NETGEAR GS308EP - Managed 8-port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Switch, Black

The NETGEAR GS308EP-100PES is an 8-port Gigabit PoE+ managed switch with a 62 W power budget, designed to segment local networks and power connected devices. It features eight Gigabit RJ-45 ports, providing a total switching capacity of 16 Gbit/s and a forwarding rate of 16 Mpps. This throughput allows for full-bandwidth traffic across all ports simultaneously, ensuring the switch handles data from multiple active devices without bottlenecks. The 62 W PoE+ budget allows the unit to power compatible hardware, such as IP cameras or wireless access points, directly via standard Ethernet cabling.

Housed in a 158 x 101 x 27 mm black chassis, the switch is designed for flexible installation and can be mounted on a wall. A web-based interface allows administrators to configure network protocols and operational policies. VLAN support is available to isolate specific traffic types, alongside Quality of Service (QoS) rules to prioritise critical data streams. Loop protection, broadcast storm control, and IGMP snooping are included to maintain network stability and manage multicast routing. Weighing 490 grams, the unit uses a standard DC power supply and fits into compact spaces.

• MAC address table with 4,000 entries and 192 KB of packet buffer memory to manage active network connections.
• Support for jumbo frames up to 9,216 bytes for more efficient bulk data transfers.
• Link aggregation allows multiple Gigabit ports to be combined for increased bandwidth and connection redundancy.
• Port mirroring functionality copies designated network traffic to a specific port for monitoring and diagnostic analysis.
• DHCP client integration automatically retrieves IP addressing details from the network router to simplify initial configuration.