choosing the right switch

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Hello!I'm looking to buy a new switch but as I'm far from an expert I thought I would voice my needs and thoughts in hope of some input from more experienced sources.&nbsp;I have a bunch of computers that is currently connected to a larger network ( a WAN i suppose). What I want is to split these computers in two groups that are connected ti the same LAN:Group 1: can connect to everyrhing in the LAN and the WANGroup 2: can connect to everything in the LAN but not reach the WAN. From the WAN you should be able to reach group 2 however.&nbsp;They way I see it is that I need a "smart managed pro switch" so that I can put each group in a VLAN and then by having an ACL on group 2 i can configure a one-way communication from the WAN, is this correct or is there a better option?&nbsp;Thanks in advance!

DaneA · Accepted Answer

Mastema,&nbsp;
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Welcome to the community! :)&nbsp;
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Let me share the articles below that will help you understand setting up VLAN:&nbsp;
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What do I need to know about setting up VLANs?&nbsp;
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How do I setup a VLAN trunk link between two NETGEAR switches?&nbsp;
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How do I set up one or more VLANs between a NETGEAR ProSAFE firewall and a smart switch?&nbsp;
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VLAN Routing on Smart Managed Pro Switches&nbsp;
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VLAN Routing on a NETGEAR Smart Switch&nbsp;
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To know more about the NETGEAR Smart Managed Pro Switch Models that might fit your network requirements, kindly access the links below:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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NETGEAR Switch Selector&nbsp;
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NETGEAR Business Product Catalog 2019&nbsp; - see pages 43 to 58
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Regards,
&nbsp;
DaneA
NETGEAR Community Team&nbsp;

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