Best products from r/lanparty
We found 33 comments on r/lanparty discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 64 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Magna Cart Personal 150 lb Capacity Aluminum Folding Hand Truck (Black/Red)
- Magna Cart is the original and world's best selling aluminum folding hand truck!
- Telescoping handle extends to 39" inches. Large 15" wide aluminum base and 5" rubber wheels (no air required) easily transports up to 150 lbs of cargo
- Compact, folds flat to only 2.5" thick for easy storage and transportation. Opens and closes in seconds--no assembly required
- Ideal for home, auto, office, travel and recreational use. Works well with Magna Cart MT3 Collapsible Storage Totes
- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
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2. TRENDnet 8-Port Unmanaged Gigabit GREENnet Desktop Metal Switch, Ethernet Splitter, Fanless,16Gbps Switching Capacity, Plug & Play, Lifetime Protection, TEG-S80G,Black
- ETHERNET PORT INTERFACE: 8 x Gigabit Ports
- SWITCH CAPACITY: 8 gigabit ports provide high-speed network connections to devices and a 16Gbps switching capacity allows data traffic to flow smoothly, reducing traffic bottlenecks.
- COMPACT FANLESS DESIGN: This Gigabit Ethernet switch has a compact and lightweight metal housing design that is well-suited for desktop installations. Its fanless design is perfect for quiet environments that require silent operation.
- ENERGY SAVINGS: This 8 Port switch includes GREENnet technology that provides cost savings and reduces power consumption by up to 70%, by limiting port power consumption during periods of low link utilization.
- DATA TRANSFER RATE: The gigabit switch Data Transfer Rates-Ethernet: 10Mbps (half duplex), 20Mbps (full duplex), Fast Ethernet: 100Mbps (half duplex), 200Mbps (full duplex), Gigabit: 2000Mbps (full duplex)
- TRENDnet LIFETIME PROTECTION: All metal TRENDnet switches come with lifetime manufacturer protection.
- Temperature : Operating: 0 Degrees ~ 40 Degrees Celsius (32 Degrees ~ 104 Degrees Fahrenheit), Storage: -10 Degrees ~ 70 Degrees Celsius (14Degrees ~ 158 Degrees Fahrenheit )
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3. Magewell USB Capture HDMI Gen2 - USB 3.0 HD Video Capture Dongle Model 32060 (Replaces XI100DUSB HDMI)
- Windows, Linux & Mac OS
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4. Magewell Pro Capture Quad HDMI Video Capture Card
- 4-channel HD capture card; HDMI x 4 + embedded audio x 4; PCIe 2.0; Compatible with Windows and Linux OS; Multiple streaming; Multiple devices one host; Capture 2k x 2k 60Hz
- Compatible with Windows; Compatible with Linux; Compatible with Mac OS X; Up/down scaling; Deinterlacing; Automatic input detection; High-fidelity video processing pipeline; Image control; Various output color spaces
- SG-DMA Transmission Mode; Hardware timestamp; Rotary switch; High-speed memory; LED indicator
- Remote firmware upgrade; Common driver; 24h x 7 workflow
- Ideal for any video capture application, including live streaming; Compatible with any DirectShow application
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5. TP-Link 8 Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch | Ethernet Splitter | Plug-and-Play | Traffic Optimization | Unmanaged (TL-SG1008D)
- PLUG-AND-PLAY - Easy setup with no configuration or no software needed
- ETHERNET SPLITTER - Connectivity to your router or modem router for additional wired connections (laptop, gaming console, printer, etc)
- 8 Ports GIGABIT ETHERNET - 8 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit auto-negotiation RJ45 ports greatly expand network capacity
- COST EFFECTIVE - Fanless Quiet Design, Desktop design
- RELIABLE - IEEE 802.3x flow control provides reliable data transfer
- UP to 80% Power Saving - Automatically adjusts power consumption according to the link status and cable length
- AUTO-NEGOTIATION - Supports Auto-MDI/MDIX, eliminating the need for crossover cables
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6. Monoprice 8X1 Enhanced Powered HDMI Switcher w/ Remote
- It seems like everything uses HDMI these days from home theater equipment to your Android phone
- This switch has eight input and one output HDMI ports on the back each of which is gold plated to ensure smooth corrosion-free connections
- The switch is powered by an included 9 VDC adapter which is designed for international use with four different plug modules for the US UK Australasia and the EU
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7. Elgato Cam Link - Broadcast Live and Record via DSLR, Camcorder, or Action cam in 1080p60, Compact HDMI Capture Device, USB 3.0 (Renewed)
Easily connect your DSLR, camcorder, or action cam to your PC or MacGo live on any platform in no time thanks to ultra-low-latency technologyBroadcast in stunning quality up to 1080p at 60 fpsRequirements: Windows 10 (64-bit) / macOS Sierra 10.12, USB 3.x port, 4th generation quad‑core Intel Core ...
