I have a new high-speed Internet installation coming next week. The provider specifically told me that my package (device) will only have a single 10G Ethernet/LAN port. I’m planing to buy a few more computers and connect them by wired cables (instead of Wifi) to maximize the speed.
If I buy a Hub, will this work?
I found out a Hub does not issue IP addresses. So, will each computer be issued different IP addresses? And, if so, are the IP addresses coming from the device provided by the ISP?
Hubs are old school and outdated. If you’re looking to add more Ethernet ports to your network you need to get a switch.
In your case it seems all the ISP is providing is either an ONT or modem, which means you’ll need a router. Your average home router will typically come with at least 4 Ethernet ports and WiFi. Make sure to get a 10Gbps router to take full advantage of your connection… but they’re not cheap.
You should also get 10G NICs for your PCs but it’s not necessary unless you want a single PC to be able to max out your 10G bandwidth.