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Best Server To Run Roon Core

Hi Folks,

I don’t currently run ROON, but would like to begin correctly in order to give it a chance - and I understand that server (hardware) on which Roon core is installed is important for SQ (due to noise reduction and other factors).

What are the best hardware for SQ and usability where ROON core should be installed and why (be it audiophile dedicated servers or modified PCs)? Please comment on the rest of your setup for context if you could.

Thank you in advance.


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jaytor
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It should be placed between your router and Nucleus.
Hmm... I had better luck putting my EtherRegen between my server and my streamer when I was using a streamer. Since @decathlon1991 is using the Cary as the streamer, I'd recommend trying it in both places. And you could consider getting two ethernet filters and using them in both places.
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I was just going by what the ENO manufacturer says on their website:

"A unique (patent pending) passive filtering system which plugs in between your network switch or router, and your streaming device."


AFAIK, EtherRegen is not passive but I could be wrong. Either way, I'd go with what the creator of the product recommends before experimenting with a different setup.
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In @decathlon1991 's case, the Nucleus is not the streamer. It is another source of data. I think the primary goal is to remove any noise on the ethernet signal before it reaches the streamer, and this includes noise introduced by the Roon core. 

But it's worth trying it in both locations to see what works best. 
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@  decathlon1991
Your question : " So my question is will the ENO Ethernet Filter Ag or the EtherRegen be placed from the Router to the Roon Nucleus or from the the Roon Nucleus to the Cary? "

I use the EtherRegen immediately in front of the streamer(s).
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If you have a streamer and a server (two separate units): put the first good Ethernet Switch or Filter in front of the streamer. If you have two of these Switches or Filters.... well, you know what to do.
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