Looks like you have more than enough invested in the journey at this point. I’d concentrate more on the destination now and put the funds towards a better streamer.
Network/Ethernet Improvements Suggestions
Hi guys,
I've been thinking about upgrading my streamer (Innuos Zen Mini mkiii w/Innuos PSU), but was thinking I could, maybe should look at/take care of the network side of things first.
At the moment, my streamer is fed as follows;
- ISP Modem -> TP Link Archer Router
- Router -> Cat 6 shielded ethernet from living room into listening room
- Cat 6 -> TP Link media converters, Ethernet -> Optical -> Ethernet (2nd converter powered by an ifi Power 2 plug)
- DH Labs Ethernet Cable to regular consumer network switch w/ifi Power 2 plug (suggested by the chap at Network Acoustics whose name escapes me)
- Network switch to Network Acoustics Eno, fed by Network Acoustics ethernet cable
- Network Acoustics Eno to Innuos Zen Mini mkiii
My first instinct is to swap out the regular consumer switch for something like the LHY-SW8 switch, but any suggestions to the contrary, or additional measures would be welcome.
Thanks guys 👍