything hardwired is capped at 900-something MBPS. In surveillance solutions, camera quality and latency are critical considerations. For cameras, higher resolutions and lower latency indicate the reliability of a surveillance system. Achieving higher resolutions and lower latency necessitates higher transmission speeds. Traditional 1G PoE switches fail to deliver sufficient performance, while 10G PoE switches, although capable, come with significantly higher costs. The introduction of 2.5G PoE switches resolves this challenge. They not only increase transmission speeds by 2.5 times but also require no modifications to the existing 1G network infrastructure, enabling direct deployment. Moreover, 2.5 Gbe switches are more economical than 10G switches. Implementing 2.5 Gbps switches ensures cost-effectiveness while enabling real-time transmission of high-definition videos, providing clearer and more reliable surveillance footage. ports on laptops, computers and standard office hardware is still very much in low adoption. 2.5GbE featured less than 1G, but it’s still ahead of 10GbE in consumer adoption by default What I know understand, or think I understand.... is that once you take that ethernet cable from the modem (that's tested/confirmed speeds at well over the 1.2gbps Xfinity plan) into the ASUS GT-AX11000, you're capped at 1gig no matter what you do. If you run the ethernet from the 2.5gbe port on the modem to the 2.5gbe port on the router, even if you plug a direct ethernet cable from router into your desktop PC for example (with a 2.5gbe Realtek on-board NIC), you're still capped at 1gbe no matter what. If you hook up the DAS to your PC you can still share the drives across the network but, if the PC shuts off then the drives will of course not be shared.

This IS fanless, this was one of my criteria and why I rejected everything before it. it has 2 sides closed and 2 sides well ventilated, you can see the large aluminium finned heatsink inside. As for heat, I can not comment as I have only tested between 2-machines simultaneously and it is sat horizontally in free air on top of a 1G switch and this is not where it will stay.

QNAP's switch is much more flexible: You can upgrade to 2.5 GbE speeds for your home network with existing Cat5e and Cat6 cabling with the same limit of (up to) 100m cable runs. The unit itself if fanless, which isn't surprising given its peak power consumption of 12W (2.4W per port), and it weighs in at a mere 2.05 lbs. The unit is quite small, too, with a 1.4 x 8 x 6 inch footprint. I hope that as I make more connections in the IT world, I can figure crap out like this myself and help others. Currently I'm wondering if I'd benefit from getting a "better" NIC card i.e. Intel X550-T2 2-Port 10GB Ethernet Converged Network Adapter. I'm still not sure why or how it'd be helpful in this scenario of not being able to get those elusive 1200mbps speeds down, except that from what I read Intel makes some of the best NIC cards/adapters and generally have good driver support vs Realtek. But what do I know? I know nothing Jon Snow. Driven by market demand and technological advancements, 2.5G network switches have become increasingly sought after by customers. Unlike their 1G and 10G counterparts, 2.5 Gbe switches offer a middle-ground solution to the market. But what exactly is a 2.5G Ethernet switch? What purpose does it serve, and how does it differ from 1G and 10G switches? This article aims to provide you with a detailed understanding of 2.5 Gbps switches and their specific applications. What is 2.5 GB Switch? D-Link could be clearer about the benefits of the turbo mode feature and customization options for the LEDs are limited, but overall, it is a sturdy, solid, and high-performing piece of equipment. Additionally, with the increasing affordability of 10GbE and the widespread use of 2.5GbE ports in WiFi 6 client hardware, this switch has a wider audience than it would have had just a couple of years ago. Overall, it is a great piece of equipment and I highly recommend it.

Although 10GbE switches and routers ARE in the market at a better price than ever, they are still 3-4x the price of 1GbE alternatives in the managed or unmanaged form

Despite its growing popularity among hardware manufacturers, 2.5G technology is often overlooked. This is unfortunate, as it is becoming more common in computers and motherboards and is a cost-effective way to upgrade to multi-gigabit speeds. For example, 2.5G cards and dongles are reasonably priced, and 2.5Gbps speeds can be achieved with existing Cat5e cabling. TRENDnet has released an affordable unmanaged 2.5G switch, called the TEG-S380, which is an 8-port Unmanaged 2.5G Switch and part of the brand’s Multi-Gigabit Networking Solutions family. A potential workaround I'm exploring in the meantime? .... https://www.asus.com/Networking-IoT-Servers/Wired-Networking/Wired-Adapters/USB-C2500/ Wi-Fi 6 technology is currently the preferred choice for home and enterprise networks, and the role of 2.5 Gbps switches in this context is indispensable. 1G switches, due to their maximum transmission speed of 1Gbps, are insufficient for Wi-Fi 6, and 10G switches, typically used in data centers and large enterprises, have excessive transmission speeds and are not commonly found in Wi-Fi 6 technology-supported network environments. For small and medium-sized enterprises as well as home networks, 2.5G is undoubtedly a better choice. Its 2.5Gbps transmission speed matches Wi-Fi 6 technology, ensuring faster data transmission speeds and reduced network latency. QTS is the operating system for entry- and mid-level QNAP NAS. WIth Linux and ext4, QTS enables reliable storage for everyone with versatile value-added features and apps, such as snapshots, Plex media servers, and easy access of your personal cloud. System

Also running the router on the latest firmware of Asuswrt-Merlin. Desktop PC is an x570 Crosshair Hero VIII Wi-Fi (FWIW). As mentioned earlier, upgrading from a 1G network to a 2.5G network does not require changing existing facilities. Compared to 10G switches, for small and medium-sized networks or home networks, 2.5 Gbe switches are more cost-effective. Upgrading from a 1G network to a 10G network requires rewiring and infrastructure replacement, while upgrading to a 2.5G network only requires replacing the switch. 2.5G provides a more suitable choice, and this cost-effectiveness has attracted many users to choose 2.5 Gbps switches. Applications of 2.5 GB Switch Pros – 10G + 2.5G arriving at the same/cheaper price than many 2.5G-only switches right now. Unique and Attractive Design. Unmanaged BUT the Turbo Mode adds Priority of Sevice features. Fanless + Ridged Metal design assists heat dissipation. LED and lighting are quite cool looking