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Computers & Hardware => Networking => Topic started by: jamesc123 on August 06, 2011, 04:09:04 PM
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Hi,
So I have an old BT Voyager 210 modem router. It has one USB out and one ethernet out socket. I don't use the USB one. If bought this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Netgear-FS605-Platinum-Unmanaged-Switch/dp/B000087H93/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Netgear-FS605-Platinum-Unmanaged-Switch/dp/B000087H93/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top), would I be able to plug an ethernet cable into the BT modem router and other end into this Netgear Switch. Then connect other computers or consoles to the switch.
Would this set up allow:
a) File transfer between devices.
b) Internet on all devices.
Also does this set up sound ok?
Cheers
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Yes, that's right in every respect.
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An ACK from me, as well. You might like to check the product datasheet (http://support.netgear.com/app/products/model/a_id/2390/session/L2F2LzEvc2lkL1N4NmF2U0Fr) which can be downloaded from the Netgear website. :)
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Is that switch a relatively new one? Or are the features quite out-dated?
The datasheet states its compatible with UTP Cat3 and Cat5 cable. Does that mean Cat5e cable is not compatible??
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It's been around a long time, but it's perfectly OK. Cat5e cable will be fine with it. The only modern feature which it lacks is that it doesn't support gigabit speeds, but this is of no great significance unless you really need blisteringly fast PC-to-PC transfers. It makes no difference to your internet download (or upload) speeds.
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I have an old BT Voyager 210 modem router.
Rather than buying another bit of kit to go with an old modem/router (I've got one of those Voyagers tucked away in my grotto), I would be tempted to purchase a brand new, unused BT Business Hub (a.k.a a 2Wire 2700HGV) in its factory sealed box from a seller on eBay.
The 2Wire 2700HGV should easily outperform the Voyager 210 & Netgear FS605 combination. :)
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I want to, but I have read quite a few bad reviews about both the BT Business and Home hubs
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I want to, but I have read quite a few bad reviews about both the BT Business and Home hubs
Hmm . . . you won't have read a "bad review" about the 2Wire 2700HGV (a.k.a the BT Business Hub) anywhere here, on Kitz' site.
BT Business Hub :thumbs:
BT Home Hub :thumbdown:
I think you'll find that the regulars here do know what is best. ;) :dance:
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I have to say that I agree with the above. Nothing is perfect, and no single router is universally the best, but the 2700HGV is certainly among the best, particularly on difficult lines.
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I have to say that I agree with the above. Nothing is perfect, and no single router is universally the best, but the 2700HGV is certainly among the best, particularly on difficult lines.
ah ok thanks :) :) :)
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ah ok thanks :) :) :)
Glad that's now understood. ;) The ultimate choice is yours for the making. We can only suggest what seems to be the option given all the available details. Please update this thread with how you ultimately proceed, "when the moment is ripe". ;D
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Is that switch a relatively new one? Or are the features quite out-dated?
The datasheet states its compatible with UTP Cat3 and Cat5 cable. Does that mean Cat5e cable is not compatible??
Apart from the fact it is not "GigaBit" compatible (which reflects in the price) it should suite you fine, also just as a matter of interest it is simply plug-n-play with absolutely no setup requirements.
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If I get the 2Wire 2700HGV, I'm sure it will but will it work with the BT infinity modem if I upgraded to infinity?
And also do I need to unlock or do anything to it for it to work with my BT home broadband. I read it is by default locked to BT business customers only?
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If I get the 2Wire 2700HGV . . . will it work with the BT infinity modem if I upgraded to infinity?
No, it will not work with the OR provided modem (a crippled Huawei EchoLife HG612), which ever FTTC service you may subsequently take. (BT Infinity is just one of the many FTTC services that are available.) If I were in that situation, neither would I buy the Netgear FS605 switch which you proposed in your first post . . .
And also do I need to unlock or do anything to it for it to work with my BT home broadband.
No, absolutely nothing should need to be done. If you should need help in making any adjustments to it for usage on your own LAN (and here I stress I am not referring to obtaining an Internet connection -- I've just refuted that in the immediate prior sentence :D ), then there are many people here who can offer guidance. ;)