I'm needing to speed up my home LAN between devices for large data files, game servers, online gaming and streaming Plex on multiple devices.
I'm currently using a cable modem>wifi router(for WLAN)>2nd router(setup as an AP). I'm wanting to setup SMB between two different PCs (workstation and storage server, both hooked into the AP) as well.
I've been told that my 2nd router, setup as the AP, is possibly the reason why my LAN is slower than ideal and I should buy a switch to handle the loads instead. That being said, I feel the switch would be better since I don't need the additional features the router AP gives, however, I'm open for suggestions.
I had a buddy recommend the Netgear GS116 switch since I will need at least 10 ports minimum and I don't have a rack system. I would prefer wall or under desk mountable, but desk top is also viable.
I'm currently using a cable modem>wifi router(for WLAN)>2nd router(setup as an AP). I'm wanting to setup SMB between two different PCs (workstation and storage server, both hooked into the AP) as well.
I've been told that my 2nd router, setup as the AP, is possibly the reason why my LAN is slower than ideal and I should buy a switch to handle the loads instead. That being said, I feel the switch would be better since I don't need the additional features the router AP gives, however, I'm open for suggestions.
I had a buddy recommend the Netgear GS116 switch since I will need at least 10 ports minimum and I don't have a rack system. I would prefer wall or under desk mountable, but desk top is also viable.