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NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation

NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation

NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation
$ 249.99

Score By Feature

Based on 4,904 ratings
Quality of material
9.70
Versatility
9.53
Durability
9.08
Value for money
9.08
WiFi signal
8.58
Tech Support
8.18

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Product Description

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Ethernet ports with a total of 48 Gigabits per second
There is no software to install or configuration required for this simple plug-and-play setup.
With the necessary mounting hardware included in the box, this product can be used on a desktop or in a rack.
IEEE802 compliant energy efficient design. 3az
Operation is completely silent, making it ideal for noise-sensitive environments.

Questions & Answers

What is the best way to make plug and play work? I have a modem and a wifi router connected, but I can't get any of the other ports to work?

Create a flow chart like this: br>br>Modem - A modem is a device that allows you to communicate with other people over the internet. > Wi- Router for Wireless Internet - > Netgear 16-port switch Gigabit Ethernet Switch with Ports The Wi-Fi router will assign an IP address to all of your devices (up to 15). Router with Wi-Fi capability br>br>Labeling your cables is another option. I have two sixteen-year-old daughters. One Unmanaged (for Internet) and one Managed (for private network) port switch, and all cables are color-coded The data has been coded and labeled in a way that makes it easy to understand.

Is it necessary for me to have a 1 gigabit internet connection in order to use this?

Its maximum speed is 1000 Mbps, but it can also handle 10/100 Mbps devices. It is not only limited to the Internet, but also to any devices that wish to communicate with one another, such as mobile phones. etc. from a computer to a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device And, in most cases, those devices have gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing them to communicate at gigabit speeds.

Is the input voltage of the power adapter between 100 and 220 volts? I'm looking for something that can be used both inside and outside of the United States. thanks?

Netgear made a mistake, in my opinion - I'm baffled as to how such a blunder could happen. It would be done on purpose to achieve the desired configuration. The GS308's power adapter has a rating of: br>br> br>Input (on the wall): 100- The voltage is 240 volts AC and the current is 0. 15 volts. br>Input (to the switch): 0 volts DC, 12 volts DC 5 Amperebr>br>The GS316's power adapter is rated at: br>Input (on the wall): 100- The voltage is 120 volts AC and the current is 0 volts. 3 Ampere. br>Input (to the switch): Because the GS316's power adapter is 12 Volt DC, 1 Ampere, it cannot be used globally, whereas the GS308's can. br>I bought the GS308 first, and it worked fine, but I needed more ports, so I bought the GS316. After half an hour, it ceased to function. Only after that did I notice the adapter's power rating (I live in Israel - see below). 220 volts alternating current (AC network). br>At the moment, the GS316 is powered by the GS308 power adapter, but as more ports are added, the adapter will no longer be able to supply enough current. br>br>Contacted Amazon to see if there is any way to mitigate the situation (other than a return/refund).

So you'd have 15 ports (1 in, 15 out) to connect to, right?

Nope. Mine was a one-in, fourteen-out scenario.

Selected User Reviews For NETGEAR 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS348) - Desktop or Rackmount, Silent Operation

The GS316 receives a D, while Netgear receives an F
3/5

The Netgear 16-port switch is the subject of this review. I purchased a 10-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch (model GS316) to replace my existing 10-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch. 3Com Gigabit switch, which was over a year old and starting to show its age. br>br>At first, I was blown away. It was small and well-made, and it quickly established connections with my various computers (1 to 5 seconds) and transferred data at speeds of over 100 megabytes per second. It was never hotter than ambient (around 65 degrees F). For 32 days, everything was fine! br>br>One morning, I couldn't get my e-mail to work. mail. I went to investigate after unsuccessfully pinging the server, other computers on my LAN, and finally my modem/router. The switch had power (the power LED was green), but the port indicators were dark on half of the ports, and the other half indicated Gigabit connections despite the fact that no devices were connected. I tried switching the power on and off, but it didn't make a difference. I disconnected all of the Ethernet cables and rebooted the computer, but nothing changed. I turned off the power for 5 minutes and then turned it back on again – no difference. The switch had been turned off. I reinstalled my old 3Com switch and was able to get my network up and running again. Everything was fine. br>br>I tried to submit a warranty claim on the Netgear website because I had registered it, but they required "proof-of-purchase. " In the form of an image, you can "purchase. " I wasn't sure what they were looking for, so I contacted Amazon to see if they had any forms that would meet their needs. Because the technical people at Amazon were incredible, this was the best part of the experience. In the Amazon chat room, I told Millena about my problem, and she contacted Netgear on my behalf. We finally reached out to Netgear after about an hour of waiting. Millena planned to call me and include the Netgear technician in the conversation. Because of privacy concerns, Netgear declined to take part in a conference call. Millena then connected me to Netgear and hung up the phone, but we continued to chat online. br>br>After I described the steps I took and the state of the switch in detail, the Netgear technician insisted I follow her script, which included disconnecting my 3Com switch (cutting off my online chat with Millena) and repeating all of the steps I had already told her I had done. She offered to create an RMA and gave me three options after she was satisfied that the switch was dead: 1) I'd send them the dead switch (at my expense), and they'd send me a replacement once they received it; 2) Make a $16 donation to them. 90 to send me a replacement with a return shipping label via ground transportation; Alternatively, you could give them $29 if you're feeling generous. 90 dollars to send me a replacement via airmail with a return shipping label. What a sham of a guarantee! I contacted Amazon once more. br>br> I had a conversation with Chris this time. Chris offered to refund my purchase and provide me with a return shipping label after I explained the Netgear RMA options. I accepted the offer and replaced the Netgear switch with a Cisco switch that was similar but cost a little more but received much better reviews (nothing below a 3). br>br>Let me be clear about something: New electronics occasionally fail and must be replaced, but the extra steps required by Netgear to file a warranty claim are inexcusable. If a device fails within 90 days, it should be replaced without charge as soon as possible. The switch receives a D, while Netgear receives an F.

