8+ port router with IP routing for cheap?!

[TrixAreForKids]

My ONLY requirement is to be able to assign IP address's from internet service to computers behind router. That's ONLY requirement, that and at least 8 ports.

Other then that, I'm looking for 16-24 port, with security and price in mind.

I know I can't find this for less then $100 but that'd be nice. Can I find something to satisfy my needs for $150ish?

Most reviews/articles I found seem outdated or for more home based solutions which don't meet my requirments.

Any help?

Thanks!

 

[gunrunnerjohn]

And explain why a SOHO broadband router and a cheap 8 port switch doesn't solve the problem? I presume you are talking about forwarding ports, I don't really understand "be able to assign IP address's from internet service to computers behind router", exactly what are you trying to do?

 

[RhythmAddict]

hmmm...NAT maybe??

just a gues

 

[JackMDS]

Originally posted by: TrixAreForKids
My ONLY requirement is to be able to assign IP address's from internet service to computers behind router. That's ONLY requirement, that and at least 8 ports.

Well take a look at this page you can find a Router and combine it with a Switch for less than $40 shipped. As far as I can see it totaly meets your ONLY REQUIREMENT.

Link to: Inexpensive Network Stuff.

Now, if you are not describing correctly your Requirement we have a PROBLEM!

 

[TrixAreForKids]

Very sorry guys. You are all correct.

Good router that does IP routing. I just need to assign extrernal IP address's to internal computers.

So a good one port router with IP routing, and a 24-port switch which will accept the routing from router (all do, right?).

Does that clear up the mess I started?

edit:
was thinking of the Cisco 1700 or the SonicWall Z170, any other suggestions? Would be nice to spend less then those two cost.

 

[gunrunnerjohn]

Originally posted by: RhythmAddict
hmmm...NAT maybe?? just a gues

If he doesn't want NAT, and has multiple public IP addresses, what's the point of anything besides the 8 port switch?

 

[TrixAreForKids]

Okay, you're mocking me now, lol.

A router is always a nice extra security feature.

 

[TrixAreForKids]

I think I'm going to try Astaro on a linux box.