The NETGEAR GS308E features eight Gigabit ports, smart management capabilities, and comprehensive networking features. This switch delivers reliable performance with modern features.
Reasons to Buy
- Fast Network: 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 16 Gb/s switching capacity
- Smart Features: VLAN support, QoS, and traffic management
- Flexible Mount: Desktop or wall-mounting options
- Silent Operation: Fanless design for quiet environments
What Makes It Stand Out
The GS308E combines practical features with smart management capabilities. The web-based interface provides easy configuration options, while VLAN support enables network segmentation. The plug-and-play design ensures quick setup without IT expertise.
Features
This switch includes:
- Web-based management interface
- QoS traffic prioritization
- IGMP snooping support
- DoS attack prevention
- Energy Efficient Ethernet
Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Ports | 8x Gigabit RJ45 |
| Switching Capacity | 16 Gb/s |
| Buffer Size | 192 KB |
| Jumbo Frames | 9000 bytes |
| MAC Address Table | 4K entries |
| Management | Web GUI |
Why We Like This Deal
At $24.99, this switch offers excellent value for smart features. While there are cheaper unmanaged switches available, the combination of management capabilities, silent operation, and comprehensive features makes this an attractive choice for home and small business networks.
