Thanks for the info

Yep someone earlier on this thread mentioned a "rule of 5" so you`ve just confirmed what I suspected

Does anyone know if "unmanaged" switches are all I require? I imagine they are as the router at source will be the "master" with DHCP enabled which will distribute IP addresses and as such only simple unmanaged switches will suffice.......?

You're safe with unmanaged. Part of the job of a switch is to sort out the routing - as opposed to hubs which simply broadcast to all devices regardless.

You're safe with unmanaged. Part of the job of a switch is to sort out the routing - as opposed to hubs which simply broadcast to all devices regardless.

Sounds good

Has anyone used these? Would these be suitable for my application?

Is there any advantage to using Gigabit switches? Or is it pointless overkill considering it will be cabled in CAT5E?

They will do, and for what its worth I run a TP Link Router at home that has been very reliable.

Gigabit will run over Cat5E, chances are it will be overkill in your situation unless the cameras are high megapixel units

They will do, and for what its worth I run a TP Link Router at home that has been very reliable.

Gigabit will run over Cat5E, chances are it will be overkill in your situation unless the cameras are high megapixel units

Breff, its always good to hear positive comments about a brand you havent had any experience with before taking the plunge, even though they aint expensive its just the hassle factor of getting replacements if they turn out to be junk

Take a look at Milestone - integrates with Net2 as well to pull up cctv as people go through net2 controlled doors.

Take a look at Milestone - integrates with Net2 as well to pull up cctv as people go through net2 controlled doors.

Do you get commison for mentioning them?

Nope, sadly not