NETGEAR 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Plus Switch (GS108Ev3) - Desktop, and ProSAFE Limited Lifetime Protection

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Yes,when it goes wrong, the devices like my PC, TV , Laptop etc will lose connectivity with the switch and for instance the windows taskbar icons will indicate a connectivity error by displaying yellow mark. Like the GS108, you can also plug it into gaming consoles, laptops, PCs, smart TVs, or even Wi-Fi routers. That way, users like you get to enjoy super-fast networking speeds even with a switch placed in between. – Another Level of Convenience

It’s worth reiterating the design aspects of this ethernet switch so you aren’t surprised when it arrives. The ports and the LED indicators are on the front of the Netgear GS108 and the Netgear GS308. This is so that they are easily accessed and visible when wall mounted. It might seem strange at first for those who are used to the ports being at the rear. So, whether you choose to connect a television, Wi-Fi router, laptop, or gaming console, you can enjoy a consistent and smooth connection with the GS108 switch. – Netgear GS108 vs GS108E The Netgear GS108 and the Netgear GS308 have 8 1 gigabyte Ethernet ports. These are the latest in switches and allow for transfer speeds of up to 1Gbps with a bandwidth of 16 gigabits. Plug and Play Along with this, the GS308 device comes with some managed switch features besides the unmanaged device features. However, you’ll find only unmanaged device features in the GS208 device. As the Netgear GS108 and the Netgear GS308 are unmanaged which means though you don’t have as much control over the system, it is literally a case of just plugging in your devices. Ideal UsesResult: Wireless devices connected to XXX-iot get IPs from the new DHCP range, can connect to internet but not to the rest of the homelab. Memory: 114512K/131072K available (5055K kernel code, 165K rwdata, 628K rodata, 9184K init, 207K bss, 16560K reserved, 0K cma-reserved) Linux version 5.4.99 (builder@buildhost) (gcc version 8.4.0 (OpenWrt GCC 8.4.0 r15853-8f7a905ffb)) #0 Tue Feb 23 10:17:51 2021 This Gigabit Ethernet switch will give those who want a nice price for connectivity an even faster network across connected devices. 2. NETGEAR 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS308) Pros

So now i wanted to bring wired devices into this VLAN12 as well using my Netgear GS108Ev3 (obviously you cannot configure a VLAN on most IOT devices themselves). Unfortunately I lost connectivity from the switch to all other devices after turning my PC on last night which is also connected to the switch via Cat 6 cable and at 1Gbps. In this case it was the same issue with the original set up ie when the Plusnet Hub One was set to its default IP range. I had been trying the Secondary range offered for selection by the PN HH ie 172.16.0.64 - 172.16.255.254 and my laptop and Smart TV also both connected to the switch had been working to that point. Again network connectivity was lost rather than the Internet going across it, indicated by the Ethernet taskbar Icons displaying the yellow mark.

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There’s a plug-and-play feature you can also find on other top devices, which means you don’t need to install new drivers for the drives or tell the computer that a new device has been added. The Netgear GS108 configuration stands out along with the exceptional design that fits any desktop or wall-mount placement. With that, you can have the best networking without much hassle of wires. The GS308 is unique and is a great option when it comes to support and range. Netgear got its specs spot on with the GS308, unlike the GS108, which has been discontinued and does not give you the proper support for the switch. Conclusion The said switch enhances your internet productivity and lets you split the network between multiple network devices. It offers a Gigabit connection on every single port of the same that further ensures a fast internet connection on each connected device. However, the internet experience provided by the same in offices isn’t good enough due to its low buffering speed of 128 KB. It would be safe to say that GS308 has the largest memory buffer when compared to the other “network” switches that belong to the category of the same. The said switch boosts up your internet productivity and gives you an opportunity to split the network between multiple network devices. It offers a Gigabit connection and “fast” ethernet connection on every single port to ensure a super-fast internet connection on each connected device. Therefore, it’s the best choice for offices and large buildings.

That is why their products are endorsed worldwide for stability and fast performance with the right essence of durability. On the positive, we absolutely loved the ease of use for both the Netgear GS108 and the Netgear GS308. All you need to do is connect the power, press the power button and connect the devices you want. It is very handy to be able to see the LED indicators so that you know everything is working properly. We felt that 8 ports were definitely enough form homes and small businesses. We were also more than satisfied with the speeds from both. For the GS108, you have a device that’s limited to Gigabit Ethernet only. On the other hand, the Netgear GS308 allows you to choose between fast Ethernet or gigabit Ethernet connectivity according to your network connection and requirements.

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On the subject of switches doing DHCP, well get a proper layer 3 managed switch and there is a very good chance that it will have a DHCP server that you can configure.