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Network optimization for serious streamers
@pokey77 thanks for the input. I was hoping for a slam dunk with the supra. I am going from router to switch. Any forward motion with the power supplies?   
Network optimization for serious streamers
I guess it is just human nature that when something new and unexpected gets reported anger, laziness, and opinions on why it cannot be true surface first. Yes ethernet signals flow both ways, but does that mean that one installation is not superio... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
Wintry mix today. Let’s do some testing. I can’t remember where I read this recently, maybe in this thread. No matter. It was reported that the ethernet cable direction makes a difference. My findings : definitely!!!!! Test piece : Qobuz stream... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
@pokey77 I am glad to be in the loop. Let me know when someone moves forward and what they experienced. Today I tested my Y-splitter and it fit both the router and ONT perfectly. This is the last thing for me to explore in my system. Everything I ... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
@pokey77 Hey guys, I use ATT. The router uses 12v 3A so my plan is iFi iPower Elite Power Supply. The ONT is in the house above the baseboard and the accompanying SMPS is rated 12v .6A so my plan is iFi iPower X Ultra Low Noise AC/DC Power Sup... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
Hello guys. Any gals? 1. As is often the case, a system improvement can create wonderful repercussions throughout a system. I reported removing the optical filter from my network. In doing so I removed two FMCs, a FO cable, LPS and PC. I would li... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
@erik_squires "If you are using Ethernet in the home, and you have ANY packet loss or retransmissions you have a serious issue." Would you clarify what you mean? Occasionally when listening to Qobuz over my 100% wired ethernet the music will pa... 
Looking For 18awg Audiophile Power Cable Options
@acar83 I own a Benchmark LA4 and DAC3B. They came with 18AWG power chords that they claim are the best they have been able to find. I tried the 14AWG chords that I use on other components and went back to their outstanding recommendation and coul... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
The entry from me that follows is mostly a repeat of yesterdays post with one spelling correction, some clearer grammar, and slight content changes, in the attempt to be maximally clear and useful. This is my present understanding of the subject. ... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
This is an update of previous posts on this thread. I hope you are up to it. Please bear with me. Let me share my journey tweaking my streaming network that I built around a Small Green Computer bundle. Back when I initially set up this configura... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
@jerryg123  I am getting ready to pull the trigger on this combo. I am in a little over my head. Would you please give look and relay any advice? Will this get me to where I want to go? Many thanks! Zyxel Multi-Gig 12-Port Unmanaged Switch with ... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
@thyname I have ATT  
Network optimization for serious streamers
@agisthos  Thanks. I have three iFi Power X in my system at this point, one each for my two phono preamps and one for my ethernet switch. I am in love with their performance. It was my plan to use another for the ONT. However, the router needs thr... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
@sns LPS = number 3 in this case. Limited Power Source  
Network optimization for serious streamers
@sns Well, it has been a week since implementing the WIFI tweak. Thanks again sns, BRILLIANT! And once again I declared that I am done optimizing my network system. The sound is truly "there" and have I have spent the week listening 97.5% to Qob...