8. TP-Link 5 Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch | Ethernet Splitter | Plug-and-Play | Traffic Optimization | Unmanaged (TL-SG1005D),Black
- PLUG-AND-PLAY - Easy setup with no configuration or no software needed
- ETHERNET SPLITTER - Connectivity to your router or modem router for additional wired connections (laptop, gaming console, printer, etc)
- 5 Port GIGABIT ETHERNET - 5 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit auto-negotiation RJ45 ports greatly expand network capacity
- COST EFFECTIVE - Fanless Quiet Design, Desktop design
- RELIABLE - IEEE 802.3x flow control provides reliable data transfer
- UP to 80% Power Saving - Automatically adjusts power consumption according to the link status and cable length
- AUTO-NEGOTIATION - Supports Auto-MDI/MDIX, eliminating the need for crossover cables
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9. Kantek MDF Monitor Stand with Keyboard Storage, 23-Inch Wide x 13.25-Inch Deep x 3-Inch High, Black (MS280B)
Raises monitor to eye level to reduce neck and eyestrainStore keyboard underneath to save valuable desk spaceMDF Wood top for added strengthHolds up to 21" monitors
10. Alera, Black KBT1B Adaptivergo Clamp-On Keyboard Tray, 27 1/2" X 12 1/4"
Sold as 1 Each.Smooth movement slide-out tray puts your keyboard right where you need it under your desk for improved ergonomics.Easy to install with sturdy metal clamps on any surface up to 1.5" thick.Impact resistant plastic tray fits most standard and ergonomic keyboards.A great choice when under...
11. 2 Pack Contour Gauge, Profile Gauges Plastic Contour Duplications Gauge Copy Irregular Shapes Measuring for Corners and Contoured
【TWO SIZE PRECISE SHAPE DUPLICATIN】: We supplie 5 inch & 10 inch Contour Gauge Duplicator, It works well in copying the shape of any irregular items, replicate the shape of moldings or match cut outs, exactly for woodworking or tile flooring/ linoleum installation.【DOUBLE SCALE】:The profile ...
12. Carcassonne
For 2-5 playersA simple, clever tile laying game that brings New challenges with every turnEasy to learn, lots of strategyA great game the whole family can enjoyA great game the whole family can enjoy
13. Rio Grande Games - Dominion: First Edition
- Tactical Dominion card game
- Play time is about 30 minutes
- Designed for 2 to 4 players
- Recommended for ages 13 and up
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14. The Settlers of Catan
Players: 3-4, Time To Play: 90 MinutesDimensions: 9.25" H x 11.5" W x 3" D, Ship Weight: 2.098 poundsThe Settlers of Catan is fun, easy to learn, and keeps advanced players on their toes
15. Race for the Galaxy Card Game
For 2-4 players60 minute playing timeCheck out all the great expansions to Race for the GalaxyFor 2 to 4 playersPlay time of 60 minutesIn Race for the Galaxy, players build galactic civilizations by game cards that represent worlds or technical and social developments
16. Travel Smart by Conair 75 lb. Compact Cart
- Compact cart for easy storage
- Extends to 35.5" height for easy traveling; Supports up to 75 lbs.
