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10GbE Networks can create a sense of freedom once all the components within your network are synchronizing harmoniously. How do we get to this point and what do we actually need to purchase to get 10 GbE functionality? Most tutorials on the subject are complicated and they could take a long time to work through.

Get ready for a power session like no other.

We will unbox a neat and well priced managed 10 GbE switch, the Ubiquiti Flex XG, and create a simple 10 GbE Network that will consist of 5 different hardware items:

A Ubiquiti 10GbE PoE Managed 4 Port Switch (USW-FLEX-XG)
HP Z840 Workstation (the main work machine)
HP Z420 Workstation (Custom NAS)
CAT6A / CAT7 Ethernet cable
And two Intel X540-T2 10GbE Network Interface Cards (NICs)

The Ubiquiti Flex XG is a powerful and versatile 10GbE switch that's designed for small to medium-sized businesses. The switch comes with everything we need to get started: the switch itself, a power supply and cable, a mounting kit, and some screws. The Flex XG switch has 4x 10GbE ports and 1x 1GbE ports, making it a great option for businesses that require high-speed data transfer. The Flex XG also features advanced security and management features, such as VLAN support and SNMP monitoring, which can help to keep your network running smoothly.

Video INDEX:

0:00 Intro (10GbE Relevance)
0:18 Components needed
0:29 Ethernet cable Data Table (Pause to view)
0:31 Sample Speeds
0:45 Storage Drive Speed Limits
1:03 10GbE Benefits
1:24 Unboxing and Specifications of Ubiquiti 10GbE PoE Managed 4 Port Switch (USW-FLEX-XG)
2:09 Solid alternative 10 GbE Switches (Pause to view)
3:25 Power supply
4:18 Management Portal (Brief Overview / Setup)
5:45 UniFi Network Application (Pause to view)
5:09 10GbE Speed Testing (From HP Z840 Workstation to UniFi 10GbE Switch to Z420 TrueNAS Server)
5:10 TrueNAS Features (ARC and L2ARC)
5:38 iPerf3 Sample Speed Test (Not quite 10 GbE yet!)

Stay tuned for future tutorials on each of these:

HP Z420 10GbE PCIe Card Installation : Intel X540-T2 DB2 NIC
UPS - Do you need one? Entry vs Mid Range vs Upper End. Which one do you need?

Database for Workstation Upgrades: https://www.reddit.com/r/HSpecWorkstations/

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