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Netgear ProSafe GS105E

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 22:32:18 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS105E is an advanced 5-port Gigabit switch that builds from the GS105 by incorporating Quality of Service (QoS) tags for prioritizing network traffic, Virtual LAN (VLAN) support for network segmentation and security, and network traffic monitoring with a cable diagnostic test that can identify and locate problems in the cables. Featured on the GS105E are 5 Gigabit ports that deliver up to 2000Mbps bi-directional bandwidth per port. Like its predecessor, the unit utilizes Netgear’s Green Technology for a 60% lower power consumption rate. Additional features include Win/Mac compatibility via Plug-n-Play, easy-to-read LEDs, and wall mountability.

Features

Advanced 5-Port Gigabit Switch
Builds from Original GS105
Adds QoS Tags
Adds VLAN Support
Adds Network Traffic Monitoring
Adds Cable Diagnostic Test
Bi-Directional Gigabit Bandwidth
Netgear Green Technology
Windows/Macintosh Compatibility
Plug-n-Play Installation
Easy-to-Read LEDs
Auto Power-Down Mode
Port mirroring
Bandwidth Management
Broadcast Storm Control
Desktop/Wall Mountable

Specifications

Ports: 5 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet Ports
Mac Address Database: 4K
Additional Standards: 802.3x, 802.1p, 802.1Q
Compatibility: Win/Mac
Warranty: Lifetime
Model #s: GS105E-100NAS, GS105E-100PES, GS105E-100UKS, GS105E-100AUS

Netgear ProSafe GS116

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:32:03 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS116 is a 16-port Gigabit switch that provides full, dedicated 1000Mbps connections for quickly moving large files across a network. It utilizes auto-switching Ethernet technology to seamlessly integrate 10BASE-T Ethernet, 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet, and 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet devices without sacrificing performance. Plus each port supports the full duplex standard, allowing transactions up to 2000Mbps per port. In addition, the GS116 includes AutoUplink technology that automatically makes proper adjustments for different types of networking cabling. Additional features include support for Layer 2 802.1p and Layer 3 DSCP traffic priority tags; plug-n-play compatibility with Windows, Macintosh, Unix and Linux operating systems; and wall mountability.

Features

16-Port Gigabit Switch
Full 1000Mbps Connections
Auto-Switching Ethernet Technology
AutoUplink Technology
Full Duplex Standard
Support for Jumbo Frames
Plug-n-Play Installation
Win/Mac/Unix/Linux Compatibility
Layer 2 802.1p
Layer 3 DSCP
Wall Mountability

Specifications

Ports: 16 10/100/1000 Auto-Sending UTP
Bandwidth: 32Gbps
Mac Address Databse: 8000
Compatibility: Win/Mac
Warranty: Lifetime
Model #s: GS116NA, GS116GE, GS116UK, GS116AU, GS116JP

Netgear ProSafe JFS524E

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:30:58 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe JFS524E is a 10/100 network switch for office environments where users tend to use a lot of bandwidth. It has 24 ports and is rack mountable for larger networks, and can handle Virtual LANs if you want to segment your network into pieces. The ports can handle 200Mbps each at full duplex, but QoS prioritizing can balance out the demands of each port to prevent congestion.

The JFS524E can let you monitor traffic in general, and also help you test cables individually when troubleshooting a problem. This unit uses 63% less power than previous models.

Features

24 ports
10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch
200 Mbps per port in full duplex
QoS for prioritizing network traffic
VLAN support
Cable testing
Bandwidth management
Traffic monitoring
63% less power consumption
Rack mountable

D-Link DGS-1008G

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:28:00 -0400

The D-Link DGS-1008G is an 8-port, 10/100/1000 Gigabit switch featuring the Energy Star 5.0 and RoHS qualifications. As an upgrade from the standard Ethernet DES-1008E switch, the D-Link DGS-1008G provides much faster connectivity coupled with an abundance of environmentally friendly features, including CEC/MEPS regulation standards, auto port power-downs during no link activity, and the ability to adjust power usage according to the connected cable lengths. Plus it incorporates Jumbo Frame, QoS prioritization, and full-duplex support, as well as MAC Address Learning and auto MDI-MDI-X crossover. Unfortunately it sacrifices its predecessor’s capacity for the Power-of-Ethernet protocol.

Features

8-Port, Gigabit Switch
Geared for Mid/Large Offices
Auto MDI-MDI-X Configuration
Energy Star 5.0 Compliant
ROHS/CEC/MEPS Compliant
Auto Power-Down
Energy Efficient Energy Usage
Full-Duplex Mode
IEEE 802.1p QoS Prioritization
Jumbo Frame Support of
Cable Diagnostics Function
Auto MDI/MDI-X Crossover
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
Plug & Play Installation
MAC Address Learning
Wall Mountable
24/7 Basic Installation Support
Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications

RAM Buffer: 192 Kbytes per Device
MAC Address Table: 4K Entries per Device
Transmission: Store-and-Forward
Topology: Star
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Standards: 802.3 10/100/1000, 802.3ab/x/p
Warranty: 5-Year Limited

D-Link DGS-1008D

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 17:56:15 -0400

The D-Link DGS-1008D is an 8-port auto-negotiating 10/100/1000 Mbps gigabit switch. It is marketed as a "Green Ethernet" product, by reducing power use in two ways: 1) detect link status and reduce power usage to idle ports, and 2) reduce power usage according to attached cable length (done automatically by the switch itself). The actual amount of power saved depends on the number of connected computers, length of each cable, and the amount of time that computers are idle during the day. D-Link claims 10% power savings for 8 connected active computers all the way up to 80% power savings with no active computers. Time-of-day power savings would be 40% if your network is dormant for 14 hrs a day. The maximum current draw for the switch itself is 4.5 Watts. It retails for around $60 and was first released in May, 2008.

Features

8-port Gigabit switch
Auto-negotiating 10/100/1000 Mbps connections
Full duplex operation
"Green Ethernet" product auto-detects inactivity and cable length to save power
4.5 Watts max power usage
44% power savings with 8 connected PCs @ 20 m cable length + 14 hrs powered off
Dimensions: 7.55 x 4.65 x 1.18 inches (192mm x 118mm x 30mm)
Weight: 0.66 lbs (300 grams)
Price: $60

Netgear ProSafe GS748TPS

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 15:31:25 -0400

The ProSafe GS748TPS is a 48-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is an upgrade to the GS724TPS since it features 48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports and is PoE capable with built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 48 ports. It also offers four built-in shared SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. The switch is an upgrade to the GS748TP since it includes true stacking support with two high-speed stacking ports. The ProSafe GS748TPS includes advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. It also offers enhanced Quality of Service with rate-limiting and utilizes a web-based console for easy network management. The ProSafe GS748TPS has a suggested retail price of $1600 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
4 Built-in Shared SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 48 ports
True Stacking Support with 2 High-Speed Stacking Ports
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
802.1x Port Authentication and ACL Filtering
Enhanced QoS with Rate Limiting
IGMP Snooping
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe JGS524

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:47:06 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe JGS524 is a low-cost gigabit network switch for office environments. It is similar to the JGS516 in almost every way except that it has 24 ports instead of 16. Each port can handle 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps, and a host of automatic detection functions make setup very easy. There is very little configuration involved, as the switch will detect 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices, full or half duplexing, and whether you're using straight-through or crossover cables. You can also mix and match devices of various bandwidths without a conflict. This unit mounts in a standard 19-inch rack.

Features

24 ports
10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch
2000 Mbps per port in full duplex
Automatic speed detection
Full/half duplex sensing
200 Mbps per port in full duplex
Auto Uplink™ (adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables)
Mixing 10 and 100 Mbps devices supported
Mounts in a standard 19-inch rack

Netgear ProSafe GS105

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 22:21:20 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS105 is a 5-port Gigabit switch featuring a 60% lower power consumption rate, courtesy of Netgear Green technology. It utilizes an auto-switching Ethernet connection to seamlessly integrate 10BASE-T Ethernet, 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet, and 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet devices without sacrificing performance. Plus the AutoUplink technology automatically makes the proper adjustments for different types of network cabling. Compatible with both Windows and Macintosh operating systems, the GS105 Gigabit switch relies on Plug-and-Play installation, and includes easy-to-read LEDs so users can monitor network connectivity, network speed, and network activity.

Features

5-Port Gigabit Switch
Netgear Green Technology
Auto-Switching Ethernet Technology
AutoUplink Technology
Windows/Macintosh Compatibility
Plug-n-Play Installation
Easy-to-Read LEDs
Auto Power-Down Mode
Compact Metal Case
Desktop/Wall Mountable

Specifications

Ports: 5 10/100/1000 Auto-Sending UTP
Forwarding: 128KB on-chip packet buffering
Mac Address Database: 4000
Jumbo Frame: Up to 9720 bytes
Compatibility: Win/Mac
Warranty: Lifetime
Model #s: GS105NA, GS105GE, GS105UK, GS105AU, GS105A-300JPS

Netgear ProSafe GS108

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:49:47 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe GS108 is an 8-port Gigabit switch featuring a 60% lower power consumption rate, courtesy of Netgear Green technology. It’s essentially a larger version of the 5-port GS105. Like its peer, the GS108 utilizes an auto-switching Ethernet connection to seamlessly integrate 10BASE-T Ethernet, 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet, and 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet devices without sacrificing performance. Plus it too supports both Windows and Macintosh operating systems via plug-n-play technology, and includes AutoUplink technology that automatically makes proper adjustments for different types of network cabling.

Features

8-Port Gigabit Switch
Netgear Green Technology
Auto-Switching Ethernet Technology
AutoUplink Technology
Windows/Macintosh Compatibility
Plug-n-Play Installation
Easy-to-Read LEDs
Auto Power-Down Mode
Compact Metal Case
Desktop/Wall Mountable
80% Recycled Materials (Packaging)

Specifications

Ports: 8 10/100/1000 Auto-Sending UTP
Forwarding: 192KB on-chip packet buffering
Mac Address Database: 4000
Jumbo Frame: Up to 9720 bytes
Compatibility: Win/Mac
Warranty: Lifetime
Model #s: GS108NA, GS108GE, GS108UK, GS108AU, GS108-300JPS

Netgear ProSafe GS716T-200

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 01:11:17 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS716T-200 is a Gigabit Smart Switch engineered specially for SMB customers. It incorporates support for Voice-over-IP (VoIP), media streaming, multi-casting, security, and other bandwidth-intensive apps like ERP. Included are 16 10/100/1000Mbps ports, each capable of powering 2000Mbps of data throughput in full-duplex mode. Plus the GS716T-200 also hosts two additional shared SFP ports. Pivotal to the switch is its support for Advanced Quality of Service (QoS) prioritization, which can prioritize voice and video traffic over less latency-sensitive traffic to ensure constant reliability and quality. The extensive set of QoS features include 802.1p-based prioritization, Layer 3-based prioritization, and rate limiting.

Features

Gigabit Smart Switch
Geared for SMB Customers
16 10/100/1000 Interface Ports
2 Shared SFP Ports
Support for VoIP
Support for Media Streaming
Support for Multi-Casting
Support for Bandwidth-Intensive Apps
Advanced QoS Prioritization
Access Control Lists
Port-Based Rate Limiting
Port Mirroring

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3x
Interface: 16 RJ-45 Connectors for 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Interface: 2 Dual Personality SFP Slots
Bandwidth: 48Gbps
Buffer Memory: 512KB
Address Size: 4000 MAC
Compatibility: PC/Mac
Warranty: Lifetime
Model #s: GS716T-200NA, GS716T-200EU, GS716T-200AJS

Administrative Switch Management

IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
IEEE 802.1W Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol
IEEE 802.1S Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol
Auto-voice VLAN*
SNMPv1, v2c, v3
RFC 1213 MIB II
RFC 1643 Ethernet Interface MIB
RFC1493 Bridge MIB
Jumbo Frame Support (up to 9KB)
IEEE 802.1Q Tag VLAN
GS716T-200: 128 Static VLANs
GS724T-300: 128 Static VLANs
IEEE 802.1p (Class of Service)
DSCP - L3 QoS
Port-based ingress/egress rate limiting
IEEE 802.3ad static or dynamic link aggregration (LACP)
DHCP client function
Broadcast storm control
Port mirroring (many-to-one)
Port setting
Green features: Power saving by cable length (<10m). Power saving by auto power when link down
IGMP snooping v1/v2
IEEE 802.1x (RAIDUS)
Access control list (ACL) - MAC, IP
SNTP
IEEE 802.1ab LLDp
Protected ports**
HTTP and HTTPS
Auto denial-of-service (DoS) prevention
Syslog
Ping & traceroute
Web-based configuration, anywhere on the network
Smartwizard Discovery Utility program auto discovers devices (up to 254 agents/switches); set system configuration to each agent
Configuration backup/restore (easy to configure more than one switch)
Password access control
Firmware upgradeable
Support of Ehternet audio/video (EAV)*

TRENDnet TEG-S80Dg

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:17:57 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S80Dg is an entry-level, 8-port Gigabit switch introduced at CES2010. Like its predecessors (TEG-S5g, TEG-S50g), the TEG-S80Dg features GREENnet technology, which automatically determines and supplies the appropriate amount of electrical power to each hardwired port as required by the connected device, the port, or the length of the utilized Ethernet cable. This in turn reduces its overall power consumption by 70%. As a serious upgrade, it now offers 8 (versus 5) Gigabit ports, a switching capacity of 16Gbps, and a Data RAM Buffer of 128Kbytes. Plus the unit also supports Jumbo Frames up to 9216bytes; IEEE 802.3x Flow Control for full-duplex mode; Plug & Play compatibility, and diagnostic LEDs.

