switch layer 2 managed

[rds_correia]

Hello,
I'm looking for a 5 or 8-port managed layer 2 switch for a home Gigabit network.
I would need VLAN (and preferably also PoE) support.
My dilemma will be highest Data throughput vs price.
Should I consider the Mikrotik RB250GS? Haven't seen any review for it here at SNB.
What are my options?
Cheers

 

[thiggins]

There are no significant performance differences in unmanaged switches. Buy on the basis of price, vendor preference and warranty.

 

[rds_correia]

Err, i asked for a managed switch.
And i asked if the Mikrotik RB250G, which is a 5 port layer2 managed switch who supports vlans and PoE has a good throughput.
You said that unmanaged can all handle what i need them to do.
So maybe you missed something on my original post.
Nevertheless, great site you've got here.
Thanks for helping me.
Regards.

 

[thiggins]

Sorry. But the answer also applies to low port count L2 managed switches, i.e. no performance difference. Bigger decision factors are features and management interface.

 

[rds_correia]

Thanks for your reply.
So, you say that all low-port-count L2 switches (whether managed or not) have similar throughput.
In that case, what throughput should I expect from a switch such as the RB250?
Sorry for being such a PITA but I really don't want to waste money on something that in the end won't please me .
Regards.

 

[thiggins]

The throughput you get will be limited by the clients, not the switch. Most people see anywhere from 500 - 800 Mbps.

 

[tchr]

There is a tons of reviews on this site about such staff.

Personally, I think that a godd idea to think about this device: http://www.smallnetbuilder.com/lanw...mart-switch-with-2-gigabit-fiber-sfp-reviewed