RESOLVED (was: acceptable network switch (aka Linksys produces birdies))

[John Shadle]

I don't want to say it was the Linksys network switch -- but "it was the
Linksys network switch".

Just replaced it with a Netgear switch with a metal enclosure (GS305, for
those keeping score at home). Plugged it in, plugged in the network devices
(VoIP phone, laptop), and went downstairs to scan the bands for potential
issues. The Linksys, as you may remember, produced noise every 30kHz or so
on 40m (worst) and also on other bands. It was S9+ noise. Really
irritating. The Netgear produces no such noise on 40m or any other band
that I can discern.

So, it's nice to have this resolved without having to re-wire the entire
house or search out another part to replace. :-)

Thanks for all of your help -- and I highly recommend the Netgear GS305 if
you are looking for a 5 port network switch!

73
-john NE4U
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[K4YJJ]

I use the Netgear GS108 switch with similar results — not aware of any noise.  It has been installed for over a year.

Bill  k4yjj

> On Feb 20, 2016, at 9:37 PM, John Shadle <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> I don't want to say it was the Linksys network switch -- but "it was the
> Linksys network switch".
>
> Just replaced it with a Netgear switch with a metal enclosure (GS305, for
> those keeping score at home). Plugged it in, plugged in the network devices
> (VoIP phone, laptop), and went downstairs to scan the bands for potential
> issues. The Linksys, as you may remember, produced noise every 30kHz or so
> on 40m (worst) and also on other bands. It was S9+ noise. Really
> irritating. The Netgear produces no such noise on 40m or any other band
> that I can discern.
>
> So, it's nice to have this resolved without having to re-wire the entire
> house or search out another part to replace. :-)
>
> Thanks for all of your help -- and I highly recommend the Netgear GS305 if
> you are looking for a 5 port network switch!
>
> 73
> -john NE4U
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