NEW Sub $69 Fanless 2.5GbE Switches with 10GbE

We take a look at 9x sub $100 2.5GbE and SFP+ 10GbE switch options and find one model produced by at least two vendors to be disruptive. We also have fanless PoE+ options, options with just 2.5GbE. The best part is that these switches range from about $50 to $100 making them relatively affordable.

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Timestamps
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00:00 Introduction
01:24 5x 2.5GbE TP-Link TL-SE1005M
03:15 4x 2.5GbE 2x 10GbE YuanLey YS25-0402
05:04 4x 2.5GbE 2x 10GbE Davuaz Da-K6402W
05:48 4x 2.5GbE 2x 10GbE Vimin VM-S250402
07:21 5x 2.5GbE 1x 10GbE Sodola SL-SWTG015AS
09:08 5x 2.5GbE 1x 10GbE MokerLink 2G05110
10:12 8-port 2.5GbE 1x 10GbE YuanLey YS25-0801
11:22 8-port 2.5GbE 1x 10GbE Davuaz Da-K9801W
12:03 8-port 2.5GbE PoE+ Sodola SL-SGT108-P
13:12 Key Lessons Learned and Switch Recommendations
15:29 Wrap-up

[be-kind]

Thanks for what you do! Can you please start doing a regular session on managed switches with 2.5, 10, and poe++? I think a lot of us need these for dual 10g nas ports and powering those power hungry 6e AP's. Anyone else agree?

[SweBeach]

It's crazy how long 1Gb has been the standard.

[Centurion]

It's not uncommon for manufacturers to produce a product and then sell it under multiple brand names that compete against each other. Sometimes they will even go so far as to market them to different targets with significantly different prices. I suspect that is the case for some of these such as the Sodola and Mokerlink or the Yuanley and Davuaz.

[SeanHarlow]

I entirely agree with the frustration that major brands aren't offering something like this. I'll probably be ordering one of the 4x2.5+2x10G models soon as it's enough for my immediate needs but I wish someone would offer a switch with 8x 2.5G, 2x 10G, at least four ports of PoE, and basic VLANs. That'd be my perfect desktop switch for now.

[jolness]

The Vimin joke, and especially Patrick’s happiness after was amazing.
Great video, finally may get my server hooked up over 10 gig

[agizm]

I, too, keep hearing the argument that 2.5G shouldn't exist. But as someone who manages networks, 2.5G is awesome because I don't have to rip out 400+ Cat5e cables in multiple buildings.

[leonidy]

Thank you for your work Patrick, and team! You are always so enthusiastic, keep it that way! I moved my home network to 2.5Gbe thanks to your video I randomly came across, now subscribed and looking forward to each new one :-)

[WoobsBallJesse]

Thanks for highlighting these. I'm in the process of doing some upgrades to my networking setup in my apartment and 2.5 gig has been a focus for cost purposes.

[TheBelcherMan]

Just really enjoy, your content. Been a CCIE, for this my 26th year. Don't get to play in this space much and it keeps me grounded.

[xFTW]

I've been running the Vimin variant for over a month now without any issues and its been flawless. That said, there were some small details that I think should be mentioned.. The included AC adapter was an extremely cheap phone style block with a USB type A ouput to barrel output that looked like a fire hazard. The Mokerlnk adapter (also purchased the 5x2.5 1x10G) was a little more reassuring looking. Also, when powered the Vimin has a blinking green LED on the interior that is bright enough to be seen through the chasis and the front ports, and has no relation to operation. Opened my unit and stuck a small piece of cardboard to minimize the light show.

[complexity]

I'm commenting just to show my support of this channel. Good stuff, and I end up buying stuff that I think comes from this guy. Its hard to find fellow enterprise guys that I can listen to for entertainment.

[johngalea]

Another great article. What I would find helpful, and maybe you've already done it and I'm just not seeing it, is a guide to what would then plug into the SFP port, which transceiver, which card, and then which cable. Thanks again for helping really clarify the myriad of offerings out there!

[The_Thinkr]

Vimin Switch: The VLan switch ensures that Ports 1-4 cannot communicate with each other but with ports 5&6 (to separate networks).

[zackkoukios]

I literally just received the 9 port YuanLey model w/ PoE+ from Amazon yesterday. I didn't see it in any roundup from STH at the time of purchase but figured $130 for 8 2.5G ports with PoE+ and SFP+ was too good to pass up. It's been working great so far and is perfect for those of us running 2.5GbE capable APs. I'm getting well above 1 Gig transfer rates to my NAS from WIRELESS devices! Wireless! Consider me blown away. It sure beats dropping the $479 Ubiquiti wants for their 8 port 2.5GbE PoE switch.

[joansparky]

I also got the 2x 10Gb SFP+ 4x 2.5GbE ( 3:17 ) for being the middle node with having two 1x 10Gb SFP+ 8x 2.5GbE ( 7:42 ) connected to the node via 850nm fiber. Should be good enough for a simple home network without a need for several VLANS and other gimmicks I have no use nor interest in maintaining.

[UltimateTechHub]

It's pretty amazing how cheap these 2.5gbe switches are getting. Probably better to buy a mid range priced switch since its probably built with better parts and chassis. Heat is my main issue since my Network Panel is jammed packed with about a dozen devices! Great video brother.

[jeremyjedynak]

Thanks for covering these devices!

The PCBs appear small enough that a manufacturer could make Ethernet Switch Card in PCIe form factor, where the host could have a dedicated port via the PCIe connection and even a second management over PCIe for managed variants of such cards.

[nickpage]

The 8-port version of the Sodola SL-SWTG015AS (called 8X2.5G+10G SFP on AZ) is currently only $99, I bought one about five months ago and it has been working fine so far. I think it's worth mentioning because you posted the Sodola SL-SGT108-P which is currently around $95 and for about the same price, you can get the same switch but with an added 10GbE SFP+. If people "don't need" the SFP+ then just save the $4 but, with a .5m DAC cable only like $9, it's a great way to uplink switches like these together.

[rockking]

Here I am excited mikrotik announced the CRS310-8G+2S+ switch yesterday

[gerryrozema]

I’ve got the vimin 4+2 with Poe. If you turn on the vlan switch the 4 Ethernet ports are isolated but they all trunk onto the sfp