We connect the TPlink LS1008G / LS1005G switch to 8 computers and transfer data at 16Gps. that’s 1Gbps send and receiving on all 8 network ports.
We use two servers running XCP NG with virtualised windows 10 each machine has a ramdisk and continually copies files from another host to itself.
TPLink LS1008G 8-port Gigabit desktop switch
8-Port 10/100/1000Mbps Desktop Switch 8× 10/100/1000Mbos Auto-Negotiation RJ45 port, supporting Auto-MDI/MDIX Green Ethernet technology saves power IEEE 802.3X flow control provides reliable data transfer Plastic casing, desktop or wall-mounting design Plug and play, no configuration needed Fanless design ensures quiet operation
The TP-Link LiteWave Series Unmanaged Switches provide an easy and affordable way to expand your wired network. They are easy to use and reliable. With these plug-and-play switches, you can expand your network connections to multiple devices instantly. With all ports supporting Auto-MDI/MDIX, there’s no need to worry about the type of cable to use.
Gigabit Ports For Faster Speeds Increase the speed of your network with the LS1008G 8-port Gigabit desktop switch. Non-blocking, 8× 10/100/1000Mbps ports enable instant transferring of large, bandwidth-intensive files without interference.