I've got four network ports in this room coming from the main switch/router room. I've also got a 3com 3300 12 port switch in here. There is presently a crossover cable from one port on the wall to ...

I'm about to buy a used managable switch for a low price. I can get either a 12 port Bay Networks rackmount (looks like it has some kind of upgradable slot on the front) OR I can get an Asante 24 port ...