10 Gb/s vs 1 Gb/s NAS port

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True 10G protocol (Device needs to report that it is running port at 10G) provides that extra jitter reduction that may well translate in favor of better sound, especially considering that you are connecting a Roon core which can be very jitter inducing. I find the decision very easy in my setup. 10G.

[SQFIRST]

It is a surprisingly still hidden aspect. Doesn't hurt to reiterate in case it helps.

[SQFIRST]

I believe the jitter related improvements introduced in the 10G protocol is what makes the biggest difference for audio. As Ericuco mentioned, there is a lot of coverage on those other threads and I am just a happy customer not the expert.  Do you already have any 10G networking in place?

[SQFIRST]

Definitely worth a try. The qnap port is a 10gbe nbase-t which means it supports multiple speeds, however, whether the internal circuit chooses to use the 10g related process is not clear. 

If you are familiar with Roon server related jitter issues then it is easy to tell when the issues are not present. More than likely if both ports sound the same then the 10G port is not utilizing the higher protocol advantages.

To be fully certain you may need a 10G switch or FMC that connects to the 10G port in the NAS.

[SQFIRST]

Good price on that switch. I use a different Mikrotik switch and can confirm that using a 10GBase-T SFP (sfp that accepts ethernet) will use the 10G protocol in the switch. This fits the OP's scenario. 

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2 minutes ago, Markus8 said:

Unfortunately not really. Is there some link etc to get more information about Roon server related jitter issues?

You may already be in good shape if you are satisfied with your Roon sound! This is not something you need a link for but simply check whether you have pulled all your hair out or not :)

 

 

[SQFIRST]

It is clear if one actually uses a 10G connection. There is no confusion once you block server jitter by running the signal through a 10G protocol.

I think the confusion happens when different application approaches are combined for an understanding. 100MB is to the end-point from a controlled and optimized output. 10G can block incoming jitter. There is no need to see both as single solution and each can be correct and useful in its own place. It is up to the individual to decide what is needed and how it best fits their needs.

[SQFIRST]

In your setup, if you are asking for suggestion, the MC220L is what you can try replacing with a 10G as FMC.

[SQFIRST]

You are fine. I didn't mean to disrupt the conversation either and your question regarding feedback was to the OP, which still stands. Since I had recently gone through the experience of 10G improvement, I chimed in, maybe bit too emphatically. Please continue with your research and best regards.