- Extra sturdy and lightweight construction
- Smooth-rolling 3" diameter wheels
- Includes bungee cord
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17. BlueRigger CAT6 Ethernet Network Cable 15 Feet 2 Pack
- ➤ HIGH SPEED ETHERNET CABLE – Experience the full speed of your Internet. BlueRigger CAT 6 Gigabit Network LAN Cable supports up to 1Gbps data transfer and 550MHz bandwidth
- ➤ UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY – Compatible with game consoles, laptops, PCs, raspberry Pi 4, routers, WiFi extenders, Wi-Fi Mesh, network switch, PoE devices, smart TV, BT smart hub, modems, patch panel, network printers, TV box, NAS, VoIP phones with RJ45 input
- ➤ SUPERIOR BUILD – Constructed with four twisted pairs 24AWG copper wires to minimize interference. Snagless mold protects your locking tabs from breaking off. Molded strain-relief boots and 50 micron gold plated RJ45 connectors provide durability and ensure a secure connection
- ➤ EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE – Fast data transfer for server applications, cloud computing, online high definition video streaming, video surveillance and more. Backwards compatible with CAT5, CAT5e cable network. TIA/EIA 568-C, Reach, RoHS Compliant
- ➤ WARRANTY – BlueRigger Lifetime Warranty and US-based Customer Support
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18. Cable Matters 5-Pack Snagless Short Cat6 Ultra Thin Ethernet Cable (Thin Cat6 Cable) in Blue 3 ft
- High Performance Cat6, 30 AWG, RJ45 Ethernet Patch Cable provides universal connectivity for LAN network components such as PCs, computer servers, printers, routers, switch boxes, network media players, NAS, VoIP phones, PoE devices, and more
- Cat6 performance at a Cat5e price but with higher bandwidth; Future-proof your network for 10-Gigabit Ethernet (backwards compatible with any existing Cat5e cable network); The slim Ethernet cable meets or exceeds Category 6 performance in compliance with the TIA/EIA 568-C.2 standard
- A Category 6 Ethernet patch cable is also referred to as a Cat6 network cable, Cat6 cable, Cat6 Ethernet cable, or Cat 6 data/LAN cable. A wired Cat 6 network is more reliable and secure than a wireless network or Cat 5 cable network for your internet connections
- The connectors with gold-plated contacts and strain-relief boots provide durability, and ensure a secure connection; Bare copper conductors enhance cable performance and comply with specifications for communications cables
- Slim, flexible, and durable Cat6 cable with high bandwidth of up to 550 MHz guarantees high-speed data transfer for server applications, cloud computing, video surveillance, and online high-definition video streaming
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19. D-Link 16-Port Gigabit Switch (DGS-1016A)
Sixteen (16) 10/100/1000Mbps portsAggregated bandwidth of 32Gbps9K of jumbo frame support to help expedite transmissionAll ports feature auto MDI/MDI X for automatic cable detectionNon blocking, full wire speed forwarding and filteringIEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) and D Link Green pow...
20. ROCCAT TUSKO - Across-the-board Flatscreen Widescreen Gaming Bag
Travel bag for 20 to 24 inch widescreen featuring the clever clip 'n' go systemIntegrated hard plastic plate for effective protection against shocks and damageHigh quality woven material is water and dirt repellent on your way to the next eventsExtra holder for a keyboard 4 additional compartments f...
I'm pretty much going to echo /u/ilumos, but you have too many chiefs and not enough indians.
Your router is the boss of the network. What makes a router different from your switch is that it builds the network. Using DHCP, it hands out IP addresses to all of your connected devices and defines what belongs in the local network.
A switch is like a power strip for a network. You can take one port on your router and make it 8 (or 16, or 32, etc). It doesn't really perform any tasks other than extend the size of your network.
When you throw more than one router into same network, you start creating DHCP server conflicts. Essentially, you've created two networks on the same wires and the computers have a 50/50 chance of joining one over the other. In your case, some PCs were joining the router with an internet connection and others were getting stuck with the router that didn't have an internet connection.
The internet drops your one friend experienced were likely caused by IP Address conflicts, which were probably happening all over your network.