Jake Drake
Jake Drake
| Sep 01, 2021
The quality of Netgear is no longer what it was! This unit has been in my possession for one year and two weeks
3/5

The device is still powered on, but it is not able to connect to the internet. When I called Netgear for a warranty replacement, they told me that I would have to pay for shipping both ways. You can also pay $16 to have a replacement shipped to you before returning the item, but you will still be responsible for shipping costs back to Netgear. To replace a $50 switch, this will cost me around $30. This will be my LAST purchase from Netgear. When you hang up with the call center, they close all tickets without emailing you to see if the problem has been resolved. As a result, you'll get a new ticket for every call you make.

Major HILTON
Major HILTON
| Nov 17, 2021
This product was great and 100% necessary for my workload until it broke and found no support
3/5

This product was great and 100% necessary for my workload until it broke and found% I've owned several Netgear switches, all of which have performed admirably. My 16-port switch, on the other hand, had stopped working. It has no internet connection and only works for about a minute after being turned off and on. In its place, other switches are functional. Once I determined that it was the switch, I figured it would be a good idea to go to their website and inform them that their switch had died less than a year ago. That is, until I went through the agony of trying to find a phone number to call and being told that I had to pay to inform them that their product had died because it had been over 90 days. Once again, I must say that it was a fantastic product that unfortunately died in less than a year due to the company's unwillingness to support its own product.

Beckham Keith
Beckham Keith
| Sep 09, 2021
Operation with no flaws - Make sure you have a good surge protector connected to it
5/5

Because I live in the United States' lighting capital, I have a Netgear 16-port switch. The surge protector (Tripp-1) is connected to the AC plug of the port switch. In my network storage box, I have a lite) version. If you need a network switch, you should already have a good surge suppressor installed on all of your network's equipment. If you don't, you're jeopardizing the life of your device. But I'm getting ahead of myself. In terms of the Netgear 16-port switch, What is a port switch? So, there you have it, my friend - For me, it has performed admirably. It's a plug-and-play operation. play. My Eero router sends an Ethernet cable to the Netgear switch, which then sends Ethernet cables to the rest of our house. There have been no issues for me. It's a great piece of equipment, and I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. Both Eero and Netgear have proven to be extremely reliable in our home. br>br>Before purchasing this switch, I read every single review available on it. Some of them were downright hilarious.

Reign Logan
Reign Logan
| Jan 18, 2021
Purchase a 16-pack of with caution when using the port version I purchased a 16-pack of cigarettes
3/5

The gigabit port version (GS316) of this unmanaged gigabit gigabit gigabit gigabit gigabit gigabit In March of this year, we made the switch to e-commerce. It was purchased to replace an 8-inch computer monitor. I needed the extra ports, so I switched to a port switch (who doesn't have a growing network these days?). The setup was simple, and everything appeared to be working fine. br>br>When the network went down one day, I discovered that the switch had simply stopped passing data - during troubleshooting, I discovered that the switch had simply stopped passing data - The lights on the switch were flashing, but nothing on the switch was communicating with each other, let alone passing or receiving data from the Internet port, as it does on a regular basis - You might wonder why I didn't have it replaced while it was still under warranty - It ran out before I realized the switch was the only thing on the network that was causing the problem. The network issue can be resolved by unplugging the switch from the power and then reconnecting it. br>br>After two and a half years, it appears to be worsening - As a result, I'm going to replace it now - with 16- I've always had good luck with Netgear switches, but this one appears to be having problems - Just take a look at the other comments on this and other websites. When the switch is turned on, it works perfectly. It hoses things up when it locks up. Perhaps you should look somewhere else. YMMV.

Reece Key
Reece Key
| Jan 28, 2021

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