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klender
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May 20, 2020
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how to choose which switch is best

Just moved to a home, where the previous owner left 2 switches.  I have used both and both are in good working order.  I would like to simplify my setup, and use only one.  Is there one that is bette...
  • schumaku's avatar
    May 20, 2020

    Keep the (physically) bigger JGS one near the router or utility room (there might be a small rack or the like with the cabling), and use the smaller GS where you need more Ethernet ports than installed cables are available. Performance is the very same - these are both non-manged but full wire-sped capable devices.

     

    The existing set-up reads to me like there are a lot of network cables installed into different areas and rooms. If this is correct, what's the point of installing a Mesh system?

     

     

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