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NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS305) - $14.99 - Amazon

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Amazon [amazon.com] has NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS305) for $14.99.
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$8.00 lower (35% savings) than the list price of $22.99

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About this Item:
  • Plug and play: Simple setup with no software to install or configuration needed
  • Versatile mounting options: Supports desktop or wall mount placement
  • Silent operation: The Fanless design means zero added noise wherever its located, making it ideal for noise sensitive environments
  • Peace of mind warranty – Covered by an industry leading 3 year limited hardware warranty
  • Energy efficient: Designed to optimize power usage, lowering its cost to operate; Most models are compliant with IEEE802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet mode
  • Built to last: Every Netgear Network switch is rigorously tested for reliability, quality, and performance

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> bubble2 1,355 Posts
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03-24-2023 at 03:04 AM.
Not to hijack OPs post, but here's one more option on the same page. Credit to OP:


https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0...arams&th=1
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03-24-2023 at 03:37 AM.
Even if you think you only need 5 ports, do yourself a favor and get an 8 port. Thank me later.
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03-24-2023 at 03:56 AM.
Quote from superslickz :
Even if you think you only need 5 ports, do yourself a favor and get an 8 port. Thank me later.
Agreed. Any deals on an 8 port? 😉
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03-24-2023 at 04:23 AM.
Quote from superslickz :
Even if you think you only need 5 ports, do yourself a favor and get an 8 port. Thank me later.
Agree 100%. Spend the $4 more and get the 8 port. You're going to use 3 ports of a 5 port switch right out of the box. Spend the $4 more to get 3 more ports.



https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-8-...M5MZ&psc=1
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> bubble2 135 Posts
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03-24-2023 at 06:38 AM.
Do these things just die regularly? My TP-Link 8 port died after 3 years, my Netgear GS308 died after 6 months. To be fair its the one device I don't have plugged into a UPS because it sits inside my structured wiring panel, maybe that's on me?
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> bubble2 1,183 Posts
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03-24-2023 at 07:04 AM.
Yes they do seem to die after a few years. The cheap power supply or an internal cap goes bad. It's not worth repairing. Just replace the unit.
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03-24-2023 at 08:55 AM.
Quote from sirlockeholmes :
Do these things just die regularly? My TP-Link 8 port died after 3 years, my Netgear GS308 died after 6 months. To be fair its the one device I don't have plugged into a UPS because it sits inside my structured wiring panel, maybe that's on me?
3 years seems reasonable, but 6 months is a bit short. Is it hot where you keep them?
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03-24-2023 at 09:16 AM.
Quote from sirlockeholmes :
Do these things just die regularly? My TP-Link 8 port died after 3 years, my Netgear GS308 died after 6 months. To be fair its the one device I don't have plugged into a UPS because it sits inside my structured wiring panel, maybe that's on me?
I bought 2 TRENDnet switches in mid-2017, an 8 port and a 5 port. Both still going strong almost 6yrs later running 24/7/365.
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03-24-2023 at 09:50 AM.
Quote from BenjaminL6834 :
3 years seems reasonable, but 6 months is a bit short. Is it hot where you keep them?
Maybe a bit hotter than the rest of the house, it's in a panel in the wall in the laundry room. I have a new one I ordered last week coming. If that doesn't last I'll probably make some changes. Fortunately they are kind of cheap.
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03-24-2023 at 10:02 AM.
Buy a Netgear "ProSAFE" switch, it has a lifetime warranty on the hardware ... it will cost you more but they are worth the money.