Features

Entry-Level Gigabit Switch
Announced at CES2010
8 Gigabit Ports
GREENnet Technology
Reduced Power Consumption
16Gbps Store/Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
Jumbo Frames
Plug and Play
Diagnostic LEDs

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, 1000Base-T
Standards: IEEE 802.3x
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
Switch Fabric: 16Gbps Forwarding
Interface: 5 10/100/1000 Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Data RAM Buffer: 128Kbytes
Filtering Table: 4K Entries

TRENDnet TE100-S50g

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:19:34 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S50g is an entry-level, 5-port Ethernet switch designed as a more affordable alternative to the Gigabit TEG-S50g. It too features GREENnet technology for reduced power consumption, but it is limited to a 40% cut, whereas its superior sibling reaches 70%. Like its predecessor, the TE100-S50g relies on a store-and-forward switching architecture with non-blocking wire-speed performance. Plus the unit also supports Jumbo Frames up to 9216bytes. For convenience, the switch is Plug & Play and includes diagnostic LEDs.

Features

Entry-Level Ethernet Switch
Precursor to the TEG-S50g
5 Ethernet Ports
GREENnet Technology
Reduced Power Consumption
Store/Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
Jumbo Frames
Plug and Play
Diagnostic LEDs

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX
Standards: IEEE 802.3x
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
Switch Fabric: 1Gbps Forwarding
Interface: 5 10/100 Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Data RAM Buffer: 384Kbytes
Filtering Table: 1K Entries

HP ProCurve 1800-24G Switch

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:56:08 -0400

The most popular HP ProCurve Switch, the 1800-24G switch is designed for the SMB market, but is perfect for home users with many machines. While costly compared to smaller switches, the HP ProCurve features a next business day lifetime warranty, a very important feature as many gigabit switches run fairly hot and often die.

Features

24 gigabit ports
Web managed
Fanless design
next business day lifetime warranty

D-Link DSS-8+

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 17:50:56 -0400

The D-Link DSS-8+ is an 8 port 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiating Ethernet switch. It operates in full-duplex mode, with a maximum of 200 Mbps of data traffic per port for a total 1.6 Gbps backplane. The DSS-8+ complies with IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T and 802.3u 100BASE-TX, which specify NWay auto-negotiation, Flow control in half-duplex mode.

Specifications

Standard Compliance : IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet
- IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
- ANSI/IEEE 802.3 NWay
- IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
Protocol: CSMA / CD
Duplex: Half or Full Per Port
Number of Ports: 8 x 10/100Mbps NWay Ports
DC Inputs: DC 7.5 V / 1.5 A
Power Consumption: 2 Watts
Temperature: Operating: 32 F to 122?F ( 0?C to 50?C)
- Storage: 14 F to 158 F ( -10?C to 70?C)
Humidity: Operating: 10%-90% RH, non-condensing
- Storage: 5% ~ 90% RH, non-condensing
Dimensions: 7.5 x 4.5 x 1.25 inches (192.5 x 118.5 x 32 mm)
Performance: Transmission-Store-and-forward
- RAM Buffer: 2 Mbits Per Device
- Filtering Address Table: 8K Entries Per Device
- Packet Filtering/Forwarding Rate: 10Mbps 14,880/pps, 100Mbps 148,800/pps
- MAC Address Learning: Automatic Update
EMI: FCC Class B
- CE Mark A
- VCCI-II

D-Link DES-1105

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:27:41 -0400

The D-Link DES-1105 is a compact 5-port Ethernet switch geared for users trying to expand their at-home wired network. Designed for plug-n-play compatibility, the switch can connect to another switch or computer without any crossover cables. Plus it’s capable of auto-sensing whether the attached network device is running at 10Mbps or 100Mbps. More importantly, the DES-1105 is capable of a throughput up to 200Mbps per port in full-duplex mode. Most users hail the switch for good performance, but a few have complained about poor transmission speeds and lack of quality customer service from the manufacturer.

Features

5-Port Switch
Plug/Play Compatiblity
IEEE 802.3 Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u Fast Ethernet
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
Five 10/100BASE-TX Ports
Store-and-Forward Transmission
200Mbps Maximum Bandwidth
Minimized Bottlenecks

Netgear ProSafe FS726T

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:17:27 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS726T is an advanced 10/100/1000 Ethernet switch that serves a midgrade option between unmanaged and fully managed switches. It includes 24 10/100Mbps ports, 2 copper 10/100/1000Mbps ports, and an SFP slot for optional fiber connectivity. It utilizes a non-blocking wire-speed architecture with an 8.8Gbps switching capacity for maximum data throughput. Signature to the FS726T is its web-based Smart Management features, including performance monitoring, port configuration, VLAN traffic control, port trunking, and Class of Service (CoS) traffic prioritization. It’s not as complex as a full Layer 2/Layer 3 management implementation, but it’s almost as powerful as one.

Features

Advanced Gigabit Ethernet
24 Ethernet Ports (MDI-MDIX)
2 Gigabit Ports (MDI-MDIX)
1 SFP Slot
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Architecture
8.8Gbps Switching Capacity
Web-Based Smart Management
Performance Monitoring
Port Configurations
VLAN Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z, 802.3x
Ports: Twenty-Four 10/100Mbps Ethernet, MDI-MDIX
Ports: 2 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit, MDI-MDIX
Ports: 1 SFP Slot for SFP GBIC Modules
Model Names: FS726TNA, FS726T-100EUS, FS726TAU, FS726TJP
Warranty: 5-Year Limited

TRENDnet TEG-S5g

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:17:52 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S5g is an entry-level, 5-port Gigabit switch designed as a slight improvement over the TEG-S50g. It adds along an improved 11K Mac Address table that maximizes packet filtering and the forwarding rate. Like its predecessor, the TEG-S5g relies on GREENnet technology to reduce power consumption by 70%. Core to the switch is its store-and-forward switching architecture with non-blocking wire-speed performance. Plus the unit also supports Jumbo Frames up to 9216bytes; IEEE 802.3x Flow Control for full-duplex mode; and 104Kbytes of RAM data buffering. For convenience, the switch is Plug & Play and includes diagnostic LEDs.

Features

Entry-Level Gigabit Switch
Improves over TEG-S50g
Adds Larger Mac Address Table
5 Gigabit Ports
GREENnet Technology
Reduced Power Consumption
Store/Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
Jumbo Frames
Plug and Play
Diagnostic LEDs

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, 1000Base-T
Standards: IEEE 802.3x
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
Switch Fabric: 10Gbps Forwarding
Interface: 5 10/100/1000 Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Data RAM Buffer: 104Kbytes
Filtering Table: 11K Entries

TRENDnet TEG-S50g

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:17:46 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S50g is an entry-level, 5-port Gigabit switch designed to provide fast Internet connections, while reducing power consumption by 70%. Its GREENnet technology automatically cuts power consumption when an Ethernet port is not in use or when a connected device is turned off or in power-saving mode. Core to the TEG-S50g is its store-and-forward switching architecture with non-blocking wire-speed performance. Plus the unit also supports Jumbo Frames up to 9216bytes. For convenience, the switch is Plug & Play and includes diagnostic LEDs.

Features

Entry-Level Gigabit Switch
5 Gigabit Ports
GREENnet Technology
Reduced Power Consumption
Store/Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
Jumbo Frames
Plug and Play
Diagnostic LEDs

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, 1000Base-T
Standards: IEEE 802.3x
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
Switch Fabric: 10Gbps Forwarding
Interface: 5 10/100/1000 Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Data RAM Buffer: 104Kbytes
Filtering Table: 4K Entries

Linksys SR2024

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:39:05 -0500

The Linksys SR2024 is a 24-port Gigabit Switch designed for building a high-powered and ultra-fast workstation network. Every port comes with MDI/MDI-X crossover detection, so users need not worry about the cable type. Plus each port automatically negotiates for the best speed and decides whether to operate in half- or full-duplex mode. Additional features include address learning/aging, 802.3x flow control with head-of-line blocking prevention, and fast store-and-forward switching.

Features

Gigabit Switch
24 Ports
MDI-MDI-X Crossover
Automatic Speed Negotiation
Address Learning/Aging
802.3x Flow Control
Store-and-Forward Switching

Specifications

Model Number: SR2024
Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3ab
Ports: 24 RJ-45 10/100/1000 + 2 Mini-GBIC
Cabling Type: 5e+

Netgear ProSafe FS116E

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:08:59 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS116E is a midgrade-level switch released in 2009 as an upgrade from the entry-level FS100 models. It features 16 10/100 Ethernet ports like the FS116, but it adds along 802.1p Quality of Service (QoS) priority tags, 802.1Q VLAN support for network segmentation/security, port mirroring, network traffic monitoring, and broadcast storm control. Plus each port on the FS116E delivers up to 200Mbps of bi-directional bandwidth. The FS116E is also Green certified (Energy Star, RoHS, WEEE, CEC, etc), meaning a 60% reduction in power consumption compared to similarly designed, but non-green competitor units.

Features

Midgrade Switch
Upgrade from FS100 Models
16 Ethernet Ports
Quality of Service (QoS)
VLAN Support (802.1Q)
Port Mirroring
Network Traffic Monitoring
Broadcast Storm Control
Bi-Directional Bandwidth (200Mbps)
Green Certified
60% Energy Reduction
Auto Uplink Technology
Straight-Through/Cross-Over
200Mbps Dedicated Bandwidth
Flawless Traffic (802.3x)

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x
Standards: 802.1p, 802.1Q
Ports: Sixteen 10/100Mbps Ethernet
Mac Address: 4K
Bandwidth: 3.2Gpbs
Model Names: FS116E-100NAS, FS116E-100PES
Model Names: FS116E-100UKS, FS116E-100AUS

Netgear ProSafe FS116

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:34:05 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS116 is one of three entry-level, FS100 series desktop switches (FS105, FS108, FS116) released in 2004. They all feature 10/100Mbps auto-sensing connectivity and plug in via Ethernet cables and a power cord. The FS116 is the top unit out of the three because it includes 16 total ports, the most bandwidth (3.2Gbps), the most memory (512KB), and the largest address database (8000). Like its peers, the FS116 utilizes Auto Uplink technology to automatically determine whether the link requires a straight-through or cross-over connection. Plus each ports supports up to 200Mbps in dedicated bandwidth. Traffic flows flawlessly with automatic flow control (802.3x).

Features

FS100 Series
Entry-Level Desktop Switch
Top Entry-Level FS100 Unit
Most Bandwidth/Memory/Addresses
10/100Mbps Auto Sensing Connectivity
16 UTP Ports
Auto Uplink Technology
Straight-Through/Cross-Over
200Mbps Dedicated Bandwidth
Flawless Traffic (802.3x)

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x
Ports: Sixteen 10/100Mbps Auto Speed-Sensing UTP
Forwarding Modes: Store-and-Forward
Bandwidth: 3.2Gbps
Buffer Memory: 512KB
Address Database: 8000
Addressing: 48-bit MAC
Model Names: FS116NA, FS116UK, FS116-100LAS
Model Names: FS116AU

Netgear ProSafe FSM726-300

Thu, 06 May 2010 14:04:57 -0400

The ProSafe FSM726-300 is a Layer 2 managed switch from Netgear, released in 2010. The FSM726-300 features 24 10/100 ports and two Gigabit Ethernet connections. Fiber connectivity for uplink connections can be enabled via small form-factor pluggable adapters. This device is best suited for small and growing business networks. Compared to 2008’s Netgear’s ProSafe FSM726, the newer FSM726-300 has a more Layer 2 services geared towards more complicated network configurations. Those who do not need advanced VLAN and STP features should refer to the FSM726 model. A wide range of Layer 2 VLAN features are supported by this device. Administrators can configure up to 512 static VLANs, protocol VLAN & port VLAN, Voice VLAN and IP subnet-based VLAN. The Netgear ProSafe FSM726-300 can be accessed securely through a web interface or through the command line via SSH.

