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Netgear Business GS308 Ethernet Switch

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NETGEAR 300 Series Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switches provide easy, reliable, and affordable network connectivity for home and small offices. With these unmanaged plug-and-play switches, you can expand your network connections to multiple devices instantly.

The GS305P/GS305PP and GS308P with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) provides power and data from a single Ethernet (CAT-5) cable to devices such as IP cameras, VoIP/Internet-based phones, wireless access points, etc.

Just step up to GS316, GS324 or GS348 directly to avoid congestion due to stacking up lower port count switches and be ready for future expansion.

Highlights

  • Auto-MDI/MDIX eliminates the need for crossover cables
  • LED indicators for ease of use
  • Energy-efficient technology for power savings
  • Fanless design for silent operation
  • Auto-negotiation for automatic connection at the highest common speed between switch and an end device
  • Non-blocking switching architecture for maximum throughput at wire speed
  • 802.1p QoS for traffic/frame prioritization
  • Plug-and-play; no setup required
  • Durable and rugged metal case
  • Desktop or wall-mountable (5, 8, 16-port models); GS324 is desktop, wall-mountable, and rack-mountable (rack-mount kit included); GS348 is rack- mountable (rack-mount kit included)
  • Ideal for small office and home networks
  • Standards-based technology ensures interoperability with any standards- based devices in the existing network
  • Power up to 4 PoE-capable devices (GS305P/GS305PP and GS308P only)
  • 802.3af Power Over Ethernet (PoE) for IP cameras, VoIP/Internet-based phones, wireless access points (GS308P only)
  • Effectively increases available bandwidth on your network
  • Conveniently lets you connect two standard Ethernet ports to ensure maximum efficiency
  • Expand your network capacity with the help of 8 networking ports and transfer your data quickly and easily
  • Layer 2 switch provides a complete lineup of features including IGMP snooping, port mirroring, and spanning tree
  • The desktop installation makes it ideal for deployments outside the wiring closet
  • The unmanaged switch provides a quick, easy and cost-saving way to add wired networking to your home, office or small business; no intervention needed
  • Up to 10x faster than standard Ethernet server connectivity while providing high-performance uplinks
  • Supports cost-efficient twisted pair cables for high-speed data transfer up to 100 meters
Brand
Brand Netgear
Power & Battery
Power Source DC
Power Consumption 3.04 W
Networking & Connectivity
Network Technology 10/100/1000Base-T
Layer Supported 2
Ethernet Port
Network (RJ-45) Yes
Total Number of Network Ports 8
Uplink Port Yes
Size / Dimensions
Form Factor Enclosure
General Features
Manageable No
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 128 MB/s
MTBF 3711898 Hour
Manufacturer Netgear, Inc
Misc Ports
Port/Expansion Slot Details 8 x Gigabit Ethernet Network
Printer/Scanner/Fax Specs
Media Type Supported Twisted Pair
Netgear GS308 Ethernet Switch - 8 Ports - Gigabit Ethernet - 10/100/1000Base-T - 2 Layer Supported - Twisted Pair - Desktop, Wall Mountable - 3 Year Limited Warranty