Dell PowerConnect switches are good, I haven't run into anything unexpected. I have had some issues with a Netgear Gig siwtch (don't know the exact model). When setting up a Link Aggregation Group with a Dell switch, the end result was a non functioning network until the LAG group was removed. LAG groups between the Dell switch and another Dell switch as well as the Dell switch and Cisco switch work fine. Figure out if you need/want a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch. If you decide layer 2, you have to pick between managed and unmanaged. From what I can tell, you're looking for at least a Layer 2 Managed switch. Most recent managed switches seem to have a web and CLI config mode. Also if you're looking for features that your clients may be using, look for a switch that will do https and ssh for the management and allows you to disable http and telnet. These features may be required for various security requirements. -- Andrew S. Zbikowski | http://andy.zibnet.us IT Outhouse Blog Thing | http://www.itouthouse.com