Features

Bandwidth: 8.8 Gbps
24 x RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX
2 x RJ-45 ports for 1000Base-T
Fiber support
Static VLAN (Up to 512)
Protocol VLAN
Port VLAN
Voice VLAN
IP subnet-based VLAN
Spanning Tree Protocol/ Rapid Spanning Tree
Power consumption: 15W (max)
Dimensions & weight: 17.32 x 8.1 x 1.7 in, 6.1 lb

Netgear ProSafe GS724TPS

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 23:19:19 -0400

The ProSafe GS724TPS is a 24-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. Like the GS724TP, it features 24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports and is PoE capable with built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 24 ports. It also offers four built-in shared SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. The switch is an upgrade to the GS724TP since it includes true stacking support with two high-speed stacking ports. The ProSafe GS724TPS includes advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. It also offers enhanced Quality of Service with rate-limiting and utilizes a web-based console for easy network management. The ProSafe GS724TPS has a suggested retail price of $830 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
2 Built-in Shared SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 24 ports
True Stacking Support with 2 High-Speed Stacking Ports
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
802.1x Port Authentication and ACL Filtering
Enhanced QoS with Rate Limiting
IGMP Snooping
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

TRENDnet TE100-S5

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:19:29 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S5 is an entry-level, blue Ethernet switch featuring 5 Auto-MDIX Ethernet ports. The Auto-MDIX/auto-negotiation technology boosts network performance by ensuring network congestions and unnecessary network traffics do not occur. Plus each port provides dedicated bandwidth and half-full duplex modes. Additionally, the TE100-S5 supports store-and-forward switching and, even more importantly, it is compatible with all major operating systems, including Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Features

Entry-Level Switch
Blue Color
Ethernet Connectivity
5 Auto-MDIX Ethernet Ports
Auto Negotiation
Dedicated Bandwidth
Store-and-Forward Switching
100% OS Compatibility

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 802.3u 100Base-TX
Standards: IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
Switch Fabric: 1Gbps Forwarding Capacity
Topology: Star
Interface: 5 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Filtering Table: 1K Entries per Device
Buffer Memory: 384Kbits per Device

TRENDnet TEG-S80g

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:18:04 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S80g is an entry-level, 8-port Gigabit switch designed to provide fast Internet connections, while reducing power consumption by 70%. It is an immediate predecessor to the TEG-S80Dg that was announced at CES2010. It utilizes a deprecated version of GREENnet technology that reduces average power consumption to 5W, which is approximately 1.04W more than its superior sibling. It does, however, maintain 8 Gigabit ports, a switching capacity of 16Gbps, and a Data RAM Buffer of 128Kbytes. Plus the unit also supports Jumbo Frames up to 9216bytes; IEEE 802.3x Flow Control for full-duplex mode; Plug & Play compatibility, and diagnostic LEDs.

Features

Entry-Level Gigabit Switch
Precursor to TEG-S80Dg (CES2010
8 Gigabit Ports
GREENnet Technology (Earlier Version)
Reduced Power Consumption
16Gbps Store/Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
Jumbo Frames
Plug and Play
Diagnostic LEDs

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, 1000Base-T
Standards: IEEE 802.3x
Power Consumption: 5W
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
Switch Fabric: 16Gbps Forwarding
Interface: 8 10/100/1000 Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Data RAM Buffer: 128Kbytes
Filtering Table: 4K Entries

Netgear ProSafe FS108

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:33:03 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS108 is one of three entry-level, FS100 series desktop switches (FS105, FS108, FS116) released in 2004. They all feature 10/100Mbps auto-sensing connectivity and plug in via Ethernet cables and a power cord. The FS108 builds from the FS105 by adding along 3 additional UTP ports (8 total), improved bandwidth of 1.6Gbps, and a larger buffer memory of 96KB. Like its predecessor, the FS108 utilizes Auto Uplink technology to automatically determine whether the link requires a straight-through or cross-over connection. Plus each ports supports up to 200Mbps in dedicated bandwidth. Traffic flows flawlessly with automatic flow control (802.3x).

Features

FS100 Series
Entry-Level Desktop Switch
Step Up From FS105
Additional Bandwidth/Buffer Memory
10/100Mbps Auto Sensing Connectivity
8 UTP Ports
Auto Uplink Technology
Straight-Through/Cross-Over
200Mbps Dedicated Bandwidth
Flawless Traffic (802.3x)

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x
Ports: Eight 10/100Mbps Auto Speed-Sensing UTP
Forwarding Modes: Store-and-Forward
Bandwidth: 1.6Gbps
Buffer Memory: 96KB
Address Database: 1000
Addressing: 48-bit MAC
Model Names: FS108NA, FS108IS, FS108GR
Model Names: FS108UK, FS108AU

Netgear ProSafe GS605AV

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:56:10 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS605AV is a high-powered, 5-port Home Theater and Gaming Network Switch designed for at-home use. It’s engineered to connect networked TVs, TiVO, DVRs, BD players, game consoles, etc. at Gigabit speeds. In fact, the GS605AV supports full high-definition 1080p streaming; plus it optimizes Internet performance to enhance networked video, music, and gaming content. This is actually done manually, as the user can choose which device to prioritize based on the color-coded ports. In addition, the unit automatically detects cable length and adjusts power usage to save energy, which in turn saves on the electricity bill.

Features

Home Theater / Gaming Network Switch
5 Auto-Sending Gigabit Ports (UTP)
Full 1080p HD Streaming
Optimized Internet Performance
Manual Device Prioritization
Auto Power Down
Auto Green Mode (saves Energy)
80% Recycled Materials (Packaging)

Specifications

Ports: 5-Auto Sensing 10/100/1000 UTP
Jumbo Frames: 9216bytes

Netgear ProSafe GS724T-300

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:03:27 -0400

The ProSafe GS724T-300 is a 24-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is specially designed for SMB customers with features that support high bandwidth applications on SMB networks. Like the GS724T, it features 24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports for non-blocking 48 Gbps bandwidth and has two dual-personality SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. However, the switch is an upgrade to the GS724T since it also offers advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. The ProSafe GS724T-300 includes smart switch capabilities for managing the network with performance monitoring, VLAN, port trunking, and Class of Service functionality. It also offers enhanced Quality of Service with rate-limiting and is designed to be energy efficient with an auto power-down feature. The ProSafe GS724T-300 has a suggested retail price of $425 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
Non-Blocking 48 Gbps Bandwidth
2 Dual-Personality SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
802.1x Port Authentication and ACL Filtering
Enhanced QoS with Rate Limiting
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Energy Efficient with Auto Power-Down
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe GS748TS

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 23:34:33 -0400

The ProSafe GS748TS is a 48-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized businesses with basic features that provide secure, reliable performance. It is an upgrade to the GS724TS, featuring 48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports and has four shared SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. The switch also includes two dedicated high-speed stacking ports that can be used to stack up to 6 units and 288 ports. The ProSafe GS748TS includes advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. It also offers advanced Quality of Service with layer 3-based prioritization and rate-limiting functionality. The ProSafe GS748TS has a retail price of $640 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
4 shared SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
2 Dedicated High-Speed Hot-Swappable Stacking Ports at Rear
Stackable up to six units and 288 ports
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
Advanced Quality of Service
Layer 3-based (DSCP, TOS) prioritization
Rate-Limiting
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe GS748TP

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 15:16:13 -0400

The ProSafe GS748TP is a 48-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. It is an upgrade to the GS724TP since it features 48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports for non-blocking 48 Gbps bandwidth and has four combination SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. The switch is an upgrade to the GS748T since it is PoE capable with built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 24 ports and a total power budget of 384 watts. It also offers advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. The ProSafe GS748TP includes smart switch capabilities for managing the network with performance monitoring, VLAN, port trunking, and Class of Service functionality. It also offers enhanced Quality of Service with rate-limiting and utilizes a web-based console for easy network management. The ProSafe GS748TP has a suggested retail price of $1400 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
4 Combination SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 48 ports
384 Watts Total Power Budget
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
802.1x Port Authentication and ACL Filtering
Enhanced QoS with Rate Limiting
IGMP Snooping
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Linksys EtherFast BEFSR41-RM

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:02:19 -0400

The LinkSys EtherFast BEFSR41-RM is a wired router manufactured by Cisco. It allows for multiple computers within the same household to share an Internet connection. It features a 4-port switch, support for DCHP and Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP), and QoS Prioritization. When compared to another model in the EtherFast line, the BEFVP41, the BEFSR41-RM lacks the various encryption capabilities. However, it still serves its function as an inexpensive network splitter.

The 4-port switch of the BEFSR41-RM allows up to four computers to share the same Internet connection. In addition, one may also link up to more hubs or switches, to connect further computers to a network. The DCHP support enables users to automatically obtain a temporary IP address, while the UPnP support lets users connect and set up their network connection seamlessly. QoS Prioritization is used in order to optimize the speed of a users network.

Features

4-Port Cable/DSL switch
DCHP and UPnP support
QoS Prioritization (based on port or service type)
Included Set-Up wizard
Built-in NAT security
Firewall (with MAC address and port filtering)
Supports IPSec and PPTP Passthrough
Upgradable through Internet connection
Able to automatically detect straight or cross-over cable
Supports Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

Netgear ProSafe FSM7250RS

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:03:29 -0400

The ProSafe FSM7250RS is a managed Fast Ethernet switch from Netgear, released in 2009. This switch has 48 auto-sensing 10/100 ports and two combo 10/100/1000 Mbps ports. Compared to the ProSafe FSM7226RS, this switch has twice the number of ports. Optionally, 1GE SFP ports can be enabled via an adapter for fiber connectivity. Features include static routing, which provides reliable transmission of data between VLANs and network segments. Also, two HDMI-based stacking ports can be found on the back of the device to provide dedicated bandwidth for up to 8 individual units. The ProSafe FSM7250RS comes in a 1U rack-mount form factor. According to Netgear, this uses less rack space and provides a lower per-port cost when compared to other Fast Ethernet switches. The Netgear ProSafe FSM7250RS can be accessed securely through a web interface or through the command line via SSH.

Features

Bandwidth: 23.6 Gbps; 10.1 Mpps
48 RJ-45 connectors for 10BASE-T, 100BASE-X
Auto Uplink and auto negotiate on all ports
2 1000Base-X with optional SFP connectors for fiber connection
2 stacking ports at 2.5 Gbps each
RS-232 console port
Netgear Lifetime Warranty
Power consumption: 33w
Dimensions & weight: 17.32 x 10.1 x 1.7 in, 7.9 lb

Netgear ProSafe JFS516

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:25:52 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe JFS516 is a low-cost network switch to help users in the office environment share bandwidth properly. Each of the 16 ports is 10/100 Mbps, and a host of automatic detection functions make setup very easy. There is very little configuration involved, as the switch will detect 10 and 100 Mbps devices, full or half duplexing, and whether you're using straight-through or crossover cables. You can also mix and match devices of various bandwidths without a conflict. This unit mounts in a standard 19-inch rack.

Features

16-ports
10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch
Automatic speed detection
Full/half duplex sensing
200 Mbps per port in full duplex
Auto Uplink™ (adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables)
Mixing 10 and 100 Mbps devices supported
Mounts in a standard 19-inch rack

Netgear ProSafe GS748TR

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 15:38:04 -0400

The ProSafe GS748TR is a 48-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized businesses with basic features that provide secure, reliable performance. It is an upgrade to the GS724TR, featuring 48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports and has two dual-personality SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. It is an upgrade to the GS748T since it also supports 32 static routes for inter VLAN routing and better bandwidth management. The ProSafe GS748TR includes advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. It also includes smart switch capabilities for managing the network with performance monitoring, VLAN, port trunking, and Class of Service functionality. The ProSafe GS748TR has a retail price of $1600 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
4 Shared SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Supports 32 Static Routes
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
Auto Voice VLAN
Layer 3-based (DSCP, TOS) prioritization
Layer 4-based (TCP/UDP port numbers) prioritization
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

TRENDnet TE100-S800i

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:34:45 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S800i is an 8-port 10/100Mbps Layer 2 managed switch. This device utilizes a 3.8Gbps backplane, meaning it can connect to numerous other devices on a business network. Each of the 8 included ports are Auto-MDIX, meaning the connection type is automatically configured regardless of what kind of cable is used (straight-through or crossover). Features include Layer 2 software management, allowing for network administrators to perform SNMP and IGMP tasks for multimedia applications such as online video streaming. Administrators can also manage individual ports by status, or implement link aggregation (“trunking”) for flexible load distribution or fail-safe redundancy purposes. The TE100-S800i can be configured via RS-232 console port, telnet, and any HTTP web browser. The device’s firmware can upgraded with a standard web browser, similar to many consumer level networking products.

Features/Specs

8 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX Ports
Supports switch Fabric up to 3.8GBps
IGMP Snooping with Query Mode Support for Multi-Media Application
Supports Broadcast Storm Filtering
Supports Port Status Control (Status, Auto-Negotiation, Speed, Duplex and Flow Control)
Supports Port Trunking with Flexible Load Distribution Control and Fail-Over Functions
Supports Port-Based VLAN and IEEE 802.1Q Tag-Based VLAN
Supports IP Multicast, Port Mirroring, Spanning Tree, SNMP and RMON
Supports Port Security and IEEE 802.1p Class of Services
Store-and-Forward Switching Architecture with Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
5-year limited warranty

Netgear GS605

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 11:19:10 -0400

The switch provides access through 5 ports on speeds of 10, 100 and 1000 Mbps ports.

