Ethernet Switches and Splitters
- Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch provides you with high-speed, reliable, and easy-to-use connection
- Switch has eight 10/100Mbps negotiation ports with four ports supporting the IEEE802. AT/AF standard
- Unmanaged switch with eight ports provides gigabit Ethernet connectivity to your devices
- Provides a total power budget of 83W (up to 30W per port) to power wireless access points, IP cameras, IP phones, and much more; upgradable to 123W PoE+ budget with an additional power supply module
- 16-port gigabit unmanaged switch helps businesses cost-effectively increase power budget to expand their network
- PoE+ ports provide a total of 183W of power, so you can power and connect your devices with a single wire
- The device features 6 Ethernet ports, including 4 PoE+ ports, and operates within the Fast Ethernet performance class . It is designed with an unmanaged network management type for straightforward, plug-and-play setup.
- supports Power over Ethernet (PoE).
- Type of Ethernet Switch: Gigabit PoE Compliant Managed Network
- No. & Type of Ports: 8-Port
- 4-Port USB 3.0 HDMI KVM switch allows you to control four HDMI computers with a single monitor, keyboard and mouse
- Dimension: 1.7"H x 5.1"W x 8.7"D
- This device features 28 Ethernet ports, including 24 PoE+ ports and 2 SFP slots, delivers Gigabit Ethernet performance, and operates as a smart switch
- Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- FLEXIBLE POWER INPUT: Power over Ethernet network switch can be hardwired using terminal block (48-56VDC) power or powered using a standard (48-56VDC) Type-N barrel wall adapter (not included)
- POWER OVER ETHERNET: Gigabit PoE Switch provides up to 30W of PSE power per PoE port to IEEE 802.3af (PoE) & IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) | Use with devices like cameras & access points using Cat 5e/6
- 24-ports 10/100/1000Base-T gigabit Ethernet, fast Ethernet
- Address database size: 8000 MAC addresses
- HDMI KVM switch supports resolutions up to 4K at 60Hz; it drives two large monitors at the full 4K resolution
- Contains 19 pin HDMI Female, USB Type-A (9 pin, 5 Gbps), 3.5 mm Audio Female, four USB Type-A (4 pin; HID Port) USB 1.1, 9 pin USB 3.0 B Female, 3.5 mm Audio Female, four 19 pin HDMI Female
- 16-port gigabit unmanaged switch helps businesses cost-effectively increase power budget to expand their network
- PoE+ ports provide a total of 183W of power, so you can power and connect your devices with a single wire
- Port and tag-based QoS enable smooth latency-sensitive traffic
- Buffer memory: 512KB, MAC address table: 8KB
- 48 ports 10/100/1000Base-T gigabit Ethernet/fast Ethernet
- Address database size: 8K MAC addresses
- Unmanaged Ethernet switch featuring 16 x Gigabit PoE+ (RJ45), 2 x Gigabit non-PoE (RJ45) ports, and 2 x combo gigabit SFP slots
- High PoE power budget with up to 30W for each PoE port and 250W for all PoE ports
- Utilizing USB-C with DP alt-mode and USB-A and HDMI this compact KVM switch only requires three host cable connections, ensuring a small footprint with limited cabling requirements
- Contains two USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0, HDMI, micro USB B Male, USB Type-C (24-pin) USB 2.0 (480Mbps)
- Unmanaged desktop/rackmount Gigabit Ethernet switch for use with wireless access points, IP cameras, IP phones, and other high-powered Ethernet devices
- Features eight 802.3af/at compliant PoE+ ports with a total PoE power budget of 126W
- Features 12 networking ports to easily establish a local network or expand your existing one
- Cascade to other network devices through the uplink port to expand your local area network
- 16-port high-power PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet unmanaged switch adds full 16 ports support for flexible deployment of modern high-power PoE devices
- Contains 16 auto-sensing 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports with up to 32 non-blocking switching
- Managed Gigabit Ethernet switch
- Has eight 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports
- 16-port Gigabit Ethernet unmanaged PoE+ switch with high-power FlexPoE (183W)
- Dimensions: 1.1"H x 11.3"W x 4"D
- Gigabit Ethernet managed switch features 24 RJ-45 autosensing 10/100/1000 Class 4 PoE ports (IEEE 802.3 Type 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u Type 100BASE- TX, IEEE 802.3ab Type 1000BASE-T), 4 SFP+ 1/10GbE ports
- PoE to power APs and IoT devices such as IP phones, surveillance cameras, and door locks
- 8 x multi-gigabit Ethernet ports provide up to 2.5Gbps of dedicated non-blocking bandwidth each
- 4 x Ultra60 PoE++ and 4 x PoE+ ports provide a total of 230W of power, so you can charge and connect your devices with a single wire
- Convenient managed gigabit switch with 24-port PoE+ for a complete Omada network
- 24 x 802.3af/at compliant gigabit PoE+ ports and 4 x 10Gbps SFP+ slots provide high-speed connections
- Type of Ethernet Switch: Gigabit PoE+ Compliant Managed Network Switch with SFP+
- No. & Type of Ports: 48-Port
- Address database size: 8000 MAC addresses
- Total number of network ports: 5, number of network (RJ-45) ports: 5, port/expansion slot details: 5 x Gigabit ethernet network
Network Ethernet switches are an essential component of any computer network, and that's why at Staples, we have a great selection to help you connect all your devices. Network Ethernet switches play a crucial role in enabling devices to communicate with each other and share resources. They act as central points for data transfer between multiple devices, such as computers, printers, and servers.
How Network Ethernet Switches Work
Network Ethernet switches operate at the data link layer of the network protocol stack. When a device wants to send data to another device, it first checks if the destination device is connected to the same switch. If it is, the data is simply forwarded to that device. However, if the destination device is connected to a different switch, the data is sent to the switch, determining the appropriate path to reach the destination device. These switches use packet switching, meaning data is divided into smaller units called packets. Each packet contains the necessary information, such as the sender's address, the receiver's address, and the actual data being transmitted. The switch examines this information to determine where to send the packet.
Taking Advantage of Network Ethernet Switches
To make the most of network Ethernet switches, it is essential to consider your network's needs and choose the right switch for your environment. Factors to consider include the number of devices that require connectivity, bandwidth requirements, and any special features or protocols necessary for your network. Once you have selected the appropriate switch, it is important to configure and manage it properly. This can involve assigning IP addresses, configuring virtual LANs (VLANs), implementing security measures, and monitoring network traffic. Proper management ensures optimal performance and security of your network.
Find Your Perfect Ethernet Switch
As you're shopping for the perfect Ethernet switch to connect all your devices, consider the number of ports you'll need. Our switch selection typically has five to 48 ports, allowing them to handle small to large networks easily. Small switches are ideal for home offices or small businesses and compact for desktop or rack mounting in small offices. If you want something bigger, rack-mounted Ethernet switches are great for the server room or data center. So, whether setting up a home network or managing a large enterprise network, investing in quality network Ethernet switches is crucial for your network's success.