Netgear GS608NA Giga Switch 8Port | 
 enlarge | Brand: Netgear
Category: CE
List Price: $75.99
Buy New: $59.00
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New (26) Used (2) Refurbished (1) from $39.99
Rating:  42 reviews
Format: CD
Platform: Windows
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Windows
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 8.7 x 6.7 x 4.5
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: GS608NA
Model: GS608NA
UPC: 606449035926
EAN: 0606449035926
ASIN: B0002A9RFM
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Ethernet switch has Gigabit auto-sensing ports | | • | Simple set up requires no software installation | | • | Fanless design for noiseless operation | | • | Backed by 2-Year warranty | | • | Device measures 6.73 x 1.12 x 4.46 inches (WxHxD) |
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Product Description
For a high-speed network on a small scale, nothing delivers like these stylish powerhouses. This fast, easy, and affordable Gigabit switch gives your home network the maximum capacity to handle huge bandwidth. Packed with ease-of-use features to simplify your networking experience, its sleek design makes it look great on a desktop either flat or in the provided stand. The GS608 move very large files such as high-end multimedia, gaming, Internet access, and other speed-intensive applications across your network instantly, and because it is standards-based, it painlessly integrate existing 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices on your network. The fan-less design results in silent operation allowing you to focus on your game or relax to your music. Matched with NETGEAR's thorough testing, the GS608 switch provide long-lasting performance you can count on. Main Features Manufacturer: Netgear, IncManufacturer Part Number: GS608NAManufacturer Website Address: www.netgear.comProduct Type: Ethernet SwitchInterfaces/Ports: 8 x 10/100/1000Base-T LANInterfaces/Ports Details: 8 x RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T Auto-sensing/Auto MDI/MDI-X LANExpansion Slots: Not ApplicableSlot Details: Not ApplicableForm Factor: DesktopDimensions: 1.2" Height x 7" Width x 4.6" DepthWeight: 0.69 lb Standard Warranty: 1 Year(s)
Amazon.com Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description  | The NETGEAR GS608 8-port Gigabit Desktop Switch offers: - Eight gigabit ports for fast data transfers.
- Auto-sensing ports that eliminate manual switches.
- Elegant fanless design for silent operation that matches your home decor.
|  | | The NETGEAR GS608 8-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch connects up to eight network devices at up to 1000 Mbps over Ethernet cables. 
At Gigabit speeds, even large video files are transferred quickly. View larger. | Sturdy and Reliable Design
NETGEAR's GS600 series switches are designed for use in a home and small office, housed in a compact white case that blends into your home decor. A fanless design keeps operation both silent and more reliable, and ports are located in the rear to reduce cable clutter. Each port has status LEDs for link and activity. The switch can be placed on a flat surface or vertically on the included stand. Simple Setup and Stellar Performance
Plug in your Ethernet cables and connect a power cord, and you're ready to go. There is no software to install or settings to configure. The switch features auto negotiation, which automatically obtains the right speed and mode, and Auto Uplink adjusts for the different types of Ethernet cables. There is no need for toggle switches or special crossover cables. The device can seamlessly integrate 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices on the same network and honors Layer 2 priority tags. All ports deliver up to 2000 Mbps speed and the switch supports 9,000 byte frames when set to support jumbo frames. There is a 1 Mb packet buffer memory and support for a MAC address database of 4,000. The NETGEAR GS608 8-port Gigabit Desktop Switch has a rated Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of 87,600 hours and is backed by a 2-year warranty. What's in the Box
GS605 8-port Gigabit Desktop Switch, AC power adapter, vertical stand, installation guide, warranty/support information card.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 42
 Works June 24, 2010
MAO (SF, CA)
Upgraded my local network to 1G (added a NAS device and wanted good access speed).
Seems to be working just fine, though I haven't experimented fully with jumbo frame support yet.
 It just works. April 10, 2010
R. King (LA, CA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Just plug it in and go. This is an approved switch for the ReadyNAS Duo that I have, and it works flawlessly with it. Also works with a Macbook Pro running 10.6, an Airport Extreme router, a PS3, an Xbox 360, a DirecTV HD DVR and a Panasonic Plasma (for VieraCast).
Apparently this has the same chipset as the GS108 so the speeds are the same. The only differences are the materials (this one is plastic, the GS108 is metal) and whether you want front ports (the GS108) or rear ports (this one). I went with the GS608 because it went into an entertainment system cabinet and I wanted rear ports and to see the status lights without pulling the cabinet away from the wall.
Keep in mind there is NO CONFIGURATION on this model. If you need to set traffic priority (for example, voice and video receive a higher priority than web surfing) you should look at the GS108T. And this model cannot be stacked because of heat dissipation. If you need to place two or more together you have to use the supplied stands to place them in a vertical orientation next to each other.
 good device. not as fas as dlink April 7, 2010
ermy (Chicago, IL USA)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
the unit operates as stated. however, it appears to be considerably slower than a similar unit from dlink. looks good, if you care about that stuff.
Works perfectly, even with my Mac Mini January 30, 2010
E. Lacey (Shrewsbury, MA United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I purchased both the Netgear giga switch 5 port and 8 port switches for use in my home about 6 months ago. I have had no problems with either device. I noticed another customer reported that the switch would not provide gigabit performance with his/her Mac Mini. I have had no such problems-- this switch is able to handle both 100mb/s and gigabit speeds with no issues. I have devices that use both speeds plugged in and the switch recognizes the networking capabilities of each device and provides the appropriate throughput. I think the style of these switches is good, compared to other brands. I have one that sits in my media center cabinet and it is stylish enough to not stand out (if you care about such things...) All in all, this does what it advertises, which is all you really want for something like this.
Jumbo Frames November 23, 2009
J. Danzig (Wakefield, MA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I originally had a Cisco / Linksys Small Business switch in it's place, but it doesn't support Jumbo Frames.
My home network has numerous devices which support Jumbo Frames and using two of these increased my traffic with a noticeable difference.
Excellent product for the price.
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