Cisco SD208 8-port 10/100 Switch

by Cisco

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 5.1 x 1.2 inches ; 15.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000ALFEV
• Item model number: SD208
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 9, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

This newly-redesigned Linksys 8-Port 10/100 Switch can significantly increase your network traffic's speed. A switch serves the same function as a hub in a network design -- tying your network equipment together. But unlike a simple-minded hub which divides the network's bandwidth among all the attached devices, a switch delivers full network speeds at each port. Installing this cost-effective 8-Port 10/100 Switch can potentially increase your network speed by eight times!

It's the perfect way of integrating 10 Mbps Ethernet and 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet devices, too. All eight ports are auto speed negotiating, and have automatic MDI/MDI-X crossover detection, so you don't have to worry about the cable type. Each port independently negotiates for best speed and half- or full-duplex mode, for up to 200 Mbps of bandwidth per port. Fast store-and-forward switching prevents damaged packets from being passed on into the network.

The new ultra-compact case design is sure to fit into your workgroup environment. Let the Linksys 8-Port 10/100 Switch kick your 10/100 network into high gear.

Product Description

This newly-redesigned Linksys 8-Port 10/100 Switch can significantly increase your network traffics speed. A switch serves the same function as a hub in a network design -- tying your network equipment together. But unlike a simple-minded hub which divides the networks bandwidth among all the attached devices, a switch delivers full network speeds at each port. Installing this cost-effective 8-Port 10/100 Switch can potentially increase your network speed by eight times. It is the perfect way of integrating 10Mbps Ethernet and 100Mbps Fast Ethernet devices, too. All eight ports are auto speed negotiating, and have automatic MDI/MDI-X crossover detection, so you do not have to worry about the cable type.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

The manufacturer commented on the review belowSee comments

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Nice switch, bad longevity, June 12, 2007

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Drictor - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cisco SD208 8-port 10/100 Switch (Personal Computers)

I had two of these fail in the last week. Both are about a year old. The first one has a couple of ports that stopped working, and the second completely died overnight. They're plugged into UPS's, so power surges didn't cause the problem. I'm really dissapointed!

 

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

Posted on May 20, 2011 2:45:39 PM PDT

"Cisco Small Business Team" says:

(MANUFACTURER)

Hi Drictor,

Sorry for the trouble you experienced with our product! We have very high quality standards for our products, and design and engineer our switches according to industry standards. We're committed to proactively addressing any issues with our products and encourage you to call Small Business Support at https://supportforums.cisco.com/community/netpro/small-business/sbcountrysupport for further investigation into your problem. If the issue can't be resolved, we'll replace the switch if it's within the warranty period.

Diana
Cisco Small Business Team

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The manufacturer commented on the review belowSee comments

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reliable Basic Switch, May 9, 2007

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Brock Eastman - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cisco SD208 8-port 10/100 Switch (Personal Computers)

I have deployed several of these switches in a large environment. This series of switch has proven reliable everywhere we have deployed them. For a small, unmanaged switch it seems to be the best choice available. Crossover detect is becoming a more common feature, and is a real time saver. I have also seen this switch overcome cabling deficiencies where other "mini-switchs" have failed.

 

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

Posted on May 20, 2011 3:54:17 PM PDT

"Cisco Small Business Team" says:

(MANUFACTURER)

Brock-

Thanks for the positive feedback! These switches are proven to be very reliable, and we are glad you are satisfied with your SD208 Switch.

Diana
Cisco Small Business Team

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works Great, December 20, 2007

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G. W. Rocklein Jr. - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cisco SD208 8-port 10/100 Switch (Personal Computers)

Does exactly what it's supposed to do. A nice, compact little 10/100 switch with eight ports. Works great.