Cisco SD2008 8-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch

by Cisco

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 5.1 x 5 inches ; 15 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000C20XI
• Item model number: SD2008
• Average Customer Review: 2.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 14, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

From the Manufacturer The Cisco SD2008 8-Port Gigabit Switch provides nonblocking, wire-speed switching for 10-, 100-, and 1000 megabit (Mb) network clients. Use this switch to quickly share and transfer data, voice, and video across your network. You can connect up to 8 network devices such as computers, printers, and access points to create a small business network. The Cisco SD2008 is ideal for small businesses needing an affordable, easy to use switch that you can install yourself. You can connect your existing 10/100 Ethernet network to a Gigabit server backbone without any additional equipment. Or you can build your network from the ground up. Simply plug in your equipment and the switch will determine the appropriate speed for each device and user.

Cisco SD2008 8-port Gigabit Switch

8 Ports of Gigabit Ethernet to support high bandwidth applications

Gigabit Performance
The Cisco SD2008 provides up to Gigabit Ethernet speeds to deliver high speed connectivity to support bandwidth-intensive applications. Use it to replace your network hub or Fast Ethernet switch to maximize the performance of your applications. Each device you connect to the SD2008 can tap into transfer speeds of up to a gigabit per second. It's perfect for graphics, multimedia, and other applications that have to quickly move large files across the network. With this switch you get immediate file transfers, eliminating slow or sluggish network experiences and alleviating network bottlenecks.

Easy Set Up and Compact size There's no software to configure – just plug in your Ethernet cables, connect a power cord, and go. All ports have automatic medium dependent interface (MDI) and MDI crossover (MDI-X) cable detection, so you don't have to worry about the cable type. Each port independently and automatically negotiates for best speed and determines whether to run in half- or full-duplex mode. The compact size makes it ideal for areas with limited space, such as your desktop and it comes with a wall mount kit so you can install it on a wall or under a desk. Consistent Network Performance & Reliability Integrated features like advanced store-and-forward packet switching and auto partitioning help ensure that the quality of the data passing through the switch is consistent and optimized. Address Learning and Aging are supported, as well as 802.3x flow control with head-of-line blocking prevention to keep your high-speed clients from bogging down in lower-speed traffic. Fast store-and-forward switching prevents damaged packets from being passed on to the network. World-famous Cisco reliability and a limited lifetime warranty give you peace of mind

Cisco Small Business Unmanaged Switch Portfolio Model Port Density & Type Uplinks Rack Mountable SD2005 5 10/100/1000   No SD2008 8 10/100/1000   No SD205 5 10/100   No SD208 8 10/100   No SD216 16 10/100   No SR2016 16 10/100/1000   Yes SR2024 24 10/100/1000 2 Combo SFP Yes SR2024C 24 10/100/1000 2 Combo SFP Yes SR216 16 10/100   Yes SR224 24 10/100   Yes SR224G 24 10/100 2 10/100/1000, 2 Combo SFP Yes

Cisco Small Business Unmanaged Switches – A Complete Portfolio
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Why Gigabit Connectivity?
As you more add more applications and devices to your network, you need an easy to use, reliable switch that can alleviate bottlenecks and help prevent network downtime. Your employees need the ability to communicate with each other and with customers and to share printers and access business files. Dealing with a sluggish or unavailable network decreases productivity and slows down business. Let the Cisco SD2008 kick your network in to high gear.

Upgrade to Swifter Speeds

• Gigabit Ethernet connectivity quickly transfers data and helps minimize network congestion, allowing you to run a smooth network
• Nonblocking wire-speed design reliably receives and forwards traffic
• All ports automatically sense connected network devices and negotiate fastest speed
• Auto-MDI/MDI-X determines the correct cable so you do not have to worry about incorrect cable types
• Compact size makes it ideal for areas with limited space
• Cisco reliability and limited lifetime warranty provide peace of mind

What’s in the Box

• Cisco SD2008 8-Port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch
• AC power cord
• User guide with online registration card