Netgear ProSafe FSM7226RS

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:03:08 -0400

The ProSafe FSM7226RS is a managed Fast Ethernet switch from Netgear, released in March of 2009. The ProSafe FSM7226RS has 24 auto-sensing 10/100 ports and two combo 10/100/1000 Mbps ports. Compared to the ProSafe FSM7250RS, this switch has half the number of ports. Optionally, 1GE SFP ports can be enabled via an adapter for fiber connectivity. Features include static routing, which provides reliable transmission of data between VLANs and network segments. Also, two HDMI-based stacking ports can be found on the back of the device to provide dedicated bandwidth for up to 8 individual units. The ProSafe FSM7226RS comes in a 1U rack-mount form factor. According to Netgear, this uses less rack space and provides a lower per-port cost when compared to other Fast Ethernet switches. The Netgear ProSafe FSM7226RS can be accessed securely through a web interface or through the command line via SSH.

Features/Specs

Bandwidth: 18.8 Gbps; 6.5 Mpps
24 RJ-45 connectors for 10BASE-T, 100BASE-X
Auto Uplink and auto negotiate on all ports
2 1000Base-X with optional SFP connectors for fiber connection
2 stacking ports at 2.5 Gbps each
RS-232 console port
Netgear Lifetime Warranty
Power consumption: 15w
Dimensions & weight: 17.32 x 8.1 x 1.7 in, 6.2 lb

TRENDnet TEG-S2620is

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:34:36 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S2620is is a 24-port 10/100Mbps Layer 2 stackable switch. This device utilizes two shared gigabit Ethernet ports and two mini-GBIC slots to provide high speed uplink connections to backbone switches or servers. When stacked, 8 individual TEG-S2620is switches can be used simultaneously. Layer 2 management features include 802.1X authentication, SNMP v1 and Rapid Spanning Tree support. Administrators can also manage individual ports by status, or implement link aggregation (“trunking”) for flexible load distribution or fail-safe redundancy purposes. These features are especially useful for optimizing multimedia applications such as online video streaming. The TEG-S2620is can be configured via HyperTerminal, telnet, SNMP and any HTTP web browser. The device’s firmware can upgraded with a standard web browser, similar to many consumer level networking products. This switch will fit in a 19” (1U) rack mounting system, and comes with the required hardware.

Features/Specs

24 x 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation and Auto-MDIX RJ-45 ports
2 x shared Gigabit RJ-45 ports and Mini-GBIC slots
1 x RS-232 DB-9 console port
8K MAC and 4K VLAN
Port Based VLAN and 802.1Q VLAN
Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) supported
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control for half/full duplex support
IGMP support for multi-media applications up to 256 groups
2-Level priority queuing Quality of Service (QoS)
IEEE 802.3ad port trunking with LACP
Supports IP multicast, SNMP and RMON
Supports IEEE 802.1x/RADIUS user authentication

Netgear ProSafe GS724T

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:40:14 -0400

The ProSafe GS724T is a 24-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized businesses with basic features that provide secure, reliable performance. It features 24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports for non-blocking 48 Gbps bandwidth and has two dual-personality SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. The ProSafe GS724T includes smart switch capabilities for managing the network with performance monitoring, VLAN, port trunking, and Class of Service functionality. It is a step down from the ProSafe GS724AT since it lacks advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. The ProSafe GS724T has a retail price of $325 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
Non-Blocking 48 Gbps Bandwidth
2 Dual-Personality SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

TRENDnet TEG-S081FMi

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:28:48 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S081FMi is an 8-port 100Base-FX Layer 2 managed switch. This device utilizes a 3.8Gbps backplane, meaning it can accommodate multiple networks over a wide geographical range. Each of the 8 included ports are multi-mode 100Base-FX SC (fiber optic). Features include Layer 2 software management, allowing for network administrators to perform IGMP snooping with query mode and broadcast storm filtering. Administrators can also manage individual ports by status, or implement link aggregation (“trunking”) for flexible load distribution or fail-safe redundancy purposes. These features are especially useful for optimizing multimedia applications such as online video streaming. The TEG-S081FMi can be configured via RS-232 console port, telnet, and any HTTP web browser. The device’s firmware can upgraded with a standard web browser, similar to many consumer level networking products. This switch will fit in a 19” (1U) rack mounting system, and comes with the required kit.

Features

1 x 1000Base mini GBIC Slot for optional mini GBIC module
Layer 2 management switch with full software support
IGMP snooping with query mode support for multi-media application
Supports Port status control (status, auto-negotiation, speed, duplex and flow control)
Supports port trunking with flexible load distribution control and fail-over functions
Supports port-based VLAN and IEEE 802.1Q tag-based VLAN
Supports IP multicast, port mirroring, spanning tree, SNMP and RMON
Configuration via RS-232 console port, telnet, and web browser (HTTP)
19” (1U) Rack mount design (kit included)
5-year limited warranty

TRENDnet TE100-S80g

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:19:39 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S80g is an entry-level, 8-port Ethernet switch designed as a more affordable alternative to the Gigabit TEG-S80g. It lacks its superior sibling’s Gigabit connectivity, but it does also host GREENnet technology for reduced power consumption. It should be noted, however, that it only provides a cut of 40% versus 70%. Like its predecessor, the TE100-S80g features a switching capacity of 1.6Gbps, a Data RAM Buffer of 128Kbytes, and supports for Jumbo Frames up to 9216bytes. Included also is IEEE 802.3x Flow Control for full-duplex mode; Plug & Play compatibility, and diagnostic LEDs.

Features

Entry-Level Gigabit Switch
Precursor to the TEG-S80g
GREENnet Technology
Reduced Power Consumption
1.6Gbps Store/Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
Jumbo Frames
Plug and Play
Diagnostic LEDs

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX
Standards: IEEE 802.3x
Power Consumption: 2.5W
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
Switch Fabric: 1.6Gbps Forwarding
Interface: 8 10/100 Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Data RAM Buffer: 128Kbytes
Filtering Table: 1K Entries

TRENDnet TE100-S16Eg

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:18:35 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S16Eg is a 16-port Ethernet switch featuring TRENDnet’s proprietary GREENnet technology, which automatically adjusts power voltage, resulting in a 30% reduction in overall energy consumption. It lacks the Gigabit connectivity of the TEG-S80g and TEG-S80Dg, but it makes up for this by incorporating 8 additional ports. Featured also on the TE100-S16Eg is store-and-forward switching architecture with non-blocking wire-speed performance; not to mention IEEE 802.3x flow control support and plug & play installation. Signature to the switch is that it works with all major operating systems: Windows, Macintosh, AND Linux.

Features

Ethernet Switch
16 Ethernet Ports
GREENnet Technology
30% Reduction in Energy Consumption
Store-and-Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control Support
Plug and Play Installation
100% OS Compatibility

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX,
Standards: IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
Power Consumption: 6W
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
Switch Fabric: 3.2Gbps Forwarding
Interface: 16 10/100 Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Data RAM Buffer: 612Kbytes
Filtering Table: 8K Entries

TRENDnet TEG-S24R

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:17:42 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S24R is a compact 24-port Gigabit Switch that is rack mountable and features Jumbo Frame packet transfers up to 12.2Kbytes. It’s only 11” wide and can easily fit underneath a desk. Included with the Switch is store-and-forward switching; storm protection broadcasts; and 48Gbps switching. Plus each port is outfitted with an Auto-MDIX feature that automatically detects and adjusts the connection with either straight-through or crossover cable.

Features

Compact Gigabit Switch
24 Gigabit Ports
Store/Forward Switching
Storm Protection Broadcasts
500Kbytes Data Buffering RAM
Jumbo Frame Packet Transfer
802.3x Flow Control
5-year limited warranty

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 802.3 100Base-TX, 802.3ab 1000Base-T
Interface: 24 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-MDIX RJ-45
Switch Fabric: 48Gbps Forwarding
DATA RAM Buffer: 500Kbytes
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission: Store-and-Forward

TRENDnet TEG-S240TX

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:17:36 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S240TX is a 24-port, rack mountable Gigabit Switch released as an upgrade from the 16-port TEG-S160TX. It incorporates 8 additional ports, but it too features auto-negotiation technology, which automatically negotiates between different network speeds. Plus each port is outfitted with an Auto-MDIX feature that automatically detects and adjusts the connection with either straight-through or crossover cable. Included are half/full duplex modes; a 48Gbps switching capacity; and non-blocking wire speed reception and transmission.

Features

Gigabit Switch
24 Gigabit Ports
Auto-Negotiation
Auto-MDIX
Rack Mountable
Full/Half Duplex
Store-Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire Speed
340KBytes RAM Data Buffering
Extensive Front Panel Diagnostic LEDs
Standard 19” Rack-Mount Size
5-year limited warranty

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Standards: 802.3x Full Duplex Flow Control
Transmission: Store-and-Forward
Switch Fabric: 48Gbps Forwarding
DATA RAM Buffer: 300Kbytes

TRENDnet TEG-S224

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:17:30 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S224 is a 26-port 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 24 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports and 2 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit ports. The Gigabit ports are designed to either connect directly to a server or to be uplinked with other Gigabit Switches to create a high-bandwidth Gigabit backbone. Each port is outfitted with an Auto-MDIX feature that automatically detects and adjusts the connection with either straight-through or crossover cable. Included are half/full duplex modes; a store-and-forward switching method; and 2.5MB RAM data buffering support.

Features

Gigabit Switch
24 Ethernet Ports
2 Gigabit Ports
Auto-MDIX
Rack Mountable
Full/Half Duplex
Store-Forward Switching
2.5MB RAM Data Buffering
5-year limited warranty

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Standards: 802.3x Full Duplex Flow Control
Ports: 24 10/100 + 2 10/100/1000
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
DATA RAM Buffer: 2.5MB per Device

TRENDnet TEG-S160TX

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:15:50 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S160TX is a 16-port, rack mountable Gigabit Switch featuring auto-negotiation technology, which automatically negotiates between different network speeds. Each port is outfitted with an Auto-MDIX feature that automatically detects and adjusts the connection with either straight-through or crossover cable. Included are half/full duplex modes; a 31Gbps switching capacity; and non-blocking wire speed reception and transmission.

Features

Gigabit Switch
16 Gigabit Ports
Auto-Negotiation
Auto-MDIX
Rack Mountable
Full/Half Duplex
Store-Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire Speed
340KBytes RAM Data Buffering
Extensive Front Panel Diagnostic LEDs
Standard 19” Rack-Mount Size
5-year limited warranty

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Standards: 802.3x Full Duplex Flow Control
Transmission: Store-and-Forward
Switch Fabric: 31Gbps Forwarding
DATA RAM Buffer: 340Kbytes

Netgear ProSafe FSM7352PS

Fri, 07 May 2010 13:53:14 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe FSM7352PS is a 48-port Fast Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch, released in 2009. Four additional Gigabit Ethernet connections are available for stacking purposes. Optional Gigabit fiber interface adapters can be utilized in for uplink connectivity, such as to a larger network backbone. Compared to the ProSafe FSM7352S, this model features PoE (Power over Ethernet) connectivity. According to Netgear, this device is best suited for routing data between VLANs and network segments. Managed Layer 3 services include port-based routing, RIP v1/v2, Access Control Lists, DNS caching and QoS control on all 10/100 interfaces. The ProSafe FSM7352PS can be stacked in conjunction with up to eight other switches. The Netgear ProSafe FSM7352PS is accessible through a secure web interface or through an SSH command line.

Features

48 x RJ-45 10/100 Mbps ports
4 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports
Optional adapters for fiber connectivity
PoE (Power over Ethernet)
Static VLAN (up to 512)
Class of Service (CoS)
Port-based routing
RIP v1/v2
Access control lists (MAC, IP, TCP)
DNS caching
QoS (DiffServ)
Network storm protection
Dimensions & weight: 17.32 x 15.16 x 1.7 in, 13.2 lb

Netgear ProSafe FSM7328S

Fri, 07 May 2010 13:53:04 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe FSM7328S is a 24-port Fast Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch, initially released in 2005. This product features an additional four Gigabit Ethernet connections to increase its stackability. Optional fiber adapters are compatible with this switch for uplink connectivity to a greater network backbone. Compared to the ProSafe FSM7328PS, this model lacks PoE (Power over Ethernet) support. According to Netgear, this switch is best suited for routing data between VLANs and network segments. Other managed Layer 3 services include port-based routing, RIP v1/v2, Access Control Lists, DNS caching and QoS control on all 10/100 interfaces. The ProSafe FSM7328S can be stacked up to eight times via the front-facing Gigabit Ethernet ports. The Netgear ProSafe FSM7328S can be accessed securely through a web interface or through an SSH command line.

