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hambony
Feb 28, 2024Initiate
RBK750 port aggregation with cm2050v
So I now have a CM2050V with a single 2.5gb port on the back, looking to get the fastest speed to my RBK750. I'm not the most savvy, but is it feasible to run an ethernet to a 2.5gb switch from the ...
plemans
Mar 01, 2024Guru - Experienced User
And not sure what you're running on your plex server or how capable you are (technologically) but you might be able to run pfsense in a docker container and add a dual 2.5gig nic card to your plex computer. It could potentially run the router and plex server as one. I've investigated that as well. A 2x 2.5gig wan card can be picked up for around $30-40 on amazon. That might be a cheap option to get mutigig from your cm2050v.
Oh the dangers of DIY
plemans
Mar 01, 2024Guru - Experienced User
It'd take a little coding/time to setup but something like this user did:
https://joshspicer.com/homelab
And then you'd install the plex server to one of the VM's or in its own docker container.
But again, you'd need a little expertise and willingness to modify.