Netgear Prosafe® Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch

Today's growing businesses are both placing more demands on and relying more on their network. Companies are putting more applications and demands on their Ethernet Infrastructure. Using VoIP phones and IP cameras require more than simple plug-and-play connectivity. Additionally, Internet-based applications such as Hotmail and Google Calendaring have made keeping the network up a business-critical need. However, companies do not necessarily have more money or advanced training to deal with complex managed switches. NETGEAR's new ProSafe Plus Switches meet this growing need by providing easy to use visibility and limited confi guration capabilities. To provide more insight into the network behavior, ProSafe Plus Switches offer traffic monitoring for users to observe

• Eight auto-sensing 10/100/1000 ports, makes it simple to combine Fast Ethernet and Gigabit devices in your network
• Plug-and-play installation delivers ease of use
• NETGEAR Green features provide energy savings
• LEDs make it easy to monitor link, speed, and activity
• Supports Windows and Macintosh platforms
• Dimensions: 1.1"H x 6.2"W x 4.1"D
• Lifetime warranty

With the convenience of the 8-port Ethernet switch from NETGEAR, rapidly expanding businesses gain the ability to enjoy the convenience of Gigabit devices and fast Ethernet within their network. The plug-and-play installation makes it easy to get this device up and running, while green features offer critical energy savings. Troubleshooting capabilities help to reduce downtime. Support-monitoring options provide the ability to prioritize between various tasks and provide insight into the way the network behaves.

Easy Installation
Simply plug in your new Ethernet switch and it is ready to go with no worries about spending valuable time getting it configured. In just a matter of minutes, you gain the ability to build multiple network groups effortlessly.

Support Network Monitoring
With traffic prioritization monitoring capabilities, users are able to take advantage of both tag-based and port prioritization to ensure latency-sensitive traffic continues to travel ahead of packets with less priority. VLAN technology helps to manage collision domains while improving security and giving users great insight into network behavior. Users are even able to prioritize between voice and video with this Ethernet switch.

Troubleshooting
A cable diagnostic test offers the ability to identify and then locate problems that could interfere with productivity. The ability to prevent broadcast storms and loops make this Ethernet switch even more convenient while adding to the ability to reduce downtime.

Energy Savings
As part of a commitment to green technology, this NETGEAR Prosafe Plus 8-port Gigabit Ethernet switch features reduced power consumption. A sturdy metal case houses the switch for durability, while its design offers quiet operation with no fan.

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