Netgear GS308-300UKS 8-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch

The Netgear GS308-300UKS 8-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch is part of Netgear’s reliable 300 series, offering plug-and-play Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for small offices, home offices, and workgroups. Designed for simplicity, it requires no configuration or management while delivering high-speed wired networking.

With its compact fanless metal housing, the GS308 provides silent operation and energy-efficient performance, making it ideal for desktop or wall-mount deployment.

Ports & Connectivity

• Ports: 8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet ports
• Auto MDI/MDIX: Automatically adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables
• Auto Negotiation: Detects speed and duplex settings automatically
• Standards Supported: IEEE 802.3i, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3x

Performance

• Switching Capacity: 16 Gbps (non-blocking)
• Forwarding Rate: 11.9 Mpps (64-byte packets)
• MAC Address Table Size: 4,000 entries
• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 9 KB

Design & Build

• Housing: Sturdy fanless metal case for durability and silent operation
• Mounting Options: Desktop or wall-mountable
• LED Indicators: Power, Link/Activity per port

Energy Efficiency

• IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) support
• Automatic power reduction on short or idle cables

Power

• Power Supply: External power adapter
• Maximum Power Consumption: ~3.52 W

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions (W × D × H): 158 × 101 × 29 mm
• Weight: ~0.26 kg

Warranty

• Netgear Limited Lifetime Warranty (region-dependent)

Key Features

• 8 auto-sensing Gigabit Ethernet ports for fast wired connectivity
• 16 Gbps switching capacity with reliable, non-blocking performance
• Plug-and-play installation with no configuration required
• Silent fanless design suitable for office or home use
• Energy Efficient Ethernet support reduces power usage

Meta Description

Netgear GS308-300UKS 8-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch with plug-and-play setup, silent fanless metal design, 16 Gbps switching capacity, and energy-saving technology—ideal for SOHO and small business networking.

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