TP-Link TL-SG108 | 8 Port Gigabit Unmanaged Ethernet Network Switch
Number of Ports : 8
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Included Components : 8-Port 10/100/1000Mbps Desktop Switch Power Adapter Installation Guide|
Interface Type : Ethernet|
Data Transfer Rate : 10/100/1000Mbps
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About TP-Link TL-SG108 | 8 Port Gigabit Unmanaged Ethernet Network Switch
Overall Feedback:
88% positive
84% liked its broad compatibility, while 16% experienced compatibility issues
The tp link gigabit powerline plugs work flawlessly with our switches.
I faced intermittent freezing issue with the TP-Link switch, indicating my personal experience.
The username and password can only be 16 characters long.
84% praised for its redundant fan design, while 16% experienced fan failure issues
The fan of this switch is a bit loud and it is the loudest thing in my rack, besides my main machine.
68% praised for its easy management features, while 32% found it complicated to set up
A managed switch may provide better overall performance and control, but since we were all sharing a gigabit connection, the performance was solid.
For my network, the limited L2/L3 management features are a must.
The switch management IP is always available to all clients connected to the switch, regardless of VLAN tag.
The management software for this switch is insufficient to diagnose the issue and it's not easy to use. I didn't face the same issue with unmanaged switches.
73% liked the flexible mounting options, but 27% found it difficult to install
I chose to mount the switch vertically on the wall since I did not have a rack.
The switch comes with rubber feet and rackmount ears, which can be placed normally or at a right angle for wall mounting.
I noticed that the mounting holes on the back of the switches are at random distances from each other, making it difficult to mount the screws on the wall. It would have been helpful if the company had included a drilling template or something.
90% praised for its fast network speeds
Copying files and streaming video across my network has shown great improvements.
90% liked the quiet operation, but 10% found it too loud
The power supply is rated 9v 0.6a and makes no noise, similar to an iPhone charger.
I purchased three products and they all have a high pitch whine/sound frequency that is pretty loud and extremely annoying.
I can hear a high-pitched noise coming from the power supply.
I disconnected this switch after a few seconds because it generated an annoying high frequency noise.
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87% liked the ample port count, but 13% needed more ports for their setup
I always go for the 16 ports since 5 ports are not enough for my devices like game consoles, streaming boxes, and a few other things and there is little difference in price between the 8 ports and 16 ports.
The ports are not 10/100/1000.
82% appreciated the durable construction, while 18% noticed flimsy parts
I appreciate the heavy duty metal construction of the switch, which is worth the extra money over plastic. It provides better heat dissipation and is more durable.
The switch is made of nice metal and appears to be of high quality.
The product is made by a trusted name in the industry of network products and is very sturdy.
My router stopped working after 8 days and began dropping connections.
66% appreciated the robust security features, while 34% found them inadequate
The switch can solve the problem of setting up POE security cameras and providing more ports, as long as I have a power injector for my camera.
I concluded that the switch is a great cheap managed switch for home users and is relatively secure against most broad malware intrusion.
For those who are not familiar with networking, we still need a routing device along with the switch.
The switch uses only basic HTTP (clear text) to manage/access it, which is unfortunate considering the recent drumbeat about security risks and hacks.
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