Features

24 x RJ-45 10/100 Mbps ports
4 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports
Optional adapters for fiber connectivity
Static VLAN (up to 512)
Class of Service (CoS)
Port-based routing
RIP v1/v2
Access control lists (MAC, IP, TCP)
DNS caching
QoS (DiffServ)
Network storm protection
Dimensions & weight: 17.32 x 8.1 x 1.7 in, 7.0 lb

Netgear ProSafe FSM7328PS

Fri, 07 May 2010 12:51:38 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe FSM7328PS is a 24-port Fast Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch, released in 2007. As a stackable switch, this product features an additional four Gigabit Ethernet uplink connections. Optional small form-factor pluggable adapters can be used for fiber uplink connectivity capabilities, such as to a greater network backbone. Compared to the ProSafe FSM7328S, this model features PoE (Power over Ethernet) connectivity for wire-speed performance. Netgear recommends this switch for routing data between VLANs and other forms of network segmentation. Bandwidth intensive applications like VoIP telephony and video conferencing can also be managed with this product. The ProSafe FSM7328PS can be stacked up to eight times via the Gigabit Ethernet ports found on the front of the switch. Security features include port-based authentication and access control lists to regulate user access. The Netgear ProSafe FSM7328PS can be accessed securely through a web interface or through the command line via SSH.

Features

24 x RJ-45 10/100 Mbps ports
4 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports
Optional SFP connectors for fiber connectivity
PoE (Power over Ethernet) support
Static VLAN (up to 512)
Class of Service (CoS)
VLAN & port VLAN routing
Rapid Spanning Tree/Multiple Spanning Tree
Port access authentication
Access control lists (MAC, IP, TCP)
Network storm protection
Dimensions & weight: 17.32 x 10.12 x 1.70 in, 8.316 lb

Netgear ProSafe FSM726E

Thu, 06 May 2010 14:06:57 -0400

The ProSafe FSM726E is a Layer 2 managed switch from Netgear, released in 2009. This switch is the “enhanced” version of the ProSafe FSM726 with additional Layer 2 services. This switch features 24 10/100 ports, two Gigabit Ethernet connections with fiber connectivity via small form-factor pluggable adapters. According to the manufacturer, this entry-level product is best suited for high-density workgroups or in the backbone of small-sized networks. A wide range of Layer 2 VLAN features are supported by this device. Administrators can configure up to 512 static VLANs, protocol VLAN & port VLAN, Voice VLAN and IP subnet-based VLAN. Storm protection, including broadcast, multicast and unicast is supported for traffic-heavy and diverse network loads. The Netgear ProSafe FSM726E can be accessed securely through a web interface or through the command line via SSH.

Features

Bandwidth: 8.8 Gbps
24 x RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX
2 x RJ-45 ports for 1000Base-T
Fiber support
Static VLAN (Up to 512)
Protocol VLAN
Port VLAN
Voice VLAN
IP subnet-based VLAN
Spanning Tree Protocol/ Rapid Spanning Tree
Power consumption: 15W (max)
Dimensions & weight: 17.32 x 8.1 x 1.7 in, 6.1 lb

Netgear ProSafe FS116P

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:09:05 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS116P is a midgrade-level switch featuring support for Power over Ethernet (PoE) over a single Cat-5 cable. Included are sixteen 10/100Mbps ports, eight of which can supply IEEE 802.3af power. They include an advanced auto-sensing algorithm to ensure non-PoE equipment isn’t inadvertently damaged. The goal is to simplify the installation of wireless access points and IP-based surveillance cameras by removing the need for a dedicated electrical outlet. Additional features include front-panel LEDs that keps the user informed of switch/PoE status; support for 802.3p Quality of Service (QoS) priority tags; and Auto Uplink Technology.

Features

Midgrade Switch
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
8 Ethernet Ports
8 Ethernet/PoE Ports
Auto-Sensing Algorithm
Front-Panel LEDs
Quality of Service (QoS)
Auto Uplink Technology
Flawless Traffic (802.3x)

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x
Standards: 802.3p, 802.3af
Ports: Sixteen 10/100Mbps Ethernet
Forwarding Mode: Store-and-Forward
Bandwidth: 3.2Gbps
Buffer: 96KB per Unit
Database: 1000 MAC
Model Names: FS116PNA, FS116PEU, FS116PAU

TRENDnet TEG-240WS

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:35:10 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-240WS is an advanced, 24-port Gigabit Web Smart Switch released as an immediate successor to the 16-port TEG-160WS. It features full Gigabit connectivity with two shared shared Mini-GBIC slots for connecting to a fiber network. In addition, the TEG-240WS supports a faster 48Gbps forwarding capacity, but like its predecessor, it allows the user to configure speed, flow control, and port-based QoS (limited to Normal/High queues) for each port. Included also is support for SNMP v1, 802.1X, STP, 802.1Q VLAN, IGMP snooping, Broadcast Storm Control, and port Trunking. Interface is key though, as the TEG-240WS utilizes a web-browser management interface that they claim even non-experts can figure out.

Features

Gigabit Web Smart Switch
24 Gigabit Ports
2 Shared Mini-GBIC Slots
Managed Layer 2 Features
QoS Service (Normal/High)
SNMP v1 Status/Event Data
802.1X / Q-VLAN
Broadcast Storm Control
Port Trunking
Store/Forward Switching Method
Jumbo Frame Packets
Web Configuration

Standards

IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T
IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-SX/LX (Mini-GBIC)
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control and Back Pressure
IEEE 802.3ad Port Trunk
IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
IEEE 802.1p QoS
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tag
IEEE 802.1X Authentication
SNMP v1

Specifications

Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission: Store-and-Forward
Interface: 24x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto MDIX
Interface: 2x 1000Base-SX/LX Mini-GBIC Slots
Data RAM Buffers: 512Kbytes per Device
Filtering Address Table: 8K entries per Device
Switch Fabric: 48Gbps Forwarding Capacity

D-Link DES-1108

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:27:42 -0400

The D-Link DES-1108 is a compact 8-port Ethernet switch geared for users trying to expand their at-home wired network. It builds from the 5-port DES-1105 by adding along three more Ethernet ports, though it maintains its predecessor’s non-blocking wire-speed architecture for seamless 200Mbps bandwidth per port in full-duplex mode. Like its predecessor, the DES-1108 requires no crossover cables, and it’s capable of auto-sensing whether the attached network device is running at 10Mbps or 100Mbps. 99% of people who’ve purchased the switch give it a thumbs up, heralding it as an optimal solution for those seeking affordable network expansion.

Features

8-Port Switch
Non-Blocking, Wire-Speed Architecture
Plug/Play Compatiblity
IEEE 802.3 Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u Fast Ethernet
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
Eight 10/100BASE-TX Ports
Store-and-Forward Transmission
200Mbps Maximum Bandwidth
Minimized Bottlenecks

Netgear ProSafe GS724AT

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:34:22 -0400

The ProSafe GS724AT is a 24-port gigabit smart switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized businesses, with advanced features that provide secure, reliable performance. It features 24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports along with 4 shared SFP fiber ports which are suitable for applications that demand a great deal of bandwidth. The ProSafe GS724AT includes 802.1x port authentication and Access Control Lists (ACL) for network security. It also utilizes a Web-browser interface making it easy to manage and offers enhanced Quality of Service features with auto-voice VLAN and rate-limiting. The ProSafe GS724AT has a suggested retail price of $520 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
4 built-in shared SFP Gigabit Ethernet fiber ports
Auto-sensing and auto-negotiating capabilities
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
802.1x port authentication and ACL filtering
Enhanced QoS with Auto-Voice VLAN and Rate Limiting
IGMP Snooping
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe FS750T2

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:29:42 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS750T2 is an advanced 10/100/1000 Ethernet switch featuring 48 10/100 Ethernet ports, 2 10/100/1000 Gigabit ports, and two dual-personality SFP slots for fiber gigabit connectivity. Pivotal to the FS750T2 is its extensive range of management functions, all of which can be easily accessed by the unit’s web-based Smart Switch management system. Some of the functions include performance monitoring, port configurations, VLAN traffic control, port trunking, CoS prioritization, 802.1D spanning tree protocol, and private enterprise MIB. Like its smaller peers (the FS726TP and FS726T), the FS750T2 isn’t as complex as a full Layer 2/Layer 3 management implementation, but it’s almost as powerful as one.

Features

Advanced Gigabit Ethernet
48 Ethernet Ports (MDI-MDIX)
2 Gigabit Ports (MDI-MDIX)
2 Dual-Personality SFP Slots
Web-Based Smart Switch System
Performance Monitoring
Port Configurations
VLAN Traffic Control
Port Trunking
CoS Prioritization
Spanning Tree Protocol
Private Enterprise MIB

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3x
Ports: Forty-Eight 10/100Mbps Ethernet, MDI-MDIX
Ports: 2 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit, MDI-MDIX
Ports: 2 Dual Personality SFP Slots for SFP GBIC Modules
Model Names: FS750T2NA, FS750T2EU, FS750T2AU, FS750T2JP
Warranty: 5-Year Limited

Administrative Switch Management

IEEE 802.1Q static VLAN (Up to 64)
Port-based VLAN (Up to 50)
IEEE 802.1p Class of Service (CoS)
Port-based QoS
IEEE802.3ad (manual) link aggregation
IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
RFC 1157 SNMP V1 and V2c
RFC 1213 MIB II
RFC 1643 Ethernet Interface MIB
RFC 1493 Bridge MIB
RFC 2131 DHCP client
Private Enterprise MIB
Port mirroring support
Web-based configuration
Configuration backup/restore
Password access control
Firmware upgradeable

D-Link DGS-2208

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:41:50 -0400

The D-Link DGS-2208 is an energy-efficient Gigabit switch designed to save up to 73% power. It builds from the original DGS-2205 by incorporating three additional ports, though all other features are directly inherited. This includes D-Link Green Technology for the aforementioned power savings, 802.3x Flow Control for dull duplex mode, and back-pressure flow control for half-duplex mode. Like its predecessor, the DGS-2208 can be attached to any 10, 100, or 1000Mbps device, as Auto MDI/MDI-X crossover has already been integrated into every port.

Features

8-Port Gigabit Switch
D-Link Green Technology
73% Reduced Power Consumption
IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet
IEEE 802.3 Nway Auto-negotiation
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
IEEE 802.1p Qos Prioritization
Non-Blocking Switching Architecture
Plug/Play Compatible
Diagnostic LEDs

D-Link DGS-2205

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:27:42 -0400

The D-Link DGS-2205 is an energy-efficient Gigabit switch designed to save up to 73% power. It uses D-Link Green Technology to automatically detect link status and reduce the power consumption of ports that are idle. Featured are five 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit ports, 802.3x Flow Control for full duplex mode, and back-pressure flow control for half-duplex mode. More importantly, the DES-2205 is completely plug-and-play compatible, meaning it can be hooked up to any 10, 100, or 1000Mbps device without crossover cables or uplink ports.

Features

5-Port Gigabit Switch
D-Link Green Technology
73% Reduced Power Consumption
IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet
IEEE 802.3 Nway Auto-negotiation
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
IEEE 802.1p Qos Prioritization
Non-Blocking Switching Architecture
Plug/Play Compatible
Diagnostic LEDs

Netgear ProSafe FSM726

Thu, 06 May 2010 14:00:31 -0400

The ProSafe FSM726 is a Layer 2 managed switch from Netgear, released in 2008. The FSM726 features 24 10/100 ports and two Gigabit Ethernet connections. Fiber connectivity can be enabled via GBIC slots. Netgear recommends this device for small and growing business networks. Compared to 2010’s Netgear’s ProSafe FSM726-300, the older FSM726 has a smaller Layer 2 services feature set. Those in need of advanced VLAN and STP features should refer to the FSM726-300 model. Basic management features include SNMP, RMON, DHCP, and BootP. Other features include basic Static VLAN and Spanning Tree support, QoS traffic prioritization, port trunking and port mirroring. For reliability purposes, configuration files can be saved and reloaded when needed. The Netgear ProSafe FSM726 can be accessed securely through a web interface or through the command line via SSH.

Features

Bandwidth: 8.8 Gbps
24 x RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T and 100BASETX
2 x RJ-45 ports for 10BASE-T, 100BASETX, and 1000BASE-T
2 x GBIC slots for GBIC modules (fiber)
RS-232 Console Port
Static VLAN (Up to 64)
Spanning Tree Protocol/ Rapid Spanning Tree
Port Trunking
IGMP Snooping Support
Port Mirroring Support
Power consumption: 13.75W (max)
Dimensions & weight: 17.3 x 8.1 x 1.6 in, 7.0 lb

Netgear ProSafe JGS524F

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:52:48 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe JGS524F is a gigabit network switch for high traffic office environments. It is the same as the JGS524, but with addition of two hot-swappable Small Formfactor Pluggable (SFP) GBIC slots for fiber optic connectivity. Each port can handle 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps, and a host of automatic detection functions make setup very easy. There is very little configuration involved, as the switch will detect 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices, full or half duplexing, and whether you're using straight-through or crossover cables. You can also mix and match devices of various bandwidths without a conflict. This unit is rack mountable.

