Guys, I need you to recommend a hub for my game systems ... (1 Viewer)

[Frederick]

I don't know if this is a PC question or a gaming hardware question, but I'm going to post it here because it's about hooking my game systems up to my router ...

I currently have a 4-port router, of which 3 ports are being used 2 PC's and a laptop. I'm going to go broadband on my PS2, XBox and GameCube, so I'm going to need a hub because I only have one free port left. Can any of you guys recommend an inexpensive hub to use?


Freddy C.

 

[Dave Sabo]

I'm using a Netgear hub myself... nothing special, was priced right and has worked flawlessly for me. I'm using this one currently along with my Linksys router.
If you're looking for something with a little growing room you could go with the 8 port version, buy.com has it for $56.05 here.
Both of those models have an uplink.
Of course there's probably nothing wrong with the Lynksys ones either if you're concerned whether they match cosmetically or not. I think they even have a 5port hub that looks just like the router.

 

[Frederick]

Cool. The Netgear one looks like exactly what I need. I'm just going to use it for gaming. Thanx, Dave ...



Freddy C.

 

[GlenHaag]

Linksys is also a good brand for an affordable price.

But, you can't go wrong with Netgear either.

Glen

 

[BrianB]

I've got a little 4 port netgear router, had zero troubles with it.

 

[Kelley_B]

I use Netgear, had too many weird issues with Linksys.

Also I would recommend spending a little bit more and getting a switch instead of a hub.

 

[Frederick]

Well, my router is a Linksys, and I've had zero problems from it. But Kelly, why would you recommend a switch instead of a hub?


Freddy C.

 

[DonRoeber]

Generally, a switch is a better because it creates a seperate path for each datastream. However, you're never going to run into a problem using a hub,becuase your data rates are so low, and the chances are miniscule that you'll be using more than two ports at any given time. Save your money, go with the hub.

I always prefer Netgear products to Linksys. I've had too many Linksys quirks to deal with. However, Netgear doesn't yet make anything like the WET11, which I'm going to use when it's time to put my consoles on the network.

 

[AllanN]

Well, my router is a Linksys, and I've had zero problems from it. But Kelly, why would you recommend a switch instead of a hub?

I know im not Kelly. But my opinion is to spend the little extra and get a switch.

 

[Oscar Saenz]

I currently use this switcher from NetGear and have not had any problems. I have my Dreamcast, XBox, GCN, and PS2 hooked up to the switcher which is hooked up to my Linksys Router. So far, so good...

 

[Masood Ali]

I just bought a 5-port 10/100 Switch (Linksys), mated to my 4-port Netgear router, and both work flawlessly with each other.

I normally recommend Netgear exclusively for routers, but for switches and hubs, you won't notice a difference either way.

 

[James St]

I have a Linksys 10/100 5 port switcher (EZXS55W Ver. 2) in my living room as well. It has worked flawlessly for me.