This is all really, really bad...but it's really easy to fix. Pick one router and set aside the other. If you need to connect more devices to the network, be sure to take up all 4 ports on the back of your router/modem and then all the ports on your switch. Need more? Invest in another switch. I highly recommend looking into getting a few of these TrendNet switches. They go on sale ALL THE TIME! Watch SlickDeals and you should be able to grab one for around $20.
Right now there's a great 8 port Netgear gigabit switch on sale for $20 [Edit: And this ZyXEL switch just went on sale for $15!]. Grab a couple of those, plug them into your router and all your problems will go away. Hopefully. =D
Here are the things I do, but many of them may not be applicable to you :P
1) I collect laptops to use for LAN parties that I host, bought at roughly $50-$75 a pop, then request that people to use those. Since we mostly play older games and many people don't want to move their desktop PCs anyways, this goes over pretty well.
2) I have a smaller collection of smallish monitors (19", 1440x900) that I force people to use. Nothing takes up asstons of table space like gigantic 24" or 27" monitors.
I was thinking that you could also make keyboard trays, something like this design that clamps onto the side of the table for pretty cheap. You could get a monitor stand that has keyboard storage underneath it like this one, but those often aren't meant for using the keyboard while the monitor is on top, they're not tall enough.
Ideas for venues to approach:
Massively summarising what to look for:
When talking to venues, take lots of photos, ask lots of questions and measure up!
Good luck in the hardest part of running a LAN party :)
The lans I go to are too small to really bear much advice to you on the questions you listed.
Where I can provide some insight is in the types of table top games you should consider. Lots of folks (in the lan community) have been exposed to traditional pen/paper stuff like DnD. If you're looking to spice things up a bit, consider trying out some of the modern board games that are out. I'm sure some of your attendees will have already been exposed to these, but for the rest that haven't, they'll probably strike at least an interest or a few questions. BoardGameGeek has a list of the top board games out right now, some of which you might not have heard of. Settlers of Catan, Dominion, Race for the Galaxy, Carcassonne are some of the most popular. They're flashy, they're interesting, and they're usually under an hour (if not usually under 45 min) to play. They're an up and coming type of gaming that's spreading fast among the table-top/CCG/comics folks.
Edit: In retrospect, I kinda seem like a fanboy for this post, but holy shit they're really awesome games.
Do you need an expensive bag or suitcase? No, but I'm sure that it would make carrying it to the bus & from the bus to the venue a heck of a lot easier. At the minimum I would suggest getting a rolling cart like this to make transporting it all easier. The other option would be to get something like Gear Grips for the case and a monitor case from Pelican or Gator if you plan on doing this frequently.
The monitor carrier is a great idea to protect the screen. BUT, for the cpu I suggest getting a cart like this and bungie cords to tie it all down on while traveling through the airport instead of trying to lug the case and monitor physically. I have used one of these for years, it was worth every penny.
Other suggestions:
If you have the original boxes for both, I highly suggest that you ship them via Fedex or UPS instead in their original boxes.
If you are going to fly with them, and you want to chance checking them to fly in the underbelly of the plane, I suggest you pull out your Graphics card(s) and Hard Drives, and place them in your carry on luggage, I've seen the end results of the TSA taking apart computers to inspect these part and then just tossing them back into the case willy-nilly.
Check your local LANs at http://lanpartylist.com/ or as another commenter posted, google "LAN Party" + your state/region. I don't recommend searching by city since you might miss out on a sweet LAN only a few more miles down the road.
Generally speaking for most public LANs, assume that a chair and 3-4 feet of table space is provided for you, and nothing else. Cables are generally a cointoss, so always assume you'll need your own. You should bring the following at minimum.
The LAN host will generally post a list of "the community's favorite games" or possibly even a schedule with specific games. Install all of these in advance and make sure they're fully patched the night before game day, since bandwidth may be limited or non-existent even. Put Steam into offline mode until you know it's safe to go online.
Do NOT bring:
Have fun!
