Sl33py
Well-Known Member
I need to help a customer expand there current network They want to add another 24 ports in a outbuilding
They have a server that runs Centos. There are 2 x 24port Net Gear GS724T switches everything is connected with CAT5 cables or patch leads. The switches are not configured
Can I use CAT5 for the backbone between the buildings (25m) ? Should I invest in fiber optic links between the switches? They dont mind spending money (with in reason) but at the end of the day it all runs to a 1000mbs connection on the server. The server is mainly for file sharing of office documents.
I have to purchase another 24 or 48 port switch and a wireless ap for the out building.
What is the ideal set-up on the hardware side for about 70 devices.?
Thanks
They have a server that runs Centos. There are 2 x 24port Net Gear GS724T switches everything is connected with CAT5 cables or patch leads. The switches are not configured
Can I use CAT5 for the backbone between the buildings (25m) ? Should I invest in fiber optic links between the switches? They dont mind spending money (with in reason) but at the end of the day it all runs to a 1000mbs connection on the server. The server is mainly for file sharing of office documents.
I have to purchase another 24 or 48 port switch and a wireless ap for the out building.
What is the ideal set-up on the hardware side for about 70 devices.?
Thanks