6 Port 2.5G Unmanaged Ethernet Switch, 4 x 2.5G Base-T Ports, 2 x 10G SFP, Compatible with 100/1000/2500Mbps, VLAN, Fanless, Desktop/Wall Mount YuanLey 2.5Gbe Network Switch for Wireless AP, NAS, PC

I bought this to terminate the upstairs end of an optical fiber (Using a cheap 10GBase-SR SFP+) between the upstairs and downstairs of my AZ home. I wanted optical fiber because my connection is up/down and in AZ the induced surge in copper Ethernet from nearby (~ 1 mile) lightning strikes has twice blown out simple Ethernet switches.I knew with only a 1Gbps internet connection into my home it would be over-kill for bandwidth but I wanted to be ready for full-duplex fiber arriving one day. I had not appreciated the improvement in subjective LAN behavior brought by the lower latencies introduced by the fast buffer movements in my switches though. I do move large video files and Linux distribution ISOs around my network and now regularly see 600MBps (disk limited) transfers, and 150MBps for thousands of small files too. Very happy.This switch is quiet (fanless), runs cool, is so far reliable, and fast. The fabric is able to keep up with multiple 10GbE flows so it checks all of my needs, even the ones I had not realized before purchase.It does accept off-brand (cheap) SFP+.Recommended.

Seems to be a solid switch with a metal case. Setup was easy - I was literally up and running in 2 minutes. 2.5GB ports took slightly longer to negotiate than 1GB ports but all ports negotiated to the correct speed/duplex within a few seconds. I do not have any 10GB devices to test the SFP+ ports. Traffic seems to be flowing properly with no errors detected. Being significantly less expensive than competing products, I'll have to wait and see how it withstands the test of time but my initial experience and impressions have been excellent.

works great. plug it into your 2.5GB capable router and split it off to other pcs. Also has 2 SFP+ ports for high speed LAN between 2 pcs on home network. SFP+ 10gig card 40$ SFP+ transceiver 12$ 8$ for lc to lc multimode fiber cable. If you have multiple pcs that sends data backs and forth this is the ultimate setup on buget. 10gb copper is good but those components cost much more.After a few days of use I have come to realize the SFP transceiver gets very warm when in the switch. I put a small desk fan set on low to move a little air into the vent holes o one side of switch and out the other side. this helped tremendously. SFP+ transceiver is a 10gtek

Why did you pick this product vs others?:After reviewing several similar products, it came down to value for money and ease of use... not a hard choice.

It works great when it's up and running. However, it has one major flaw. When it's sitting for a long time, it just stops working and must be restarted. Until I unplug it and plug it back in, it won't pass traffic. It gets pretty warm to the touch, and I think maybe it is overheating?? I don't hear the sound of a fan, but I'm not sure if it has an internal fan anyway.So, bottom line, it works, but it's unreliable in this current state. I will admit, that it is completely possible I just got a dud, but since it will not permanently fail, I don't know if its a problem with this model or just an unlucky lemon. I was really worried about buying a bargain switch for this reason.If it continues I'm going to return it. I'm giving it the benefit of a "break in" period.

Ahoy, digital navigators and cyber sailors! Gather 'round as I unfold the epic saga of the 6-Port 2.5G Unmanaged Ethernet Switch – the networking hero that turns the mundane world of data transfer into a comedy spectacle. Get ready for a voyage through the seas of connectivity, where laughter and high-speed data collide in a technological symphony!First and foremost, let's talk about the physical prowess of this networking maestro. It's not just a switch; it's a sleek and compact commander of the digital waves. Picture this – your desk transforms into a networking stage, and the 6-Port switch takes the spotlight with the flair of a cyber magician. Abracadabra, and your devices are connected in a blink!Now, onto the comedy routine – the 4 x 2.5G Base-T Ports that turn your data highway into a stand-up special. Four ports, each with the energy of a caffeinated tech comedian, ready to entertain your devices with lightning-fast data exchanges. It's like a networking comedy club, where your gadgets share jokes and memes in the language of binary banter. Who knew data transfer could be this hilarious?But the real star of the show is the 2.5G speed – it's not just fast, it's the Usain Bolt of data sprinting. Your files don't just transfer; they zip through the digital realm with the speed of a superhero on caffeine. The 6-Port switch is the traffic cop, managing the data flow like a maestro conducting a symphony of high-speed harmony.And the laughs keep coming – the unmanaged feature is like having a tech-savvy stand-up comedian who knows how to keep things simple. No complex configurations or networking acrobatics, just plug in and let the comedic connectivity begin. It's networking for the people, by the people, and of course, for the gadgets!In conclusion, dear tech enthusiasts, the 6-Port 2.5G Unmanaged Ethernet Switch is not just a switch – it's a networking spectacle, a data comedy club, and a high-speed extravaganza. So, plug in, connect your devices, and let the laughter flow as your data speeds through the cyber lanes, courtesy of the 6-Port switch – the comedic maestro of networking excellence!