D-Link DGS-1008D/E Switch 8xGB Mini

The D-Link DGS-1008D is an 8-port 10/100/1000Mbps desktop switch that offers high performance in a space- and cost-saving device. Another feature of this switch is that all ports automatically negotiate the MDI/MDIX (Up-Link) mode setting, avoiding the need to create crossover cables. This desktop switch is an economical alternative to fiber optics for home offices and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Increased network loads are handled with the higher bandwidth of Gigabit Ethernet.

Standards
The DGS-1008D Switch supports IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, 802.3u 100BASE-TX, 802.3ab 1000BASE-T and 803.3x flow control. This switch is equipped to auto-negotiate speeds at 10Mbps, 100Mbps and 1000Mbps.

Flow control
The DGS-1008D switch, in Full-Duplex mode, helps protect users from data loss during network transmission. When connected to a LAN card (on a server or PC) that supports flow control, and when the data buffer is about to fill, the switch sends a signal to the PC indicating this situation. The PC then delays transmission until the buffer is freed and more data can be sent.

Gigabit connectivity without fiber
The switch features 8 Gigabit ports in the familiar Ethernet format, so it works seamlessly with existing network cables (Cat5 or higher). In full duplex mode, speeds of up to 2000 Mbps can be achieved, allowing workstations to access server data without bottlenecks.

Plug and play installation
All you have to do is connect the cables to the switch.
All ports support both straight-through and crossover cables, eliminating the need for an uplink port.
With auto-sensing 10/100/1000Mbps, no configuration is required.

D-Link Green energy saving technologies
It incorporates new energy-saving technologies. By detecting whether connected devices are on or off and estimating cable length, the switch is able to adjust its energy consumption, resulting in savings of up to 73%*.