What are the advantages and disadvantages of non managed switches?
When it comes to unmanaged switches, there are both advantages and disadvantages.
advantage
Non managed switches include:
The price is cheap, making it a suitable choice for beginners in the field of network fundamentals.
Easy to install. In most cases, they are simple plug and play devices that anyone can install.
Easy to use, no need for active monitoring
shortcoming
Unmanaged Switch:
Does not provide a method for monitoring network traffic
No advanced features required for intelligence or large networks
There are no management options for IoT devices on the network:
Does your smart home network really need to manage switches?
There are six main reasons why we recommend using a management switch for your smart home network.
1. The management network switch can easily integrate multiple IoT devices into the smart home network without threatening the device or network performance.
2. By managing the switch, the operation of the device can be controlled. For example, if you have advanced technology such as voice commands, a management switch can allow you to control the temperature in your home, turn off and on kitchen equipment, lights, computers, etc.
3. The management switch supports the LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol) protocol. During periods of high network traffic, this protocol can effectively allocate data load and increase bandwidth by aggregating physical links.
4. All smart homes are facing the threat of network attacks. The managed switch provides protection for intruders through the ACL (Access Control List) function, which can prevent unauthorized access, thus protecting the data and activities of the smart home network.
5. Managing VLAN characteristics in network switches helps with network traffic allocation. Even if all your devices are activated at the same time, blocked traffic will not become a problem.
When there is excessive traffic or other technical issues, Ethernet may malfunction. If a failure occurs, the managed switch has RSTP, which reduces system downtime by providing alternative paths for data traffic.
Do managed switches have any drawbacks?
When deciding whether your smart home needs to manage switches, there are some negative factors to consider. Manage switches:
It's expensive
There are complex setup procedures
Spend some time and effort installing
May require assistance from network or IT professionals
Other common questions
Are managed switches faster than non managed switches?
The short answer is no. There is no fundamental difference in speed between managed and unmanaged switches. However, it is worth noting that managing switches provides better overall network performance, which often increases speed in the long run.
