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?

  • Fiosguy1@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Your ISP will likely be installing a ONT plus a router or an ONT/router combo unit. If it only has one LAN port you just need to purchase a ethernet switch. The router or ONT/ router combo they install will handle the DHCP. I honestly never heard of an ISP not providing some sort or device without a routing function. Who is the ISP?