D-Link DGS-1008A – 8-Port Gigabit Switch with 10/100/1000Mbps Ports, QoS, Jumbo Frames, Cable Diagnostics, Green Ethernet & Plug-and-Play Design
Overview:
• The D-Link DGS-1008A is an 8-Port Gigabit Switch designed for SOHO, home, and small office network expansion.
• It provides eight Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports for high-speed wired connections, allowing users to connect up to eight PCs or network devices.
• The switch offers an easy way to upgrade an existing network to Gigabit connectivity for faster file transfers and smooth media streaming.
• It supports QoS to prioritize network traffic, helping time-sensitive data perform better during high traffic periods.
• D-Link Green Technology helps reduce power consumption, heat generation, and operating cost without sacrificing performance.
• The switch is environmentally friendly, with Energy Star Level V qualified power adapter, RoHS compliance, and recyclable packaging.
Key Features:
• 8 Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Provides eight 10/100/1000Mbps LAN ports for high-speed wired connectivity.
• Plug-and-Play Networking: Easy installation for home and small office networks.
• QoS Support: Supports IEEE 802.1p QoS with 4 queues and Strict Mode for traffic prioritization.
• 16Gbps Switching Fabric: Provides high switching capacity for Gigabit network performance.
• Jumbo Frame Support: Supports up to 9,216 Byte Jumbo Frames for improved large data transfer performance.
• Cable Diagnostics Function: Notifies users of cable conditions through product LEDs.
• Auto MDI/MDIX: Automatically adjusts cable connection type on all ports.
• Store-and-Forward Switching: Helps improve network reliability and packet handling.
• Green Ethernet: Reduces power usage when no link is detected and adjusts power based on Ethernet cable length.
• Quiet and Energy-Efficient Design: Runs cool and quiet for unobtrusive workplace installation.
Technical Specifications:
• Product Type: Gigabit Switch
• Model: DGS-1008A
• Switch Type: Unmanaged Desktop Switch
• Device Interfaces: 8 × 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit LAN Ports
• Advanced Features: Green Ethernet, Auto MDI/MDIX, Secure Store-and-Forward Switching, IEEE 802.3x Flow Control, IEEE 802.1p QoS, Cable Diagnostics Function
• Switching Fabric: 16Gbps
• Protocol: CSMA/CD
• Data Transfer Rates: Ethernet 10Mbps Half-Duplex / 20Mbps Full-Duplex, Fast Ethernet 100Mbps Half-Duplex / 200Mbps Full-Duplex, Gigabit Ethernet 2000Mbps Full-Duplex
• Transmission Method: Store-and-Forward
• MAC Address Table: 8K
• MAC Address Learning: Automatic Update
• Packet Filtering / Forwarding Rates: Ethernet 14,880pps per port, Fast Ethernet 148,800pps per port, Gigabit Ethernet 1,488,000pps per port
• RAM Buffer: 128KB per device
• Jumbo Frames: 9,216 Bytes
• LED Indicators: Per Port Link / Activity / Speed, Per Device Power
• Media Interface Exchange: Auto MDI/MDIX on all ports
• Power: 5V / 1A Power Adapter
• Power Consumption: Power On Standby DC Input 0.59W / AC Input 1.5W, Maximum DC Input 3.48W / AC Input 5.4W
• Dimensions: 131 × 82 × 22 mm
• Weight: 330g
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage Temperature: -10°C to 70°C
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
• Storage Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing
• MTBF: 522,270 Hours
• Certifications: CE Class B, FCC Class B, ICES-003 Class B, VCCI Class B, C-Tick, Anatel, CCC, cUL, CB, LVD
• Order Information: DGS-1008A – 8-Port Gigabit Switch
Applications:
• Expanding wired networks in homes and small offices.
• Connecting desktop PCs, laptops, printers, routers, and storage devices.
• Upgrading small networks to Gigabit wired connectivity.
• File sharing, media streaming, and everyday office networking.
• Connecting multiple network devices with simple unmanaged operation.
• Suitable for SOHO users who need an economical Gigabit switch with low power consumption.
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Connect Gates recommends the D-Link DGS-1008A for customers who need a simple and economical 8-port Gigabit switch for basic network expansion.
• It is suitable for homes, offices, shops, and small workgroups that need fast wired connectivity without configuration.
• QoS, Jumbo Frames, Flow Control, and Cable Diagnostics make it more useful than basic unmanaged switches for daily network reliability.
• Green Ethernet features help reduce power consumption, making it a practical option for users who want low running cost and quiet operation.
• This switch is recommended for non-PoE network expansion where the customer needs stable Gigabit connectivity, not camera powering or managed switch features.
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