Netgear GS108GE 8 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
The Netgear GS108GE is a compact 8-port Gigabit Ethernet switch designed to deliver reliable, high-speed wired networking for homes, small offices, and growing business environments. With plug-and-play installation, it requires no configuration, making it easy to expand your network in minutes. Its Gigabit connectivity provides transfer speeds up to ten times faster than traditional Fast Ethernet, helping improve file transfers, media streaming, online collaboration, and network responsiveness.
Built with a durable metal enclosure suitable for desktop placement or wall mounting, the GS108GE combines dependable performance with energy-efficient operation. Automatic speed detection, cable sensing, and power-saving technologies help optimize network performance while reducing power consumption.
The Netgear GS108GE Gigabit Ethernet Switch offers an easy and cost-effective way to expand a wired network with eight high-speed Gigabit ports. It supports seamless connectivity for computers, servers, network storage, printers, IP cameras, gaming consoles, and other Ethernet-enabled devices. Intelligent power-saving technology helps reduce energy usage, while automatic cable detection and speed negotiation ensure hassle-free installation. Part Number GS108GE is an ideal solution for users looking for dependable Gigabit performance without complex setup.
Why Choose the Netgear GS108GE
Whether you are upgrading an existing network or building a new one, this switch delivers consistent Gigabit speeds while remaining simple to deploy. It supports mixed-speed environments, allowing 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps devices to communicate efficiently across the same network.
Key advantages include:
Performance and Networking
Designed for smooth, uninterrupted network traffic, the GS108GE uses store-and-forward switching to improve data integrity and network reliability. A non-blocking bandwidth of 16 Gbps allows connected devices to communicate simultaneously without creating unnecessary bottlenecks.
Performance highlights:
Forwarding performance:
Maximum latency with 1500-byte packets:
Connectivity and Compatibility
The switch automatically detects connected devices and negotiates the appropriate network speed, making deployment straightforward in mixed Ethernet environments.
Supported network standards:
Cable requirements:
Compatible operating systems:
Power Efficiency
The GS108GE is designed to reduce energy consumption without sacrificing performance. Automatic power management helps minimize electricity usage by lowering power consumption on inactive ports.
Power details:
Physical Details
Its robust metal construction provides durability while maintaining a compact footprint suitable for a wide range of installations.
Specifications:
Operating Environment
The switch is designed for dependable operation across a broad range of environmental conditions.
Environmental ratings:
Status Monitoring
Built-in LED indicators make it easy to check network activity and system status at a glance.
Indicators include:
Technical Summary
Part Number / SKU: GS108GE
Technical highlights:
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Specifications | |
| Product Code | GS108GE |
| Network Ports | 8 auto-sensing UTP ports |
| Forwarding Mode | Store-and-forward |
| 192 KB on-chip packet buffering | |
| Performance | Bandwidth: 16 Gbps (non-blocking) |
| Forwarding rate: | |
| - 10 Mbps port: 14, 800 packets/sec | |
| - 100 Mbps port: 148, 000 packets/sec | |
| - 1000 Mbps port: 1, 480, 000 packets/sec | |
| Latency (using 1500-byte packets): | |
| - 10 Mbps: 30µs (max) | |
| - 100 Mbps: 6µs (max) | |
| - 1000 Mbps: 4µs (max) | |
| MAC address database: 4, 000 | |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF): >1 million hours (~114 years) | |
| Status LEDs | System power |
| Link, speed, and activity indicators per port built into each RJ-45 port | |
| AC Power | Power adapter: 12W, 12V DC, 1A |
| Maximum power consumption: | |
| - 4.92W (if cable length > 10 m) | |
| - 4.08W (if cable length < 10 m) | |
| Physical Specifications | Dimensions (w x d x h): 158 x 105 x 27 mm (6.2 x 4.1 x 1.1 in) |
| Weight: 0.522 kg (1.15 lb) | |
| Environmental Specifications | Operating temperature: 0º to 50º C (32º to 122º F) |
| Operating humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing | |
| Storage temperature: -20º to 70degrees C (-4º to 158º F) | |
| Storage humidity: 10% to 95% relative humidity | |
| Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.3i 10BASE-T Ethernet |
| IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet | |
| IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet | |
| Honors IEEE 802.1p and DSCP priority tags | |
| Jumbo frame: up to 9, 720 bytes | |
| Safety Agency Approvals | C-Tick, CE Mark |
| Electromagnetic Compliance | FCC Class B, VCCI class B, CE Class B |
| System Requirements | Windows, Linux, Mac OS |
| 10 Mbps: UTP Cat 3 (or better) | |
| 100 Mbps: UTP Cat 5 (or better) | |
| 1000 Mbps: UTP Cat 5e (or better) | |
| Network card for each PC or server | |
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