Features

24 ports
2 Small Formfactor Pluggable (SFP) GBIC slots
10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch
2000 Mbps per port in full duplex
Automatic speed detection
Full/half duplex sensing
200 Mbps per port in full duplex
Auto Uplink™ (adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables)
Mixing 10 and 100 Mbps devices supported
Rack mountable

Netgear ProSafe GS724TS

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:58:00 -0400

The ProSafe GS724TS is a 24-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized businesses with basic features that provide secure, reliable performance. Like the GS724T, it features 24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports and has four shared SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. It is an upgrade to the GS724T since it also includes two dedicated high-speed stacking ports that can be used to stack up to 6 units and 144 ports. The ProSafe GS724TS includes advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. It also offers advanced Quality of Service with layer 3-based prioritization and rate-limiting functionality. The ProSafe GS724TS has a retail price of $640 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
4 Shared SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
2 Dedicated High-Speed Hot-Swappable Stacking Ports at Rear
Stackable up to six units and 144 ports
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
Advanced Quality of Service
Layer 3-based (DSCP, TOS) prioritization
Rate-Limiting
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe FS752TPS

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:40:11 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS750T2 is an advanced 10/100/1000 Ethernet switch featuring 48 10/100 Ethernet ports, 4 10/100/1000 Gigabit ports, and two SFP slots for fiber gigabit connectivity. It’s an immediate successor to the 24-port FS726TP. Like its predecessor, it features Power over Ethernet for 24 of its ports, allowing the device to directly support and manage VoIP phones and IP-based surveillance cameras. Included also is a Web-based Smart Switch Management system for configuring ports, managing stack performance, setting up port trunks, handling VLANs, and prioritizing traffic. It also adds 801.x security and support for SNMP vc2 and v3.

Features

Advanced Gigabit Ethernet
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
48 Ethernet Ports (MDI-MDIX)
24 PoE (Ethernet)
4 Gigabit Ports (MDI-MDIX)
2 SFP Slots
Supports VoIP Phones
Supports IP-Based Surveillance
Web-based Smart Switch Management
Port Configurations
Stack Performance Management
VLAN Handling
Traffic Prioritization
801.x Security
SNMP vc2/v3

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z, 803.3x, 802.3af
Ports: Forty-Eight 10/100Mbps Ethernet, MDI-MDIX
Ports: Of 48, 24 support PoE
Ports: 4 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit, MDI-MDIX
Ports: 2 SFP Slots for SFP GBIC Modules
Model Names: FS752TPSNA, FS752TPSEU, FS752TPSAU, FS752TPSJP
Warranty: 5-Year Limited

TRENDnet TEG-S811Fi

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:35:00 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-S811Fi is an 8-port 10/100Mbps Layer 2 switch with a 5.6Gbps capacity. This device utilizes 1 copper RJ-45 Gigabit port and 1 mini-GBIC slot to provide high speed uplink connections to backbone switches or servers. This product is designed as a straightforward solution for companies looking to expand their network architecture. Layer 2 management features include SNMP, IGMP and VLAN configuration. Administrators can also manage individual ports by status, or implement link aggregation (“trunking”) for flexible load distribution or fail-safe redundancy purposes. These features are especially useful for optimizing multimedia applications such as online video streaming. The TEG-S811Fi can be configured via HyperTerminal, telnet, SNMP and any HTTP web browser. The device’s firmware can upgraded with a standard web browser, similar to many consumer level networking products.

Features/Specs

8 x 10/100Mbps RJ-45 Auto-MDIX ports
1 x 10/100/1000Mbps RJ-45 Auto-MDIX port and 1x 1000Base Mini-GBIC slot
5.6Gbps switching capacity
IGMP support for multi-media applications
Quality of Service (QoS) for bandwidth prioritization
Includes SNMP, RMON, port Mirroring, Spanning Tree protocol and port base VLAN/802.1Q
Port Trunking, Broadcast Storm filtering, flow control and port security
Flexible load distribution control and fail-over functions
Configuration via RS-232 console port, telnet and any Web browser (HTTP)
Supports up to 8,000 MAC address entries
System backup, restore and firmware upgrades

TRENDnet TEG-160WS

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:09:35 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-160WS is an advanced, 16-port Gigabit Web Smart Switch. It features 16 Gigabit ports with 2 shared Mini-GBIC slots for connecting to a fiber network; plus it delivers a 32Gbps switching capacity with managed layer 2 features. For each port, the user can configure speed, flow control, and port-based QoS (limited to Normal/High queues). Included also is support for SNMP v1, 802.1X, STP, 802.1Q VLAN, IGMP snooping, Broadcast Storm Control, and port Trunking. Interface is key though, as the TEG-160WS utilizes a web-browser management interface that they claim even non-experts can figure out.

Features

Gigabit Web Smart Switch
16 Gigabit Ports
2 Shared Mini-GBIC Slots
Managed Layer 2 Features
QoS Service (Normal/High)
SNMP v1 Status/Event Data
802.1X / Q-VLAN
Broadcast Storm Control
Port Trunking
Store/Forward Switching Method
Jumbo Frame Packets
Web Configuration

Standards

IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T
IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-SX/LX (Mini-GBIC)
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control and Back Pressure
IEEE 802.3ad Port Trunk
IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
IEEE 802.1p QoS
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tag
IEEE 802.1X Authentication
SNMP v1

Specifications

Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission: Store-and-Forward
Interface: 16x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto MDIX
Interface: 2x 1000Base-SX/LX Mini-GBIC Slots
Data Transfer: Up to 2000Mbps (Full-Duplex)
Data RAM Buffers: 512Kbytes per Device
Filtering Address Table: 8K entries per Device
Switch Fabric: 32Gbps Forwarding Capacity

Netgear ProSafe JFS524

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:00:18 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe JFS524 is a low-cost network switch to help users in the office environment share bandwidth properly. It is similar to the JFS516 in every way, but with 24 ports instead of just 16. Each of the ports is 10/100 Mbps, and a host of automatic detection functions make setup very easy. There is very little configuration involved, as the switch will detect 10 and 100 Mbps devices, full or half duplexing, and whether you're using straight-through or crossover cables. You can also mix and match devices of various bandwidths without a conflict. This unit mounts in a standard 19-inch rack.

Features

16-ports
10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch
Automatic speed detection
Full/half duplex sensing
200 Mbps per port in full duplex
Auto Uplink™ (adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables)
Mixing 10 and 100 Mbps devices supported
Mounts in a standard 19-inch rack

Netgear ProSafe FS605

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:52:35 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS605 is a simple 10/100 Ethernet switch featuring 5 Auto Uplink (MDI-MDIX) ports for connecting to PCs and peripherals, as well as hubs and switches (without special equipment). It’s geared primarily toward at-home use, although very small businesses can benefit from it as well. It’s restricted to standard 100Mbps speeds, but it is entirely plug-and-play, easy to use, and completely silent. Plus the FS605 supports both Windows and Macintosh platforms. Additional features include support for multiple PCs, multiple simultaneous-running applications, and multiple in-house video streaming.

Features

Simple Ethernet Switch
5 Auto Uplink Ports
MDI-MDIX
100Mbps Max Speed
Plug-and-Play
Silent Operationg
Win/Mac Compatibility
Supports Multiple Simultaneous PCS/Apps

Specifications

Standards: 802.3i, 802.3u, 802.3x
Ports: Five 10/100Mbps Ethernet, MDI-MDIX
Warranty: 3-Year Limited

Netgear ProSafe FSM7352S

Fri, 07 May 2010 13:53:24 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe FSM7352S is a 48-port Fast Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch, initially released in 2005. An additional four Gigabit Ethernet connections are available to increase this switch’s stackability. Optional Gigabit fiber interface adapters can be plugged in for uplink connectivity to a greater network backbone. Compared to the ProSafe FSM7328S, this model comes with an additional 24 10/100 ports. According to the manufacturer, this switch is best suited for routing data between VLAN environments and segmented networks. Managed Layer 3 services include port-based routing, RIP v1/v2, Access Control Lists, DNS caching and QoS control on all 10/100 interfaces. The ProSafe FSM7352S can be stacked up to eight times through the Gigabit Ethernet ports. The Netgear ProSafe FSM7352S can be accessed through a secure web interface or through an SSH command line.

Features

48 x RJ-45 10/100 Mbps ports
4 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports
Optional adapters for fiber connectivity
Static VLAN (up to 512)
Class of Service (CoS)
Port-based routing
RIP v1/v2
Access control lists (MAC, IP, TCP)
DNS caching
QoS (DiffServ)
Network storm protection
Dimensions & weight: 17.32 x 10.1 x 1.7 in, 7.0 lb

TRENDnet TE100-S810Fi

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:34:52 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S810Fi is an 8-port 10/100Mbps Layer 2 managed switch with 1 additional 100Base-FX fiber port. This device utilizes a 3.8Gbps backplane, meaning it can connect to numerous other devices on a business network. Each of the 8 included ports support Auto-Negotiation, meaning the switch can automatically determine the most compatible transmission parameters of other connected networking devices. Features include Layer 2 software management, allowing for network administrators to perform SNMP and IGMP tasks for multimedia applications such as online video streaming. Administrators can also manage individual ports by status, or implement link aggregation (“trunking”) for flexible load distribution or fail-safe redundancy purposes. The TE100-S810Fi can be configured via RS-232 console port, telnet, and any HTTP web browser. The device’s firmware can upgraded with a standard web browser, similar to many consumer level networking products.

Features/Specs

8 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX Port
1 x 100Base-FX SC type Multi-Mode Fiber Port
Supports switch Fabric up to 3.8GBps
IGMP Snooping with Query Mode Support for Multi-Media Application
Supports Broadcast Storm Filtering
Supports Port Trunking with Flexible Load Distribution Control and Fail-Over Functions
Supports Port-Based VLAN and IEEE 802.1Q Tag-Based VLAN
Supports IP Multicast, Port Mirroring, Spanning Tree, SNMP and RMON
Configuration via RS-232 Console Port, Telnet, and Web Browser (HTTP)
5-year limited warranty

TRENDnet TEG-424WS

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:35:18 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-424WS is an advanced, 24-port Gigabit Web Smart Switch featuring 24 Ethernet ports, 4 Gigabit ports, and 2 shared Mini-GBIC slots for connecting to a fiber network. It’s essentially a more compact and less expensive version of the 48-port TEG-2248WS. It too configures ports that can be configured for speed, flow control, and port-based QoS (limited to Normal/High queues). Included also support for SNMP v1, 802.1X, STP, 802.1Q VLAN, IGMP snooping, Broadcast Storm Control, and port Trunking. Interface is key though, as the TEG-424WS utilizes a web-browser management interface that they claim even non-experts can figure out.

Features

Gigabit Web Smart Switch
24 Ethernet Ports
4 Gigabit Ports
2 Shared Mini-GBIC Slots
Managed Layer 2 Features
QoS Service (Normal/High)
SNMP v1 Status/Event Data
802.1X / Q-VLAN
Broadcast Storm Control
Port Trunking
Store/Forward Switching Method
Jumbo Frame Packets
Web Configuration

Standards

IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T
IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-SX/LX (Mini-GBIC)
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control and Back Pressure
IEEE 802.3ad Port Trunk
IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
IEEE 802.1p QoS
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tag
IEEE 802.1X Authentication
SNMP v1

Specifications

Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission: Store-and-Forward
Interface: 24x 10/100Mbps Auto MDIX
Interface: 4x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto MDIX
Interface: 2x 1000Base-SX/LX Mini-GBIC Slots
Data RAM Buffers: 128Kbytes per Device
Filtering Address Table: 8K entries per Device
Switch Fabric: 12.8Gbps Forwarding Capacity

Netgear ProSafe GS748AT

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 22:10:09 -0400

The ProSafe GS748AT is a 48-port gigabit smart switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized businesses, with advanced features that provide secure, reliable performance. It is an upgrade to the ProSafe GS724AT since it features 48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports along with 4 shared SFP fiber ports which are suitable for applications that demand a great deal of bandwidth. The ProSafe GS748AT includes 802.1x port authentication and Access Control Lists (ACL) filtering for network security. It also utilizes a Web-browser interface making it easy to manage and offers enhanced Quality of Service features with auto-voice VLAN and rate-limiting. The ProSafe GS748AT has a suggested retail price of $950 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
Non-Blocking 48 Gbps Bandwidth
Four Shared SFP Ports
802.1x Port Authentication
Access Control Lists (ACL) Filtering
Enhanced QoS - Auto-Voice LAN, Rate-Limiting
IGMP Snooping
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe JGS516

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:39:01 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe JGS516 is a low-cost gigabit network switch for office environments. It is similar to the JFS516 in almost every way except for the raw bandwidth that it can support. In this case, each of the 16 ports can handle 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps, and a host of automatic detection functions make setup very easy. There is very little configuration involved, as the switch will detect 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices, full or half duplexing, and whether you're using straight-through or crossover cables. You can also mix and match devices of various bandwidths without a conflict. This unit mounts in a standard 19-inch rack.

