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TP-Link 5 Port Fast Ethernet 10/100Mbps PoE Switch | 4 PoE Ports @58W | Desktop | Plug & Play | ...
$39 .99
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- 5 10/100Mbps RJ45 ports With four PoE ports, transfers data and power on one single cable Working with IEEE 802.3af compliant PDs, expands home and office network Supports PoE Power up to 15.4W for each PoE port Supports PoE Power up to 58W for all PoE ports Requires no configuration and installation
$39 .99
Ubiquiti Flex 2.5G, 8-Port Switch (USW-Flex-2.5G-8)
$159 .00
- Flexible, 8-port 2.5 GbE switch with a 10 GbE RJ45/SFP+ combination uplink port that can be powered with a USB-C or PoE+ adapter. (8) 2.5 GbE ports (1) 10 GbE PoE+ input port for power / SFP+ port combo Optional powering with included 5V, 3A USB-C adapter
$159 .00
TRENDnet 5-Port Hardened Industrial Gigabit PoE+ DIN-Rail Unmanaged Switch, TI-PG541
$199 .99
- ETHERNET PORT INTERFACE: 4 x Gigabit PoE+ (802.3at) ports, 1 x Gigabit port, and 1 x Gigabit SFP slot.
- FULL POE+ POWER BUDGET & SWITCHING CAPACITY: The unmanaged PoE+ switch supplies up to 30 Watts of PoE / PoE+ power per port (ports 1-4 802.3at / 802.3af) with a 120 Watt PoE power budget and allows for a 12 Gbps switching capacity.
- DIN-RAIL & WALL MOUNT KIT: This 5-Port gigabit PoE+ unmanaged switch comes with an integrated DIN-Rail mount and mounting hardware.
- EXTREME TEMPERATURE SWITCH: The metal hardened IP30 rated gigabit PoE+ switch is equipped with a rugged IP30 rated enclosure and designed to withstand a high degree of vibration, shock, protection against ESD/EMI/surge, and operate with a wide temperature range (- 40 - 167 °F) for harsh environments.
Ubiquiti Flex Mini, 5-Port PoE Layer 2 Switch (USW-Flex-Mini)
$35 .90
- A compact, 5-port, Layer 2 switch that can be powered with PoE or a 5V USB-C adapter.
- (4) GbE ports
- (1) GbE PoE input port for power
- Optional powering with included 5V, 1A USB-C adapter*
- *Adapter included with single unit purchases.
- Note. EU version comes with EU power plug only.
$35 .90
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Netgear AV Line M4250-9G1F-PoE+ 8x1G PoE+ 110W 1x1G and 1xSFP Managed Switch, ...
$681 .00
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- 10-port networking solution features PoE+ capability, offering flexible power delivery to compatible devicesx1G PoE+ with a power budget of 125W and 2xSFP Gigabit ports
- Combines 9 Gigabit ports with one SFP port, providing versatile connectivity options for your network infrastructure
- Groundbreaking AV GUI: A simplified user interface makes it easy to assign configuration profiles to each port
- Multicast in an Instant: Netgear IGMP Plus™ provides multicast functionality right out of the box for most AV over IP applications
- Sleek, Quiet Design: Less fan noise, and mounting ears included for under-table or wall mounting
- Automatic Configuration: Auto-trunk and auto-LAG functionality auto connects with other M4250 (and M4300) switches
$681 .00
Ubiquiti Standard 24 PoE, 24-Port Layer 2 PoE Switch (USW-24-PoE (95W))
$379 .00
- A 24-port, Layer 2 PoE switch with a fanless cooling system
- PoE ports offer 802.3af/at to power your PoE devices, such as UniFi APs and cameras
$379 .00
Netgear GS305 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet SOHO Unmanaged Essentials Switch, GS305-300PAS
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- Plug and Play: Simple set up with no software to install or configuration needed
- Versatile Mounting Options: Supports desktop or wall mount placement
- Small Size, Metal Case and Silent Operation: Durable quality, space saver, and quietness for peace of mind. The fanless design means zero added noise wherever its located, making it ideal for noise-sensitive environments
- Energy Efficient: Designed to optimize power usage lowering its cost to operate. Most models are compliant with IEEE802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet mode.
- Built to Last: Every NETGEAR Network switch is rigorously tested for reliability, quality, and performance.