What I've been doing is getting to everyone I can before the lan and setting up all the games for them before the lan. Sometimes you can't get to everyone, in that case send them a flash drive with all the files they need and ask that they bring it back to the lan. Setup takes at least 2 hours if not prepared! DON'T use wifi! Run ethernet cables to every station. When purchasing cables, make sure they support gigabit! I really like multiple multiple 5-8 port hubs, one for each table. Take a look at these, it's worth the purchase!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005LS2HM0/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BIPI9XQ/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N99BBC/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Here's a half-decent 8 port:
https://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-Gigabit-Ethernet-Desktop-TL-SG1008D/dp/B001EVGIYG
And a better 16 port:
https://www.amazon.com/D-Link-16-Port-Gigabit-Switch-DGS-1016A/dp/B0092KZBCQ
Pretty much anything will work, just remember you'll need one port for each computer, then one to link the switch to the next higher device (another switch or the router).
Just do some searching for extension cables on amazon or someplace similar, or hit your local hardware store. Look for 14AWG or better, at whatever length you need.
No problem. I'm just glad they still make them. They used to have them for LCD screens but i'm not sure if you can find them for bigger LCD monitors. I rocked one when my 21" 4:3 was cool.
Amazon is amazing - https://www.amazon.com/ROCCAT-Widescreen-Designed-Flatscreen-Monitors/dp/B002RSQ732/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485559792&sr=8-1&keywords=monitor+carrying+case
HDMI splitters and HDMI capture devices?
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I have had good luck with https://www.amazon.com/Magewell-HDMI-Video-Capture-Dongle/dp/B00I16VQOY/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3RQPBD8L5NYNI&keywords=usb+hdmi+capture&qid=1556715213&s=gateway&sprefix=usb+hdmi+cap%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-5
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The same company also makes this for caputreing 4 hdmi at the same time
https://www.amazon.com/Magewell-Capture-Quad-HDMI-Video/dp/B0178DV064/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=Magewell&qid=1556715250&s=gateway&sr=8-6
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There are some network hdmi capture devices but I have not used any so I cant say which are good examples.
1.I will do my own research into this!
2.The computer count just dropped to 6 could i use this one that /u/PDXPayback said i could?
3.The router-Ethernet Thing shouldn't be a problem as the router is
on top of one of the pc's (Im^holding^It^Now)
4.My dad is an electrician so ill ask him about where are the breakers so i can not trip the power
and finally THANK YOU!
This is a super low budget option that would give you 8 inputs.
You would need an HDMI splitter for each console. Buy one first and test to make sure it doesn't create a delay.
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Monoprice 8X1 Enhanced Powered HDMI Switcher w/ Remote
https://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Enhanced-Powered-Switcher-Remote/dp/B003L14X3A/
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Elgato Cam Link (Running OBS)
https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Cam-Link-Broadcast-Camcorder/dp/B07N4B5JZT/
Do you have a router? If so, you can use the remaining ports on that router and maybe one of these http://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-Unmanaged-GREENnet-Standard-1000Mbps/dp/B001QUA6RA/ref=sr_sp-atf_title_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377833383&sr=8-1&keywords=gigabit+switch, most devices ISP's rent these days, are modem/router combos. Also ask your friends, maybe they have spare switches and what not, my friends always did, as well as I.
Honestly, I would just go gigabit. If you're going to be transferring stuff between computers (think Steam backups) 100mbps converts to about 12 mb/s, whereas Gigabit (1000mbps) is about 10 times faster.
A few other people have linked various switches in this thread, haven't seen this one mentioned yet though.
http://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-Unmanaged-GREENnet-Standard-1000Mbps/dp/B001QUA6RA 8 port Gig router for about $30 would be good to get. If your at 8 people and have internet you will need another switch and someone can't be on gig.
ISP Bandwidth does not matter on LAN. Are you playing over wireless? If so you may see some slight intermittentcy depending on what type of access point/router that you have. You may want to look into a small switch. Here is an example of a small switch that you could use for a wired lan.
I would send back the switch & get something that is full Gigabit. That switch is only 100Mbps. This is the gigabit version of yours.
1000Mbps = 125MB/s
100Mbps = 12.5MB/s
For the extra $6, go with this one. It's the 8 port version of that switch. I've been using one for years with no issues, and that way when you want to add a 5th, 6th or 7th seat, there's no extra headache.