Linksys LN2308P-KE - Unmanaged 8-port 2.5 gigabit Power over Ethernet switch, Black

The Linksys LN2308P-KE 8-port unmanaged 2.5G PoE++ switch (180W) is a plug-and-play device that expands wired network capacity without needing configuration. Users can connect their hardware to establish an immediate link. The switch features eight 2.5GBASE-T ports with transfer rates up to 2.5 Gbit/s, four of which support PoE with a total power budget of 180 W. The multi-gigabit throughput handles high-bandwidth devices, while Power over Ethernet allows security cameras or access points to be powered directly through the Ethernet cables. As a Layer 2 device, the switch manages internal traffic between connected clients based on hardware addresses.

Housed in a black metal chassis, this 8-port switch is built for durability and efficient heat dissipation. It operates without a fan, making it suitable for quiet environments such as home offices or open-plan workspaces. Measuring 168 x 90 x 26 mm, the compact unit fits easily onto desks or shelves. The enclosure protects the internal components, while the metal shell manages heat passively, eliminating the risk of mechanical failure associated with cooling fans. Deploying the switch requires only a standard electrical outlet to power the unit and its connected peripherals.

• 40 Gbit/s switching capacity handles simultaneous high-speed data transfers across all ports without bottlenecks.
• 4,000-entry MAC address table identifies and routes traffic for connected clients.
• Support for 12,000-byte jumbo frames improves transmission efficiency and reduces CPU load during large local file transfers.
• IEEE 802.3x flow control regulates data transmission to prevent packet loss during periods of congestion.
• IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet compliance reduces power consumption during periods of low data activity.