NETGEAR GS108 ProSafe 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Desktop Switch by Netgear
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Digital camera reviews of NETGEAR GS108 ProSafe 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Desktop Switch
Digital camera Review: Best unmanaged switch you can get.
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm upgrading from an older 10/100 Netgear 8-port switch, so as comparisons go, I'm perfectly happy. I'm very happy about being able to increase the Jumbo Frame size so that those Gigabit speeds go even faster. I also like that actual switch form factor size is smaller than my older model.
The next 'upgrade' would be to get a managed switch to do VLANs and such, but for a SOHO product this does great.
Digital camera Review: Better than a 5 porter.
Summary: 5 Stars
I think the connectors should be in the back of the unit, & not on the same side as the lights. I also think you should be able to mount it on a wall. It certainly does expand my capabilities to use other computer hook ups.Digital camera Review: Capacitor Fix for Faulty Netgear GS108
Summary: 3 Stars
Anyone who has one of these Netgear switches that died after a year or two should Google "Netgear GS108 capacitor". If you are handy with a soldering iron, you can quickly fix the problem yourself for just a few dollars by replacing two blown capacitors.
(This is not intended as an excuse for Netgear shipping such shoddy product, nor is it intended to encourage more people to buy the GS108. I merely wanted to help inform people who already own this product that they can revive dead units.)
Digital camera Review: Cheap power adaptor, expensive to replace
Summary: 1 Stars
Although the switch itself has a "lifetime" warranty, the power adapter is only warrantied for two years. Our failed after about 2.5 years, and Netgear charges $27.00 for a replacement with is close to 50% of the cost of the switch.Digital camera Review: Compact charger, well made
Summary: 5 Stars
We've figured out how to make switches, so it's no surprise this one just works. There's no fumbling with crossover cables, uplink connections, etc. My Mac shows up as a gigabit connection, my older devices as 100 MB.
The device is compact, low lying and feels very solid. Fanless and draws only 12V and 1A -- it runs cool and needs little power. The power adapter is relatively compact and fits well on the average power strip, using up only a single slot. It's slotted to mount in several orientations and comes with an external ground for a rack mount.
It's a good choice for someone who wants something a cut above the usual consumer grade switch.