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Use a level 2+ or a level 3 switch and use the switch to define the bandwidth allowed on each port. &nbsp;Check the product specifications to ensure it allows you to define the bandwidth and other parameters you want by port. I know NetGear (others as well I'm assuming) make economical 16 port models that can do this.
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Use a level 2+ or a level 3 switch and use the switch to define the bandwidth allowed on each port.  Check the product specifications to ensure it allows you to define the bandwidth and other parameters you want by port. I know NetGear (others as well I'm assuming) make economical 16 port models that can do this.

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Hi <br />
I need to set up a physical test environment so we can test the effects of different connection speeds and latencies. I have a two workstation network printers and a network scanner. Can anyone suggest the best way to go about setting this up?<br />
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cheers
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Hi 
I need to set up a physical test environment so we can test the effects of different connection speeds and latencies. I have a two workstation network printers and a network scanner. Can anyone suggest the best way to go about setting this up?

cheers

Speed and latency test environment

Networking is the process of connecting computing devices, peripherals and terminals together through a system that uses wiring, cabling or radio waves that enable their users to communicate, share information and interact over distances. Often associated are issues regarding operating systems, hardware and equipment, cloud and virtual networking, protocols, architecture, storage and management.

Networking

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Network Architecture

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