Basic switch....should I upgrade?

@antigrunge2  @melm & @audphile1 I did ground the etherREGEN and the PSU to my streamer (both having ground screws) with some scrap 12G wire and I'm surprised how more holographic sound is. It's like my speakers took growth hormones. My holographic cherry has been popped. Thanks gents.

I chucked my poor switch and use only the etherREGEN. As tempting as a Network Acoustics Eno or Moun would be that would require a switch.

If it ain't broke don't fix it.... unless you're an audiophile. Right? 

@sns 

People should concentrate more on feeds directly out of modems. This is most common weak link I see...

I have tried to address the situation.

I have my modem attached to a modded Cisco 2960 switch. Then (Cat5?) ethernet cable running 10m (can't replace this cable unfortunately) to an ethernet outlet. 

Have a Lan isolator connected to the outlet to a modded Cisco SG110D switch, then another Lan isolator connected to streamer.

That may address some of the issues.

@wsrrsw that’s awesome to hear! 
I would not change anything at this point. Just make sure you use the best Ethernet cable between the EtherREGEN and the streamer. 

@wsrrsw,

Glad to hear it‘s working. Although it sounds like overkill, I use an Ethernet isolator (EMO EN70-HD) directly at the streamer for good effect (l.e. after the Etherregen‘s moat) Don‘t know why but it works a treat. If you want to go further in overkill tape 2 AAA Bateeries parallel to the cable into the streamer with the + pole pointing to the streamer. (again, don‘t ask me why, but it works)

I also highly recommend an Intona Isolator on the USB connection.

Digital transmission is anything but sorted and mature. It takes lots and trial and error.

@antigrunge2

Your Ethernet reminds me of old corroded water line that is held together with so many patches to prevent water leaks and contamination 😂 🤣