





This item is no longer available.
The Quality of Service (QoS) feature allows the switch to identify various types of network traffic and assign priority to latency-sensitive traffic, such as voice and video. This enhances the delivery quality of applications like VoIP, multimedia broadcasting, and video conferencing.
The cable diagnostic feature enables users to easily determine the health status of their network cables. If there are any issues, this feature helps quickly locate the point where the cabling fails, allowing for faster resolution of connectivity issues.
IGMP Snooping monitors the IGMP conversation between hosts and routers, allowing the switch to maintain a map of which links require which IP multicast streams. This optimizes multicast performance at Layer 2 and is especially useful for bandwidth-intensive IP multicast applications like IPTV.
Yes, the switch supports advanced configuration and management using a web browser-based GUI, allowing for remote management and deployment of multiple switches.
Yes, the switch is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It is compliant with IEEE 802.3az standards, includes power savings with short cable detection, and auto power-down when ports are in idle mode.
Review Summary
2021-04-15T20:00:00
I bought this switch many, many months ago. It has been rock solid dependable and has never had even the smallest of a hiccup, 100% flawless! A little background, this switch sits between my Pfsense firewall / dual-WAN gateway, and the rest of my network. I was looking to solve several problems with several different devices but ended up using this switch to do everything and I couldn't be happier! For one I wanted some type of sensor for Wireshark that would allow me to do packet captures of all network traffic. The port mirroring function made that as easy as a few clicks. For another I was looking to provide some basic level of QoS on the network as we run IP phones, video surveillance cameras, three web servers, two FTP servers, and two remote access DVR's and I wanted to make sure that the traffic from the phones would have top priority in order to keep calls clear and dropout free! That was a beautiful plan and this Netgear plus switch more than admirably handles the job. Phone calls are crisp, clear, consistent without any detectable dropouts, ever! On top of the amazing SIP performance, the IP cam streams have been amazing with very minimal stuttering or loss of frame rate. This switch has four other Netgear switches connected to it and it forms the core backbone interconnecting the entire rack of equipment. It's a beautiful thing. Hence the five-star rating I give it! Thank you, Netgear, you all are my mainstay and the brand I always recommend. The only disappointment is I wish that you sold stickers with your name or logo on them I would buy them to put on my laptop and my toolboxes!
Ally1337

Accidents happen where life happens. Protect your favorite Adorama products and purchase a protection plan to stay covered from accidental damage, mechanical or electrical failure, and more.
If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.
Protect your product from drops, spills, and more.
Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!
When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.
We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.
Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.
Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for purchase Internationally or in U.S. Territories.
Browse our FAQ
8
4
53Watts
4K
192KB
32 (Number Supported)
128
Max: 7 (many to 1)
External
Input: 48V/1.25A
7.0W (no PoE) / 60.0W (w/PoE max)
No
0
32 Degree to 122 Degree F (0 Degree to 50 Degree C)
1,242,394 hrs
A
6.2 x 4 x 1.1" (158 x 101 x 29mm)
19 oz (540g)
After understanding the growing demands of businesses in today's digital age, the GS108PE ProSafe Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch is designed to optimize the performance of your business networks. This advanced switch goes beyond the standard plug-N-play Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, offering essential networking features such as VLAN, QoS, IGMP Snooping, Link Aggregation / Port Trunking on models with 16 ports or more, rate limiting, and traffic monitoring.
The GS108PE ProSafe Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch is an exceptional solution for businesses seeking to enhance their network intelligence beyond the capabilities of unmanaged switches. With the ability to set up and configure QoS, this switch can identify various types of network traffic and assign the desired priority to latency-sensitive traffic, such as voice and video. This feature enhances the delivery quality of VoIP, multimedia broadcasting, and video conferencing applications.
The Ethernet Switch also allows for the creation of multiple network groups, dividing large networks into smaller, more manageable segments. This not only improves overall network performance but also adds a layer of security to network traffic and optimizes the use of network resources.
The GS108PE ProSafe Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch comes equipped with a cable diagnostic feature, enabling users to easily determine the health status of their network cables. This feature aids in quickly identifying and resolving connectivity issues, potentially saving hours of troubleshooting.
The switch also features IGMP Snooping for optimized multimedia traffic delivery. By monitoring the IGMP conversation between hosts and routers, the switch can maintain a map of which links require which IP multicast streams, optimizing multicast performance at Layer 2 and proving particularly useful for bandwidth-intensive IP multicast applications such as IPTV.
The GS108PE ProSafe Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch offers a range of traffic management features, including Auto Negotiation of speed and duplex modes, 802.3x Flow Control, DHCP Client, Dynamic MAC address management, and more. It also supports advanced configuration and management using a web browser-based GUI, making it a versatile and user-friendly solution for your networking needs.