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Basic switch....should I upgrade?

I'm using a D-Link switch into a EtherRegen (with an AfterDark PSU & Clock) via a Signature Ethernet Cable. Coming out of the EtherRegen I use a basic fiber optic cable into my streamer. (All connects/cables not mentioned are upgraded.)

Simply put, should I upgrade the switch or does the fantastic EtherRegen clean up the switch's audio shortcomings?

Please don't tell me to get a TT!  

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boxer12
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@wsrrsw - Thanks for the response

boxer12
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@wsrrsw - Interesting... I got a nice boost in SQ when going with fiber. What brand & length of ethernet cable before & after the EtherRegen are you using? 

boxer12
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I've been following the advice of @melm, ​​@dbb, & @sns  with streaming improvements & it's been VERY beneficial. 

  • D-Link DGS105 switch (with ifi iPower X power supply 5v)
  • AQ Pearl Ethernet cables 
  • Fiber Patch Cable (30')
  • 2 Ethernet to Fiber converters (both with ifi iPower X power supplies 5v)
  • Linear Power Supply to streamer (I went with Nuprime LPS-212)

 

The cost to improvement ratio has been a bargain.

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