frontpagephoinix | Staff posted Apr 07, 2026 06:58 PM
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frontpagephoinix | Staff posted Apr 07, 2026 06:58 PM
7-Port D-Link 2.5GB Unmanaged Gaming Switch
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No complaints, getting 50-75% real world performance on 10Gb ports, 2.5 are unused.
$80
4x2.5Gb + 2x10Gb
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DS4KC7Y3?th=1
2x $63
Marvel AQC113 controller NICs for low power
https://www.amazon.com/10G-PCI-e4...0FM2DH49B/
I also got Cat8 cables because why not it's $7. Ok, $14 for two.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PL1P53C?th=1
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Proceed with caution with off brand 2.5gb switches.
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No complaints, getting 50-75% real world performance on 10Gb ports, 2.5 are unused.
$80
4x2.5Gb + 2x10Gb
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DS4KC7Y3?th=1
2x $63
Marvel AQC113 controller NICs for low power
https://www.amazon.com/10G-PCI-e4...0FM2DH49B/
I also got Cat8 cables because why not it's $7. Ok, $14 for two.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PL1P53C?th=1
https://www.amazon.com/Ethernet-C...0925826M2/
If they're busted, you can usually just chop the ends off and redo them, assuming you have enough slack and a crimper tool.
https://www.amazon.com/Optimal-Sh...B072LJYHKP
I started with something like the above, and although I eventually upgraded to the Klein tool (I ended up running physical Ethernet to every room in the house) the cheap tool is enough to do basic diagnostics.
Proceed with caution with off brand 2.5gb switches.
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