@brighamdoc I am a happy owner of a Sonore opticalRendu Deluxe. It replaced the older opticalRendu, and years before that a microRendu. IMHE, the latest model provided more sonic improvement than I expected.
On the network side I previously used a TP-link simple ethernet>>optical converter which was bettered by a Sonore opticalModule. I replaced my cheap Trendnet switch recommended by SGC with a newer model that had optical output. That allowed me to eliminate ethernet cable entirely, along with eliminating the opticalModule. That change put money in my pocket and didn't noticeably impact SQ (YMMV). In all these cases, I run 5m optical cable into the listening room and keep the router, server, switch etc. in the next room...since long run optical cable doesn't degrade SQ, it's wonderful being able to separate the potentially noise gear from the analog components!
The last planned piece of the puzzle for me...the not yet released Uptone EtherRegen2 with B-side optical going to the opticalRendu Deluxe which I user as a Roon endpoint and HQ Player network audio adapter.
I suggest you spend some time reading audiophilestyle, FKA computeraudiophile. The designers and many super knowledgeable users frequent the space. Cheers,
Spencer