NETGEAR 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch GS308
Number of Ports : 8
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Included Components : Power adapter, Quick installation guide|
Interface Type : Ethernet|
Data Transfer Rate : Gigabit
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About NETGEAR 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch GS308
Overall Feedback:
92% positive
86% liked its broad compatibility, while 14% experienced compatibility issues
The switch can be part of a large configuration of DTEs and DCEs.
I was speechless when I found out about the compatibility issue.
70% praised for its easy management features, while 30% found it complicated to set up
If I can figure out the management VLAN, I can access any VLAN I want.
I have complained that there is no setting in the GUI to assign the management interface to a specific vlan, posing a security issue as all vlans have access to it.
The design of the management interface is unsuitable for use in some situations, which lowered my opinion to 3 stars.
90% liked the flexible mounting options, but 10% found it difficult to install
The switch can be mounted via keyholes in the back, but screws are not included.
The power plugs in on the opposite side from the ports, which can be annoying for some users who prefer outward-facing ports. It also limits the cleanliness of my setup and mounting options.
83% praised for its fast network speeds, while 17% experienced slow connectivity
With Netgear Gigabit Switch, I achieved a speed of 600Mbps+ DL/UL on my XB1X.
All ports are working at 1Gb/s speeds without any issues.
I tried out the Netgear switch to speed up my internet and now I can get speeds of over 800 Mbps while wired into the wall and 300-400 Mbps on Wi-Fi devices which was previously around 80 Mbps.
The switch is advertised as supporting gigabit speeds but it does not come close to it.
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93% liked the quiet operation
The switches get a little warm but not hot enough to be concerned about longevity.
I was able to filter down the data rate to 512K BPS using the switch.
81% liked the ample port count, but 19% needed more ports for their setup
I bought a 5-port switch on sale for $20.
The 5th port on the end is the line-in and the other 4 ports are part of the same module.
I need a 5 port switch for my network.
85% appreciated the durable construction
I find the product to have good performance, reliability, and construction.
The chassis feels like quality with vented metal heat dissipation, which is advantageous for higher running temps under full load compared to my older plastic unvented switch.
I love the high build quality of the switch and how it feels in my hand.
The switch is compact, inexpensive, easy to install, set up and very powerful.
67% appreciated the robust security features, while 33% found them inadequate
I gave the product three stars due to setup issues, undocumented features, and security concerns.
I warn that using this switch in an exposed environment where more than password-based security is needed (or if unsure about the security of inexpensive network gear firmware) is not recommended as it exposes the management interface on all ports and there is no way to turn it off.
The switch lacks security features as it allows access to the management GUI from any VLAN, which can be exploited by an attacker.
