D-Link DES-1008A – 8-Port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch with Auto-Sensing Ports, Auto MDI/MDIX, Flow Control, Plug-and-Play & Store-and-Forward Switching
Overview:
• The D-Link DES-1008A is an 8-Port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch designed as an economical networking solution for Home and SOHO environments.
• It provides eight auto-sensing 10/100Mbps ports, allowing users to connect Ethernet and Fast Ethernet devices within the same network.
• Each port automatically detects network speed and negotiates between 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX, as well as full-duplex and half-duplex operation.
• Auto MDI/MDIX support on all ports removes the need for crossover cables or uplink ports, simplifying installation.
• IEEE 802.3x Flow Control helps reduce dropped packets and provides more reliable data transmission.
• Plug-and-play installation makes the switch easy to deploy without configuration.
Key Features:
• 8 Fast Ethernet Ports: Provides eight 10/100Mbps ports for wired network expansion.
• Auto-Sensing Ports: Automatically detects 10Mbps or 100Mbps network speed.
• Auto-Negotiation: Supports automatic full-duplex and half-duplex negotiation.
• Auto MDI/MDIX: Eliminates the need for crossover cables or uplink ports.
• IEEE 802.3x Flow Control: Helps reduce dropped packets and improve connection reliability.
• Store-and-Forward Switching: Helps improve packet handling and network stability.
• Plug-and-Play Installation: No configuration required.
• RoHS Compliant: Designed with reduced hazardous materials.
• Low Power Consumption: Suitable for basic home and small office networks.
Technical Specifications:
• Product Type: Fast Ethernet Switch
• Model: DES-1008A
• Switch Type: Unmanaged Desktop Switch
• Device Interfaces: 8 × 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Ports
• Network Standards: IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX, ANSI/IEEE 802.3 NWay Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
• Switching Fabric: 1.6Gbps
• Protocol: CSMA/CD
• Topology: Star
• Transmission Method: Store-and-Forward
• Data Transfer Rates: Ethernet 10Mbps Half-Duplex / 20Mbps Full-Duplex, Fast Ethernet 100Mbps Half-Duplex / 200Mbps Full-Duplex
• MAC Address Table: 1K Entries
• MAC Address Learning: Automatic Update
• Packet Filtering / Forwarding Rates: Ethernet 14,880pps per port, Fast Ethernet 148,800pps per port
• RAM Buffer: 57KB per device
• Media Interface Exchange: Auto MDI/MDIX on all ports
• Network Cables: 10BASE-T Cat3/4/5/5e up to 100m, 100BASE-TX Cat5/5e up to 100m
• LED Indicators: Link / Activity per port, Power per device
• DC Input: External 5V / 1A Power Adapter
• Power Consumption: Power On Standby DC Input 0.3W / AC Input 0.5W, Maximum DC Input 1.6W / AC Input 2.5W
• Heat Dissipation: Standby 1.706BTU/h, Maximum 8.53BTU/h
• Dimensions: 128 × 68.5 × 25.4 mm
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage Temperature: -10°C to 70°C
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% RH non-condensing
• Storage Humidity: 5% to 90% RH non-condensing
• Certifications: FCC Class B, ICES-003 Class B, CE Class B, C-Tick Class B, cUL, LVD
Applications:
• Expanding basic wired networks in homes and small offices.
• Connecting desktop PCs, printers, routers, and simple network devices.
• Small workgroups that need 10/100Mbps Ethernet connectivity.
• Basic file sharing and internet access.
• Low-cost network expansion where Gigabit speed is not required.
• Suitable for SOHO users who need a simple unmanaged Fast Ethernet switch.
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Connect Gates recommends the D-Link DES-1008A for customers who need a simple and economical 8-port Fast Ethernet switch for basic network expansion.
• It is suitable for homes, small offices, shops, and light-duty workgroups where 10/100Mbps connectivity is enough.
• Auto MDI/MDIX, Flow Control, and store-and-forward switching make it practical for stable daily network use.
• This switch is recommended when the customer needs low-cost plug-and-play connectivity, not Gigabit speed, PoE camera powering, or managed network control.