Ethernet patch panel and network switch question

@wtb

Network Acoustics ENO comes with a 30 days money back guarantee. The only way for you to know if adding a ENO provides audible improvements between patch panel and K40 is by trying it. If you don’t hear any audible improvements, send it back. Every system is unique so results from passive filters and switch greatly varies. I would suggest you to try ENO first and then approach the Ethernet switch upgrade. 

IME, fibre optic benefits are not fully realized unless your router and server (K40)  are optimized for optical network. 

Thanks.  I'm going to give it a shot based on everything I've heard on Audiogon so far.  

Bill

+1

I'm going to give it a shot

Given your building’s history and restrictions....

It’s been an issue since I bought the building last year and we still haven’t found an acceptable work around. 

ALL electrical and networking wires are foamed in place.  This has caused problems for us as we can't upgrade anything.

Have you given thought to setting up a Mesh Network? It’s a solution for the audio side (and has broader application if you want it to).

Run a short length of ethernet cable from the Mesh Network Satellite to your K40.

The K40 was one of the options I was considering. It’s a great unit. I have a feeling it’s potential is being hobbled by your current setup.

You can still use the ENO filter after the Satellite, should you want to and should it add to overall performance.

What is a mesh network?

Bill