Audio Grade Ethernet Cable

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... Ask yourself why there are so many audiophile network devices out in marketplace. Some will claim snake oil ...

What I ask is this:

What is the advantage of locating your network components physically close to your audio system?

Part of the problem is that many people have very poorly configured networks. Many still use their ISP’s modem and router. Many cram these low-quality devices into their equipment rack, or place them nearby. So they are looking for ways to remedy the noise that results, when they might get equal or better results by simply relocating their network equipment. Or, as others have noted, by simply upgrading the streamer.

Here what I have done, not sure if I can improve without significant cost?

COX router, WiFi disabled, connected to separate switch and router. 20ft blue jeans cat 6 to stack audio smoothlan, then 1.5 m DH Labs Ethernet to streamer and DH labs USB to DAC.

All audio equipment except amp plugged into Equi=Core 20 amp balanced power supply.

Home wifi has 2 access points, both about as far from the listening room as they can be.

@ghdprentice I appreciate your input but don't believe the Aurender 200 to be a better sounding streamer than what I have. I'm not sure why you believe the Bryston to be an inferior product. I looked into this many years ago and spoke to my local dealer who carries both Aurender and Bryston.

@hickamore I just messaged you.

I added an Ethernet filter which then uses a very short run of cable to my streamer.  Very good results and positive bang for the buck.  There are many choices out there at varying prices.

The more robust, but more expensive, way to get the noise floor down is an audio grade switch to clean up the signal. Good luck.