[mythtv-users] [OT] Switch Recommendation

[jack snodgrass]

On 10/16/06, Al B. <brekkal at gmail.com> wrote:
> On 10/13/06, match at ece.utah.edu <match at ece.utah.edu> wrote:
>
> >
> > So, can anyone recommend a Gb switch in the SOHO/home category that
> > actually performs well? Or links to a review/shootout?
> >
> > I need 8 ports, and would like to stay around $100 U.S. Rack-mount
> > would be a bonus...
>
>
> I think the NetGear GS108 is pretty tough to beat for the money.  It's
> currently $55 after rebate (mail-in) on Newegg.
>

if you have a choice, get the V2 version of the GS108. It has support
for jumbo frames. It will say V2 on the box around the serial number
and will say 9000 byte MTU on the product description.

jack