Re: [cobalt-users] D-Link and RaQ4 question

[Jeff Lasman <jblists@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Bob G7 wrote:

> OK, now the BIG question sort of, can anyone recommend a good, but fair
> priced four port switch? I would assume it needs at least 1 port for the DSL
> modem to connect (WAN?) and 4 ports for the server and pc's. There are so
> many to choose from, I think the input from others will make the decision a
> little easier.

If I was going to the Pomona Computer Fair today I could pick one up
under us$50.  You need as many ports as you have computers plus one for
the "modem".  The one for the "modem" should have an "uplink" button, to
switch between "uplink" and regular modes; most modem's I've seen need
the "uplink" mode.

D-Link makes some nice ones; I'd probably end up with a D-Link at the
Computer Fair.  If you have a choice, you might consider that SMC
(makers of the Barricade) has 24/7 tech support with knowledgeable
people on duty at all hours.

Jeff
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