NETGEAR GS108AU Description:
Netgear GS108 ProSafe 8-Port Gigabit Switch
Overview
Gigabit Power, 10/100 Simplicity
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Connects up to 10x faster than Fast Ethernet for maximum performance
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Up to 60% lower power consumption
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Auto power-down mode saves energy when port is unused
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Simple to combine Fast Ethernet and Gigabit devices in your network
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Plug-and-play installation delivers ease of use
Key Features
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ProSafe 5- and 8-Port Gigabit Desktop Switches connect your network with the dual advantages of performance and convenience
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Fast, auto-switching Ethernet connection integrates 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices into your network
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Supports Windows® and Macintosh® platforms
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LEDs make it easy to monitor link, speed, and activity
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AutoUplink™ technology automatically adjusts for two common types of cables
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Compact metal case for desktop or wall mounting
Netgear Green
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Up to 60% lower power consumption
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Auto power-down mode saves energy when port is unused
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Packaging manufactured with at least 80% recycled materials
Specifications
Network Ports
Forwarding Mode
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Store-and-forward
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192 KB on-chip packet buffering
Performance
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Bandwidth: 16 Gbps (non-blocking)
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Forwarding rate:
- 10 Mbps port: 14,800 packets/sec
- 100 Mbps port: 148,000 packets/sec
- 1000 Mbps port: 1,480,000 packets/sec
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Latency (using 1500-byte packets):
- 10 Mbps: 30μs (max)
- 100 Mbps: 6μs (max)
- 1000 Mbps: 4μs (max)
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MAC address database: 4,000
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Mean time between failures (MTBF):
>1 million hours (~114 years)
Status LEDs
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System power
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Link, speed, and activity indicators per port built into each RJ-45 port
AC Power
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Power adapter: 12W, 12V DC, 1A
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Maximum power consumption:
- 4.92W (if cable length > 10 m)
- 4.08W (if cable length < 10 m)
Physical Specifications
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Dimensions (w x d x h):
158 x 105 x 27 mm (6.2 x 4.1 x 1.1 in)
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Weight: 0.522 kg (1.15 lb)
Environmental Specifications
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Operating temperature: 0º to 50º C (32º to 122º F)
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Operating humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
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Storage temperature: -20º to 70° C (-4º to 158º F)
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Storage humidity: 10% to 95% relative humidity
Standards Compliance
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IEEE 802.3i 10BASE-T Ethernet
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IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
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IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
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Honors IEEE 802.1p and DSCP priority tags
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Jumbo frame: up to 9,720 bytes
Safety Agency Approvals
Electromagnetic Compliance
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FCC Class B, VCCI class B, CE Class B
System Requirements
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Windows®, Linux®, Mac OS®
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10 Mbps: UTP Cat 3 (or better)
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100 Mbps: UTP Cat 5 (or better)
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1000 Mbps: UTP Cat 5e (or better)
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Network card for each PC or server
Warranty
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Switch: Netgear Lifetime Warranty
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Power adapter: Netgear 2-year warranty
ProSupport Service Packs Available
OnCall 24x7, Category 1
XPressHW, Category 1
Package Contents
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ProSafe 5-Port or 8-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch 10/100/1000 Mbps (GS105v3 or GS108v3)
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Wall-mount kit
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AC adapter
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Installation guide
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Warranty/support information card
Netgear Related Products
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Gigabit Ethernet PCI Adapter (GA311)
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Gigabit Ethernet PC Card (GA511)
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ProSafe® 16-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch (GS116)
Ordering Information