Gaming set up advice

[Stretch79]

It'll work fine, but honestly just get a switch.

Either
TP-Link LS1005G
https://www.amazon.co.uk/TP-Link-LS1005G-Wallmount-Ethernet-Splitter/dp/B07VWB347G/Or the Mercusys version (same company as TP-Link)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/MERCUSYS-MS105G-5-Port-1000Mbps-Desktop/dp/B086TM63X5/
I'm assuming that is just a WiFi AP you have but used in reverse, I have some newer models and actually use in a similar method at my in-laws for their old YouViewbox


Then put that black wire into it the switch, then two other ethernet cables for the PS's
And it'll just work.

The advantage of this is that if you run wire down from the Router in future you only need one wire, stick it into the switch/hub.
You can then actually reverse that AP and use it as an WiFi extender rather than the Bridge it is now if you wish.
Saving money in the long run.

You can also get 8port version for a few pounds more.

Many thanks for that fluffy.

I’ve always been a bit dubious of switches, as I’ve had them before and they seem a bit touchy at times and gave one system priority rather than a pure 50/50 kind of thing but I’ll look at them now.

 

[Stretch79]

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Future setup, AP optional.
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First one is what I have yes.

Second option wired is what I would prefer. Better signals and less interference.
I need to get my tools out but can’t be arsed

 

[FluffyChicken]

Many thanks for that fluffy.

I’ve always been a bit dubious of switches, as I’ve had them before and they seem a bit touchy at times and gave one system priority rather than a pure 50/50 kind of thing but I’ll look at them now.

Switches should never do that unless it's a clever one and has QoS and everything down the line does.
These are gigabit now though so probably faster than your Internet or as fast as.
I'm running two of them (the Mercusys version, 8port) with my main small home servers for various things, computers, TVs, kids game devices, IoT, Deco mesh (WiFi/wired) along with other cheap network stuff.
About 70-75 devices run through them in various ways with no problems. Fit and forget.
Go for it, it's better in the long run as you'll need it anyway.

Alternative is powerline, which I only removed when I went with a deco mesh and ethernet and WiFi connections.
But your tools out.

 

[Stretch79]

Switches should never do that unless it's a clever one and has QoS and everything down the line does.
These are gigabit now though so probably faster than your Internet or as fast as.
I'm running two of them (the Mercusys version, 8port) with my main small home servers for various things, computers, TVs, kids game devices, IoT, Deco mesh (WiFi/wired) along with other cheap network stuff.
About 70-75 devices run through them in various ways with no problems. Fit and forget.
Go for it, it's better in the long run as you'll need it anyway.

Alternative is powerline, which I only removed when I went with a deco mesh and ethernet and WiFi connections.
But your tools out.

Awesome. Many thanks. I’ll do your route.
Best blow the cobwebs off the tools