Features

16 ports
10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch
2000 Mbps per port in full duplex
Automatic speed detection
Full/half duplex sensing
200 Mbps per port in full duplex
Auto Uplink™ (adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables)
Mixing 10 and 100 Mbps devices supported
Mounts in a standard 19-inch rack

Netgear ProSafe GS608

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:56:15 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS608 is an entry-level, 8-port Gigabit switch primarily designed for moving large files across an at-home network. It can simultaneously connect 8 devices with Gigabit speeds, but it includes automatic speed sensing and AutoUplink technology to ensure different-speed devices with different cable types don’t create a bottleneck. Plus like its smaller counterpart, the 5-port GS605, the GS608 is plug-n-play compatible with Win/Mac platforms, and it utilizes a fanless design for quiet operation. Included also are dual-color LEDs to monitor network connectivity, network speed, and network activity.

Features

At-Home Gigabit Switch
8 Auto-Sensing 10/100/1000 UTP Ports
AutoUplink Technology
Windows/Macintosh Compatibility
Fanless Design / Quiet Operation
Network LEDs for Monitoring
Lifetime Warranty

Specifications

Ports: 8-Auto Sensing 10/100/1000 UTP
Bandwidth: 16Gbps
MAC Address Table: 4000
Additional Standards: 802.1p, 802.3x
Model #s: GS608NA, GS608AU, GS608GR
Model #s: GS608UK, GS608FS, GS608IS

Netgear ProSafe GS108T

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:11:46 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS108T is an 8-port Gigabit smart switch that supports web-based management with a plethora of advanced features like ACL, 802.1x port authentication, QoS, rate limiting, and 1GMP Snooping. Geared for small and medium-sized businesses, the GS108T features eight 10/100/1000Mbps ports with support for Jumbo frames, allowing it to power 2000Mbps of data throughput in full-duplex mode per port. Included also is automatic speed and full/half-duplex sensoring, Auto Uplinking, and MAC-based port security. As the unit is built for amateurs and experts alike, it hosts a web-based management system that can be used to configure and troubleshoot all features, as well as monitor network traffic.

Features

8-Port Gigabit Smart Switch
Geared for Small Businesses
10/100/1000 Ethernet Connectivity
Support for Jumbo Frames
Support for Half/Full Duplex
Automatic Speed/Duplex Sensoring
Auto Uplinking Technology
Mac-Based Security
Web Management System
802.1p Based Prioritization
Layer 3-based (DSCP) Prioritization
Rate-Limiting
SNMP (v1,v2c)
Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP)
Link Aggregation Group (LAG)
802.1 Rapid Spanning Tree (RSTP)

Administrative Management Functions

IEEE 802.1Q Static VLAN (256 groups, Static)
Port-based VLAN (8 groups)
IEEE 802.1p Class of Service (CoS)
Port-based QoS
DSCP-based QoS
IEEE802.3ad Link Aggregation (manual or LACP)
IEEE 802.1w Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP)
IEEE 802.1ab Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP)
SNMP v1, v2c
RFC 1213 MIB II
RFC 1643 Ethernet Interface MIB
RFC 1493 Bridge MIB
RMON group 1, 2, 3, 9
RFC 2131 DHCP client
IEEE 802.1x with Guest VLAN
Jumbo frame support
Port-based security by locked MAC addresses
Storm control for broadcast, multicast and unknown unicast packets
IGMP Snooping v1/v2
Port-based ingress & egress rate limiting
SNTP
Port Mirroring Support (Many to one)
Web-based configuration
Configuration Backup/Restore
Password Access Control
RADIUS Support
Syslog
Firmware upgradeable

Specifications

Standards: 802.3u/ab/z, 802.3x
Ports: 8 10/100/1000 Auto-Sending UTP
Buffer Memory: 128KB Embedded
Address Database: 8000 MAC
Compatibility: Win/Mac
Warranty: Lifetime
Model #s: GS108T-100NAS, GS108T-100EUS, GS108T-100AUS, GS108T-100JPS

Netgear ProSafe GS724TR

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:54:58 -0400

The ProSafe GS724TR is a 24-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized businesses with basic features that provide secure, reliable performance. Like the GS724T, it features 24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports and has two dual-personality SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. It is an upgrade to the GS724T since it also supports 32 static routes for inter VLAN routing and better bandwidth management. The ProSafe GS724TR includes advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. It also includes smart switch capabilities for managing the network with performance monitoring, VLAN, port trunking, and Class of Service functionality. The ProSafe GS724TR has a retail price of $715 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
2 Dual-Personality SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Supports 32 Static Routes
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
Auto Voice VLAN
Layer 3-based (DSCP, TOS) prioritization
Layer 4-based (TCP/UDP port numbers) prioritization
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe GS724TP

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:09:54 -0400

The ProSafe GS724TP is a 24-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. Like the GS724T, it features 24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports for non-blocking 48 Gbps bandwidth and has two dual-personality SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. The switch is an upgrade to the GS724T since it is PoE capable with built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 24 ports. It also offers advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. The ProSafe GS724TP includes smart switch capabilities for managing the network with performance monitoring, VLAN, port trunking, and Class of Service functionality. It also offers enhanced Quality of Service with rate-limiting and utilizes a web-based console for easy network management. The ProSafe GS724TP has a suggested retail price of $690 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

24 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
2 Combination SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 24 ports
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
802.1x Port Authentication and ACL Filtering
Enhanced QoS with Rate Limiting
IGMP Snooping
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe FS752TS

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:40:15 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS752TS is an advanced 10/100/1000 Ethernet switch featuring 48 10/100 Ethernet ports, 4 10/100/1000 Gigabit ports, and two SFP slots for fiber gigabit connectivity. It’s a duplicate of the FS752TPS, except that the FS750T2 lacks its superior sibling’s support for Power over Internet (PoE). Pivotal to the FS752TS is its extensive range of management functions, all of which can be easily accessed by the unit’s web-based Smart Switch management system. Some of the functions include performance monitoring, port configurations, VLAN traffic control, port trunking, CoS prioritization, 802.1D spanning tree protocol, and private enterprise MIB.

Features

Advanced Gigabit Ethernet
48 Ethernet Ports (MDI-MDIX)
4 Gigabit Ports (MDI-MDIX)
2 SFP Slots
Web-based Smart Switch Management
Port Configurations
Stack Performance Management
VLAN Handling
Traffic Prioritization
Port Trunking
CoS Prioritization
Spanning Tree Protocol
Private Enterprise MIB

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z, 803.3x
Ports: Forty-Eight 10/100Mbps Ethernet, MDI-MDIX
Ports: Of 48, 24 support PoE
Ports: 4 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit, MDI-MDIX
Ports: 2 SFP Slots for SFP GBIC Modules
Model Names: FS752TSNA, FS752TSEU, FS752TSAU, FS752TSJP
Warranty: 5-Year Limited

Administrative Switch Management

IEEE 8021.Q VLAN (128 groups, static)
IEEE 802.1p Class of Service (CoS)
Port-based QoS
IEEE 802.3ad link aggregation (LACP)
IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
SNMP v1, v2c, v3
DSCP Layer 3 QoS
Guest VLAN
ACL – MAC address
RFC 1213 MIB II
RFC 1643 Ethernet interface MIB
RFC 1493 bridge MIB
RFC 2131 DHCP client
IEEE 802.1x
Port-based security by locked MAC addresses
Storm control for broadcast, multicast and unknown unicast packets
Port-based ingress/egress rate limiting
SNTP
RMON group 1, 2, 3, 9
Private enterprise MIB
Port mirroring support
Web-based configuration
Configuration backup/restore
Password access control
Firmware upgradeable

TRENDNet TE100-S24R

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:44:17 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S24R is a 24-port Ethernet switch designed for small businesses that aren’t quite ready for the Gigabit frontier. It’s essentially a revamped version of the 24-port, Gigabit TEG-S24R. Like its superior sibling, the TE100-S24R supports full/half-duplex modes for maximum network performance. Plus it automatically senses and adjusts between 10Base-T and 100Base-T network speeds, ensuring network bogs do not occur. . Included with the Switch is store-and-forward switching; storm protection broadcasts; and 4.8Gbps switching. And like its peer, the TE100-S24R is only 11” wide, making it small enough to fit right underneath a desk.

Features

Compact Ethernet Switch
24 Gigabit Ports
Store/Forward Switching
Storm Protection Broadcasts
500Kbytes Data Buffering RAM
Jumbo Frame Packet Transfer
802.3x Flow Control
5-year limited warranty

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 802.3 100Base-TX
Interface: 24 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX RJ-45
Switch Fabric: 4.8Gbps Forwarding
DATA RAM Buffer: 2Mbits per Device
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission: Store-and-Forward

Netgear ProSafe FS105

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:32:05 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS105 is one of three entry-level, FS100 series desktop switches (FS105, FS108, FS116) released in 2004. They all feature 10/100Mbps auto-sensing connectivity and plug in via Ethernet cables and a power cord. The FS105 is the base unit in the series and incorporates 5 ports. Once hooked up, the FS105 utilizes Auto Uplink technology to automatically determine whether the link requires a straight-through or cross-over connection. Plus each ports supports up to 200Mbps in dedicated bandwidth. Traffic flows flawlessly with automatic flow control (802.3x).

Features

FS100 Series
Entry-Level Desktop Switch
10/100Mbps Auto Sensing Connectivity
5 UTP Ports
Auto Uplink Technology
Straight-Through/Cross-Over
200Mbps Dedicated Bandwidth
Flawless Traffic (802.3x)

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x
Ports: Five 10/100Mbps Auto Speed-Sensing UTP
Forwarding Modes: Store-and-Forward
Bandwidth: 1Gbps
Buffer Memory: 64KB
Address Database: 1000
Addressing: 48-bit MAC
Model Names: FS105NA, FS105IS, FS105GR
Model Names: FS105UK, FS105AU, FS105JP

D-Link DSS-8E

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 11:16:09 -0500

The D-Link DSS-8E is an 8-port, standard 10/100 Ethernet switch designed to connect to a router, and then deliver network connectivity at up to speeds of 200Mbps. The unit uses a non-blocking wire-speed architecture to support a total 1.6Gbps switching capacity for minimized network congestion and latency. In addition, all ports are Auto/MDI-X, meaning crossover cables aren’t necessary. And there’s an included wide LED display for monitoring the status of each port. Additional features include a 1k-large MAC address table, approximately 57KB of packet buffer memory, and Energy Star 5 certification for reduced power consumption.

Features

Standard Ethernet Switch w/8 Ports
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Architecture
Half/Full-Duplex Modes
Fast Ethernet up to 200Mbps
Nway Auto-Negotiation
Flow Control
Store-and-Forward Transmission
RoHS Compliant
ENERGY STAR Compliant

Netgear ProSafe GS716T

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:17:01 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS716T is a 16-port Gigabit smart switch that supports web-based management with a plethora of advanced features like port trunks, VLANs, and traffic prioritization. Featured are 16 10/100/1000Mbps ports, each capable of powering 2000Mbps of data throughput in full duplex. Plus the unit incorporates dual personality SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet modules. Each port also hosts Auto Uplink, MAC-based security, and full/half-duplex sensoring. Signature to the GS716T is its browser-based management system, which allows users (both amateurs and experts) to easily and conveniently configure the unit for optimal performance.

Features

16-Port Gigabit Smart Switch
Half/Full Duplex Support
Auto Uplink Technology
MAC-Based Security (per port)
SFP Slots for Fiber Connectivity
Browser-Based Management System
Support for VLANS
Support for Traffic Prioritization
Support for Port Mirroring
Support for Link Aggregation

Administrative Management Functions

IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
RFC 1157 SNMP v1, v2c
RFC 1213 MIB II
RFC 1643 Ethernet Interface MIB
RFC1493 Bridge MIB
Private Enterprise MIB
Jumbo Frame Support (up to 9216 bytes)
IEEE 802.1Q Tag VLAN
GS716T: 64 Static VLANs
- Supports 16 port-based VLAN
GS724T: 128 Static VLANs
- Supports 24 port-based VLAN
IEEE 802.1p (Class of Service)
DSCP - L3 QoS
Port-based QoS (options High/Normal)
Port Trunking - Manual as per IEEE802.3ad Link Aggregation
DHCP client function
Access Control: Trusted MAC
Port mirroring (many-to-one)
Port setting
Web-based configuration, anywhere on the network
Smartwizard Discovery Utility program auto discovers devices (up to 254 agents/switches); set system configuration to each agent
Configuration backup/restore (easy to configure more than one switch)
Password access control and Restricted IP Access List
Firmware upgradeable

Specifications

Standards: 802.3u/ab, 802.3x
Ports: 16 10/100/1000 Auto-Sensing UTP
Ports: 2 Dual Personality SFP Slots
Jumbo Frame: Up to 9216byes
Bandwidth: 32Gbps
Mac Address: 8000
Buffer Memory: 256KB
Compatibility: Win/Mac
Warranty: Lifetime
Model #s: GS716TNA, GS716TEU, GS716TAU, GS716TJP

Netgear ProSafe GS605

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:48:30 -0400

The Netgear ProSafe GS605 is an entry-level, 5-port Gigabit switch primarily designed for moving large files across an at-home network. It connects up to 5 devices with Gigabit speeds and includes automatic speed sending and AutoUplink technology to seamlessly integrated different-speed devices (10/100/1000), regardless of the type of cable used. Plus the GS605 is plug-n-play compatible with both Windows and Macintosh platforms, and it utilizes a fanless design for quiet operation. Included also are dual-color LEDs to monitor network connectivity, network speed, and network activity.

