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What is the purpose of the QoS feature on the GS108PE ProSafe Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch?

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.

What does the cable diagnostic feature do?

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.

How does the IGMP Snooping function optimize multimedia traffic delivery?

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.

Can the GS108PE ProSafe Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch be managed remotely?

Yes, the switch supports advanced configuration and management using a web browser-based GUI, allowing for remote management and deployment of multiple switches.

Is the GS108PE ProSafe Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch energy efficient?

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.

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Review Summary

2021-04-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect For My Core Network Backbone.

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!

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Netgear GS108PE Specifications

  • Gigabit Ports

    8

  • Number of PoE ports

    4

  • Total PoE Power budget

    53Watts

  • Max MAC entries

    4K

  • Buffer size

    192KB

  • VLAN

    32 (Number Supported)

  • Supported Mulitcast groups

    128

  • Number of source ports allowed

    Max: 7 (many to 1)

  • Internal/External

    External
    Input: 48V/1.25A

  • Max consumption (Watts)

    7.0W (no PoE) / 60.0W (w/PoE max)

  • FAN

    No

  • Acoustic Noise Level @25C (dBA)

    0

  • Operating Temperature

    32 Degree to 122 Degree F (0 Degree to 50 Degree C)

  • MTBF

    1,242,394 hrs

  • Electromagnetic Compliance (A or B)

    A

  • Dimensions (W x D x H)

    6.2 x 4 x 1.1" (158 x 101 x 29mm)

  • Weight

    19 oz (540g)

About Netgear GS108PE

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.

Netgear GS108PE Features

  • Smart Managed Plus Switch delivers network monitoring, traffic prioritization and VLAN
  • Up to 48 ports (depending on model) deliver up to 2000 Mbps of dedicated, non-blocking bandwidth per port
  • Simple, yet useful network set-up on top of plug-and-play connectivity
  • Gigabit speed with QoS, VLAN and network monitoring
  • VLAN support for traffic segmentation
  • Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization
  • Auto "denial-of-service" (DoS) prevention
  • Troubleshoot connection issues via cable test
  • Loop prevention and broadcast storm controls
  • IGMP snooping v1, v2 and v3 support for multicast optimization
  • Rate limiting for better bandwidth allocation
  • Port mirroring for network monitoring
  • Jumbo frame support
  • Port Trunking to increase bandwidth and provide redundant links

Key Features

  • 8-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with advanced QoS for traffic prioritization
  • Essential network features including VLAN, IGMP Snooping, and Link Aggregation
  • Cable diagnostic function for easy troubleshooting of network issues
  • Optimized for VoIP and multimedia streaming with intelligent traffic management
  • User-friendly web-based GUI for effortless configuration and management
  • Energy-efficient design compliant with IEEE 802.3az standards

What's in the box:

  • GS108PE ProSafe Plus 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
  • Power Adapter
  • Rack-Mounting Kit
  • Resource CD with PC Utility Software
  • Netgear Lifetime Limited Warranty