This article explains how to build lan network. A lan network is typically used in a office or home network. It can be a combination of wired and wireless users. This solution explains how you can build a wired LAN network.
How to setup a wired LAN network
The first step to setup a wired LAN network is to identify the number of users on the network. Based on this number we would need to purchase ethernet switches.
For example , you would need a 24 port switch for accomodating users less than 24. The NETGEAR 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS324) is a great choice for 24 port switch.
If the number of users is less than 48, you would need a 48 port switch. The NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) is a great choice for a 48 port switch.
Once the number of users are identified, you would need to configure the IP address for users on the network. For example, if there are 40 users, you can configure the IP address for users from 192.168.1.1 – 192.168.1.40.
The computers and systems can be connected to ports on the switch using network cables.
How to setup lan network for gaming
To setup a LAN network for gaming, you would need a gaming router for wifi gaming and a switch which supports QOS. A gaming router would ensure that you get the best performance for gaming on a network. If you are not using a router, but only a switch, you would need to purchase a switch which has support for QOS.
QOS would ensure that you can prioritize traffic based on requirements. Gaming traffic can be configured for higher priority over other traffic.
The TP-Link AX6600 WiFi 6 Gaming Router (Archer GX90) is a great choice for a gaming router.
The TP-Link 24 Port Gigabit Switch Easy Smart Managed Plug & Play Desktop/Rackmount is a great choice for a switch with QOS feature.
How to setup lan with router
A router is setup on the LAN predominantly for internet connection. To setup LAN with the router, you would need to connect the router to the switch. Any LAN port on the router can be connected to the switch. The IP address of the LAN port on the router should be configured with any IP address provided in the above range.
The preferred IP address that can be configured on the router is 192.168.1.1. Every PC and device on the network has to be configured with the default gateway and DNS server IP address for internet connection. This has to be the IP address of the router, which in this case is 192.168.1.1.
The IP address can be allocated statically or dynamically using the DHCP server on the router. DHCP servers are always the preferred way of allocating IP address.
How to setup a LAN network between two computers
To setup a Lan network between two computers, you need a 5 port switch. The two computers can be connected to the ports on the switch with network cables and IP address configured in the range as explained above.
The NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS305) is a great choice for a 5 port switch.