Features

At-Home Gigabit Switch
5 Auto-Sensing 10/100/1000 UTP Ports
AutoUplink Technology
Windows/Macintosh Compatibility
Fanless Design / Quiet Operation
Network LEDs for Monitoring
Lifetime Warranty

Specifications

Ports: 5-Auto Sensing 10/100/1000 UTP
Bandwidth: 10Gbps
MAC Address Table: 4000
Additional Standards: 802.1p, 802.3x
Model #s: GS605NA, GS605AU, GS605GR, GS605UK
Model #s: GS605FS, GS605IS, GS605EE

Netgear ProSafe GS748T

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 15:02:46 -0400

The ProSafe GS748T is a 48-port gigabit switch from Netgear's ProSafe switch series. The switch is tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized businesses with basic features that provide secure, reliable performance. It is an upgrade to the GS724T since it features 48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports for non-blocking 48 Gbps bandwidth and has four SFP slots that can be used for fiber connectivity. The ProSafe GS748T includes smart switch capabilities for managing the network with performance monitoring, VLAN, port trunking, and Class of Service functionality. It is a step down from the ProSafe GS748AT since it lacks advanced security features like ACL filtering and 802.1x port authentication. The ProSafe GS748T has a retail price of $600 and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Features/Specs

48 10/100/1000 Mbps switching ports
Non-Blocking 48 Gbps Bandwidth
Four SFP slots for fiber Gigabit Ethernet
Auto Uplink™ on all ports
Performance Monitoring
VLAN for Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
Web-browser interface
Lifetime Warranty

Netgear ProSafe FS726TP

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:38:09 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS726TP is an advanced 10/100/1000 Ethernet switch that serves a midgrade option between unmanaged and fully managed switches. As an upgrade from the FS726T, the ProSafe FS726TP adds along Power over Ethernet (PoE) and an additional SFP GBIC slot (2 total). Like its predecessor, it hsots 24 10/100Mbps ports, 2 copper 10/100/1000Mbps ports, and an 8.8Gbps switching capacity for maximum data throughput. Plus the FS726TP includes an improved web-based management system featuring prioritization; support for SNMP (ideal for deploying access points); support for VoIP phones; and support for IP-based surveillance cameras. It’s not as complex as a full Layer 2/Layer 3 management implementation, but it’s almost as powerful as one.

Features

Advanced Gigabit Ethernet
Upgrade from FS726T
Adds Power over Ethernet (PoE)
24 Ethernet Ports (MDI-MDIX)
2 Gigabit Ports (MDI-MDIX)
2 SFP Slots
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Architecture
8.8Gbps Switching Capacity
Web-Based Smart Management
Prioritization
Performance Monitoring
Port Configurations
VLAN Traffic Control
Port Trunking
Class of Service (CoS)
SNMP
VoIP Phones
IP-Based Surveillance

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3z, 802.3x, 802.3af
Ports: Twenty-Four 10/100Mbps Ethernet, MDI-MDIX
Ports: 2 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit, MDI-MDIX
Ports: 2 SFP Slots for SFP GBIC Modules
Model Names: FS726TPNA, FS726TPEU, FS726TPAU, FS726TPJP
Warranty: 5-Year Limited

Netgear ProSafe FS108P

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:08:48 -0500

Features

FS100 Series
Entry-Level Desktop Switch
Top Entry-Level FS100 Unit
Most Bandwidth/Memory/Addresses
10/100Mbps Auto Sensing Connectivity
16 UTP Ports
Auto Uplink Technology
Straight-Through/Cross-Over
200Mbps Dedicated Bandwidth
Flawless Traffic (802.3x)

Specifications

Standards: 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x
Ports: Sixteen 10/100Mbps Auto Speed-Sensing UTP
Forwarding Modes: Store-and-Forward
Bandwidth: 3.2Gbps
Buffer Memory: 512KB
Address Database: 8000
Addressing: 48-bit MAC
Model Names: FS116NA, FS116UK, FS116-100LAS
Model Names: FS116AU

TRENDnet TEG-448WS

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:35:24 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-448WS is an advanced, 48-port Gigabit Web Smart Switch released as an immediate successor to the 24-port TEG-240WS. It is TRENDnet’s most powerful advanced switch and includes 1024Kbytes of data RAM buffers per device, as well as a 96Gbps forwarding capacity. Plus it double’s the TEG-240WS’s shared Mini-GBIC slots to four. Like its predecessor, it includes port configurations for speed, flow control, and port-based QoS (limited to Normal/High queues). Plus there’s also support for SNMP v1, 802.1X, STP, 802.1Q VLAN, IGMP snooping, Broadcast Storm Control, and port Trunking. Interface is key though, as the TEG-448WS utilizes a web-browser management interface that they claim even non-experts can figure out.

Features

Gigabit Web Smart Switch
48 Gigabit Ports
4 Shared Mini-GBIC Slots
Managed Layer 2 Features
QoS Service (Normal/High)
SNMP v1 Status/Event Data
802.1X / Q-VLAN
Broadcast Storm Control
Port Trunking
Store/Forward Switching Method
Jumbo Frame Packets
Web Configuration

Standards

IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T
IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-SX/LX (Mini-GBIC)
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control and Back Pressure
IEEE 802.3ad Port Trunk
IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
IEEE 802.1p QoS
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tag
IEEE 802.1X Authentication
SNMP v1

Specifications

Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission: Store-and-Forward
Interface: 48x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto MDIX
Interface: 4x 1000Base-SX/LX Mini-GBIC Slots
Data RAM Buffers: 1024Kbytes per Device
Filtering Address Table: 8K entries per Device
Switch Fabric: 96Gbps Forwarding Capacity

TRENDnet TEG-2248WS

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:35:03 -0500

The TRENDnet TEG-2248WS is an advanced, 48-port Gigabit Web Smart Switch. Unlike the 16-port TEG-160WS, the TEG-2248WS offers limited Gigabit connectivity. All 48 ports support 10/100 Ethernet connections, but only four of them are also configured for Gigabit connectivity. Of those four, two can be used as shared Mini-GBIC slots for connecting to a fiber network. Like its peer, the TEG-2248WS allows the user to configure configure speed, flow control, and port-based QoS (limited to Normal/High queues) for each port. Included also support for SNMP v1, 802.1X, STP, 802.1Q VLAN, IGMP snooping, Broadcast Storm Control, and port Trunking. Interface is key though, as the TEG-2248WS utilizes a web-browser management interface that they claim even non-experts can figure out.

Features

Gigabit Web Smart Switch
48 Ethernet Ports
4 Gigabit Ports
2 Shared Mini-GBIC Slots
Managed Layer 2 Features
QoS Service (Normal/High)
SNMP v1 Status/Event Data
802.1X / Q-VLAN
Broadcast Storm Control
Port Trunking
Store/Forward Switching Method
Jumbo Frame Packets
Web Configuration

Standards

IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T
IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-SX/LX (Mini-GBIC)
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control and Back Pressure
IEEE 802.3ad Port Trunk
IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol
IEEE 802.1p QoS
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tag
IEEE 802.1X Authentication
SNMP v1

Specifications

Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission: Store-and-Forward
Interface: 48x 10/100Mbps Auto MDIX
Interface: 4x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto MDIX
Interface: 2x 1000Base-SX/LX Mini-GBIC Slots
Data RAM Buffers: 128Kbytes per Device
Filtering Address Table: 8K entries per Device
Switch Fabric: 17.6Gbps Forwarding Capacity

TRENDnet TE100-S24g

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:19:18 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S24g is a 24-port Ethernet switch released an as immediate upgrade from the TE100-S16Eg. It adds along 8 additional Ethernet ports, an improved switch fabric (from 3.2Gbps to 4.8), and additional data RAM buffer (from 612Kbytes to 1.25Mbits). It too features GREENnet technology, which automatically adjusts power voltage. However, the TE100-S24g supports a 40% reduction in overall energy consumption, compared to just 30%. Featured also on the TE100-S24g is store-and-forward switching architecture with non-blocking wire-speed performance; not to mention IEEE 802.3x flow control support and plug & play installation. Signature to the switch is that it works with all major operating systems: Windows, Macintosh, AND Linux.

Features

Ethernet Switch
Upgrade from TE100-S16Eg
8 Additional Ports (24 Total)
Improved GREENnet Technology
Enhanced Switch Fabric
Additional Data RAM Buffer
Store-and-Forward Switching
Non-Blocking Wire-Speed Performance
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control Support
Plug and Play Installation
100% OS Compatibility

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX,
Standards: IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
Power Consumption: 6.5W
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Topology: Star
Switch Fabric: 4.8Gbps Forwarding
Interface: 24 10/100 Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Data RAM Buffer: 1.25Mbits
Filtering Table: 8K Entries

TRENDnet TE100-S24

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:19:13 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S24 is a 24-port Ethernet switch that builds from the TE100-S16 by incorporating 8 additional Ethernet ports. Plus the TE100-S24 hosts an improved switch fabric of 4.8Gbps (versus 3.2Gbps), as well as .25Mbits more (1.5 total) of data RAM buffering. Like its predecessor, the TE100-S24 supports full/half-duplex modes for maximum network performance. And it also automatically senses and adjusts between 10Base-T and 100Base-T network speeds, ensuring network bogs do not occur. Most importantly, the TE100-S24 is also 100% compatible with Macintosh, Windows, and Linux operating systems.

Features

Ethernet Switch
Upgrade from TE100-S16
Additional Ports (24 Total)
Improved Switch Fabric
More Data RAM Buffering
Full/Half-Duplex Modes
Auto-Sensing
Store-and-Forward Switching
100% OS Compatibility
Rack Mount Design
Plug and Play
Integrated 8K Mac Address Entries

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX,
Interface: 24 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Switch Fabric: 4.8Gbps Forwarding Capacity
Data RAM Buffering: 1.5Mbits per Device
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission: Store-and-Forward

TRENDnet TE100-S16

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:18:08 -0500

The TRENDnet TE100-S16 is a 16-port Ethernet switch designed for small businesses that aren’t quite ready for the Gigabit frontier. Despite its restriction to 100Base-TX Ethernet, the TE100-S16 does support full/half-duplex modes for maximum network performance. Plus the unit automatically senses and adjusts between 10Base-T and 100Base-T network speeds, ensuring network bogs do not occur. Additional features to keep in mind include a 3.2Gbps forwarding capacity; store-and-forward switching; and 100% Windows, Linux, and Macintosh compatibility.

Features

Ethernet Switch
16 Ethernet Ports
Full/Half-Duplex Modes
Auto-Sensing
3.2Gbps Forwarding Capacity
Store-and-Forward Switching
100% OS Compatibility
Rack Mount Design
Plug and Play
Integrated 8K Mac Address Entries

Specifications

Standards: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, 100Base-TX
Interface: 16 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX RJ-45 Ports
Switch Fabric: 3.2Gbps Forwarding Capacity
Data RAM Buffering: 1.25Mbits per Device
MAC Table: 8K Entries per Device
Protocol: CSMA/CD
Transmission Method: Store-and-Forward

Netgear ProSafe FS608

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:53:03 -0500

The Netgear ProSafe FS608 is a simple 10/100 Ethernet switch featuring 8 Auto Uplink (MDI-MDIX) ports for connecting to PCs and peripherals, as well as hubs and switches (without special equipment). It builds from the FS605 by incorporating 3 additional ports. Otherwise, it is a near duplicate 100Mbps switch/router. Like its predecessor, the FS608 is entirely plug-and-play, easy to use, and completely silent. Plus the FS605 supports both Windows and Macintosh platforms. Additional features include support for multiple PCs, multiple simultaneous-running applications, and multiple in-house video streaming.

Features

Simple Ethernet Switch
8 Auto Uplink Ports
MDI-MDIX
100Mbps Max Speed
Plug-and-Play
Silent Operationg
Win/Mac Compatibility
Supports Multiple Simultaneous PCS/Apps

Specifications

Standards: 802.3i, 802.3u, 802.3x
Ports: Eight 10/100Mbps Ethernet, MDI-MDIX
Warranty: 3-Year Limited

Netgear GA311

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 11:27:10 -0400

Netgear GA511

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 11:26:49 -0400

Linksys SD2008

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 18:21:17 -0400

D-Link DSS-16 +

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 17:55:58 -0400

D-Link DSS-5+

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 17:55:50 -0400

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