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Subject: Re: OT: Does a low-cost, reliable switch exist?
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On 7/14/07, Modulok <modulok@gmail.com> wrote:
<snip rantage>
> I just need something stable enough that I can catch some
> sleep without this re-occurring nightmare.
>
> Is there hope? Thoughts? Suggestions?
> -Modulok-

Look at eBay for a used 24 port HP switch. They are reliable, and the
lifetime warranty doesn't go away because you bought it used. They
have serial console ports. In particular, take a look at the ProCurve
2510-24.