Product Description

MODEL- SD2008 VENDOR- LINKSYS FEATURES- 8-Port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch The 8-Port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch provides non-blocking wire speed switching for your 10 100 and 1000 megabit network clients. Drop this switch in place of your current workgroup hub or switch and you can upgrade your high-requirement workstations to full Gigabit speeds as necessary while continuing to service other clients at their current speeds. Or build your network from the ground up with appropriate link speeds for each users requirements. Either way it is perfect for graphics multimedia and other applications that have to move large files across the network quickly. With the 8-Port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch you can connect your existing 10/100 Ethernet network to a Gigabit server backbone without any additional equipment. All ports have automatic MDI/ MDI-X crossover detection so you do not have to worry about the cable type. Each port independently and automatically negotiates for best speed and whether to run in half- or full-duplex mode. Address learning and aging is supported as well as 802.3x flow control with head-of-line blocking prevention to keep your high- speed clients from bogging down in lower-speed traffic. Fast store- and-forward switching prevents damaged packets from being passed on into the network. Includes Gigabit Switch AC power adapter Registration card and User guide. * Eight 10/100/1000Mbps half/full duplex switched ports. * Forwards and filters packets at non-blocking full wire speed. * All ports have auto speed negotiation and auto MDI/MDI-X crossover detection. * Linksys reliability and limited lifetime warranty. -- SPECIFICATIONs -- STANDARDs - IEEE 802.3 802.3u

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

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54 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Make sure you get ONLY a Revision 3.0 switch !!!, November 24, 2008

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Rick Spiegel - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cisco SD2008 8-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch (Personal Computers)

Signifiant changes have occurred over the life of this switch. Version 1 had an internal fan and was quite noisy, albeit cool running. Version 2 & 2.1 eliminated the fan. However capacitor C251, sitting next to an internal heatsink is prone to failure after 6 - 8 months, resulting in dropped packets and link connections. Version 3.0 has solved this problem with a complete re-layout of the printed circuit board (PCB), with a redesign of the power/voltage regulation. The new version, still fanless, runs MUCH cooler than version 2.1.

 

The manufacturer commented on this review(What's this?)

Posted on May 20, 2011 3:45:03 PM PDT

"Cisco Small Business Team" says:

(MANUFACTURER)

Rick-

The new version definitely solves some of your problems with the previous versions. We are glad you are satisfied with the new revision of this switch. Thank you, we appreciate the positive feedback!

Diana
Cisco Small Business Team

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Version 2.1 is silent, but dead gigabit, July 3, 2007

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Robinson A. Nunez Vargas "Robintosh" (Santiago, Chile) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cisco SD2008 8-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch (Personal Computers)

Bought this switch and received the 2.1 version which is black. It is fanless or at least if it does have fans I don't hear them. Tested it and performance is good getting almost 1Gbit under all conditions (hard disks and other hardware being the limiting factor). Also tested it with jumbo frames and worked OK. Overall good buy, great speed with jumbo frame support at a nice price.

Edit: After almost a year, now the swith will no longer negotiate gigabit and only works OK at 100Mbit. This seems to be a widespread problem with version 2.1. And Linksys seems to be slow replacing or repairing these units under their lifetime warranty. Would suggest getting another switch.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Newer version is quiet and better., March 6, 2007

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Kia (PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cisco SD2008 8-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch (Personal Computers)

I have bought both the old version of the Linksys SD2008 about 2 years ago when first released and everyone is right - Loud, and unacceptable when sitting on a desk next to you. I am lucky that I built a server and placed it and all networking items in basement so it did not bother me. I did hear it when I went into basement thought. The fan started really getting loud about 3 months ago and it just died in the past week but switch is still going strong. I wanted to see it the Version 2.1 was any better than the 1.0 that I currently have. I have not switched over yet because I am waiting for other new parts but I did plug in new switch and well what do you know. TADA. No fan sounds. I dont think the newer version even have a fan in it. Its slightly better looking than original because front bezel is black instead of grey. I like that fact that the plugs are in the back compared to Netgears switches which plug into the front(which can make an unsightly mess with a lot of plugs) I have used Linksys products for many years now. With Cisco, they seem to get better every year. Give the newer 2.1 switch a try. You won't be dissappointed.