Most mesh routers have limited Ethernet ports, usage demands more ports, buy a network switch for added connectivity. Network switches are low-cost, simple devices that multiply Ethernet ports ...

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Since these applications are remote, Power over Ethernet (PoE) provided via a local Ethernet switch would be the best option.

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If you run out of Ethernet ports, you buy a switch, and it will give you more network interfaces. Why would I want to connect more devices to Ethernet rather than use Wi-Fi?

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Finally, you could go with yet a 3 rd option: using Ethernet switch modules in some types of routers. For instance, the NM-16ESW Network Module is a 16 port Ethernet switch.

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Problem: trying to connect more devices to the wired network using unmanaged Netgear 105 Ethernet switches fails. The same issues occur when connecting the unmanaged switches to the router or to ...

Fast Ethernet switches are ideal for home or small business use where speed demands are relatively low. If you have higher speed demands for your network, you should steer towards Gigabit Ethernet.

Kontron announces the CP6940, a 1/10/40 Gigabit Ethernet switch for CompactPCI and VME embedded systems. The CP6940, which has been specifically optimized for multicast applications, is designed for ...