Non-blocking architecture with 16 Gbps total switching capacity moves data at full wire-speed for maximum throughput
Compact size makes it ideal for desktops with limited space
Product Review
Product Description
Package Contents: 8-port 10/100/1000 Desktop switch, power adapter, wall mount kit, rubber feet, CD-ROM with Product Documentation The D-Link DGS-2208 8-Port 10/100/1000 Desktop Switch is an excellent solution for expanding your Gigabit network. Gigabit speed is 10 times faster than 100Mbps Fast Ethernet connection - use it for faster transfer of bandwidth-intensive music, video, photos, graphic, and data files. Supporting Auto-MDI/MDI-X, this 8-port Gigabit Switch eliminates the need for crossover cables and uplink ports. Easy-toread LEDs display status and activity, and the cable diagnostics feature checks the condition of your Ethernet cables to see if any of them require replacement. requires no configuration. It is compact in size, making it ideal for desktops with limited space. Features like MAC address learning and aging, along with 802.3x flow control alleviate traffic congestion, ensuring reliable and efficient transmission of data. Check e-mail, browse the web, chat with friends and family, and play online games more quickly. Make and receive jitter-free Voice over IP (VoIP) calls and experience lag-free LAN gaming. Minimum System Requirements - Devices supporting 802.3 Ethernet, 802.3u Fast Ethernet, or 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet; CAT5 Ethernet cable; Network Interface Card for each computer; CD-ROM drive Dimensions(WxDxH) - 7.5 x 4.6 x 1.375 Weight - 1.2 lbs
Comment: I've owned a lot of networking gear in my days. All brands do some things well, and some things not so well. Some brands even fail miserably at certain tasks.
D-Link knows switches. They make em' cheap, they make em' efficient, and they make it last.
I use this switch in my entertainment center, fed by a Ruckus 7111/7811 beam-forming wireless receiver. It delivers connectivity to my Blu-Ray player, XBox, HTPC, and AppleTV without a hitch.
Wouldn't recommend any other brand for an in expensive ethernet switch.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Just as it is advertised 2010-02-26
Comment: No problems, Hooked it up with cat 5 out of each port behind a Linksys firewall. Perfect.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great performance and affordable! 2010-02-10
Comment: Transfer times in my home network have decreased tremendously now that I'm taking advantage of the gigabit connections on my computers. Setup couldn't be easier, looks great, lights indicate 100 or 1000 Mbps connection (very satisfying to see the green instead of amber lights!), very inexpensive considering the quality.
Recommended!
Customer Rating:
Summary: Works Okay 2010-02-07
Comment: The power saving sometimes slows my ability to get to devices hooked to this switch, but once connected, performance seems good.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Fast and Reliable 2010-02-06
Comment: I bought this unit to replace a pair of 4-port switches and gain Gigabit speed on my local network. Being an unmanaged switch, setup is trivial. Performance is awesome and the unit is silent. I'm very pleased with this purchase and would consider D-Link products again.
D-Link knows switches. They make em' cheap, they make em' efficient, and they make it last.
I use this switch in my entertainment center, fed by a Ruckus 7111/7811 beam-forming wireless receiver. It delivers connectivity to my Blu-Ray player, XBox, HTPC, and AppleTV without a hitch.
Wouldn't recommend any other brand for an in expensive ethernet switch.