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TRENDnet TI-S12048 DIN Rail 48V 120W Power Supply for TI-PG541
$104 .99
- IP30 rated industrial power supply with integrated DIN-rail mount Provides up to 120 Watts of power (48 V, 2.5 A) Built-in active PFC (PF > 0.93) Short circuit/overload/over voltage/over temperature protection High efficiency (91%) design UL 508 approved 100 % full load burn-in test Extreme -25 to 70 °C (-13 to 158 °F) operating temperature range NDAA / TAA compliant
Netgear GS108 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch, GS108-400NAS
$49 .99
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- Ethernet Port Configuration: 8 Gigabit ports
- Plug-and-Play: Simple set up with no software to install or configuration needed
- Versatile Mounting Options: Supports desktop or wall mount placement
- Silent Operation: The fanless design means zero added noise wherever its located, making it ideal for noise-sensitive environments
- ProSafe Lifetime Protection: Covered by an industry-best Hardware Warranty, Next Business Day Replacement and 24/7 chat with a NETGEAR expert
- Energy Efficient: Designed to optimize power usage lowering its cost to operate. Most models are compliant with IEEE802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet mode.
- Built to Last: Every NETGEAR Network switch is rigorously tested for reliability, quality, and performance.
$49 .99
TRENDnet 10-Port Industrial Gigabit PoE+ Wall-Mounted Front Access Switch, TI-PG102F, 8x ...
$329 .99
- 8 x Gigabit PoE+ ports
- 2 x Gigabit SFP slots
- 240W PoE power budget
- 20Gbps switching capacity
- Forwarding rate: 14.88Mpps (64-byte packet size)
- Supports jumbo frames up to 10KB
- Hardened IP30 rated metal housing
- Includes DIN-Rail Bracket and magnetic wall mount kit
- Operating temperature range of -40°- 75°C (-40°- 167°F)
- Redundant power inputs with overload current protection
- Alarm relay triggered by power failure
- Power supply sold separately (models: TI-S24052, TI-S24048, , TI-S48048, and 48VDC3000)
Netgear GS308E 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Easy Smart Managed Essentials Switch, ...
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- Gigabit Ethernet: 8 ports provide gigabit Ethernet connectivity to your devices
- No Crossover Cables: Auto-MDI/MDIX eliminates the need for crossover cables
- Fanless Design: Silent operation makes this switch perfect for noise-sensitive environments
- Energy-Efficient: This switch is designed to optimize power usage, lowering cost of operation as a result
- Auto-Negotiation: Automatic connection at the highest common speed between the switch and an end device
- Versatile Mounting Options: Install your switch on your desktop, or mount it to your wall or rack with the hardware provided in the box
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Ubiquiti Pro XG 10 PoE, 10-Port Layer 3 PoE+++ Switch (USW-Pro-XG-10-PoE (400W))
$699 .00
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- 1U, professional-grade 10-port, Layer 3 Etherlighting PoE+++ switch with (10) 10 GbE and (2) 10G SFP+ ports.
- Downlink speed: 10 Gbps
- Uplink speed: 10 Gbps
- PoE availability: 400 W
- Redundancy: DC Power Backup
$699 .00
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What are Ethernet Switches and Hubs?
Introduction
An Ethernet switch and hub are two very important parts of a network that can determine how many computers the network can support and how it routes data. Before purchasing a switch or a hub, it is crucial to understand how they differ from each other. The following information will detail how hubs and switches route network traffic, as well as common types of switches.
Hubs
Ethernet hubs can be used to create a network and expand the number of connections a network can support, but hubs are basic units that repeat incoming data to all ports and cannot route network traffic. So when one computer sends data to another through a hub, that data is sent to all connected computers. The computers then read the address information of incoming data to know whether or not it is intended for them.
Ethernet Switches
Network switches can also create and expand networks but do so more intelligently than hubs. Whereas a hub is a repeater that sends data received to all connected computers, a switch inspects the data for address information and routes it to the intended computer. A network switch does not create as much unnecessary traffic and can support more simultaneous data transfers between computers.
Modular Switches
For large organizations, an Ethernet switch is slightly more complex than the average desktop network switch. Enterprise-grade networks use modular switches that are installed into network switch chassis. One chassis can hold many switch modules, and each module can have several Ethernet ports. Modular network switches have several benefits, including scalability, configurability, and easy expansion.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switches
Some switches, known as PoE switches, are able to deliver both data and power over Ethernet cables. It is similar to how a USB hubcan be used to power devices connected to it. A PoE network setup can reduce the need for power cables and is easy to expand. For example, adding wireless functionality to a PoE network only requires a PoE compatible wireless access point (WAP) to be connected to a PoE switch via network cable.
An added benefit of PoE is that it can allow you to install network equipment at lower cost. For instance, if you need to install a wireless access point at a location with no electrical outlets, you would normally need to have a certified electrician install power outlets in addition to network cables. With a PoE system, you will just need to run network cables to the location. Other than being able to supply power through network cables, a PoE switch functions like any standard Ethernet switch.
