Netgear ProSafe Ethernet Switch (GS116NA)

by Netgear

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.1 x 11.2 x 1.1 inches ; 1.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00023DRLO
• Item model number: GS116NA
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #29 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Networking Products > Switches
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 21, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Now you can have a powerful, high-speed network on a small scale. Netgear's GS116 Gigabit Ethernet Switch lets you build a system that provides a full, dedicated 1000 Mbps connections so you can move very large files across your network instantly. The standards-based GS116 helps to protect your existing and future network infrastructure investments by painlessly integrating other 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices.

This potent switch is ideal for workgroups or quickly upgrading workstations to full Gigabit speed, plus it's packed with ease-of-use features to simplify your workday experience. Its compact design fits neatly into small work spaces and, since it's self-cooling without a fan, it runs silently and unobtrusively.

The switch is, chiefly:

Power-packed. Features 16 high-speed, auto-switching 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connections. And because Copper Gigabit Ethernet is a full duplex standard, you can get up to 2000 Mbps on each port.

Versatile. Integrates 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices on the same network and will honor Layer 2 802.1p traffic priority tags. Every port automatically senses the right speed and full/half duplex mode, while Auto Uplink technology automatically adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables.

Accommodating. LEDs embedded in each of the 16 RJ-45 jacks make for easy monitoring. Space-saving dimensions are ideal for desktop or wall mounting in home, small office, workgroups, departments and conference room environments. Its durable metal case has no fan for silent operation. Compatible with either PC, Macintosh, UNIX, or Linux operating systems.

Solid. Providing plug-&-play simplicity with exceptional performance and reliability, the GS116 is a cost effective solution for your growing network. This switch is made to last and Netgear backs it with a solid warranty: switch: 5 years, power supply: 2 years.

What's in the Box
A 16-port gigabit switch, a wall-mount kit, an AC adapter, an installation guide, and a warranty/support information card.

Product Description

Now you can have a powerful, high-speed network on a small scale. Netgear's gs116 Gigabit ethernet switch lets you build a system that provides a full, dedicated 1000 mbps connections so you can move very large files across your network instantly. the standards based gs116 helps to protect your existing and future network infrastructure investments by painlessly integrating other 10, 100, and 1000 mbps devices. this potent switch is ideal for workgroups or quickly upgrading workstations to full Gigabit speed, plus it's packed with ease-of-use features to simplify your workday experience. it's compact design fits neatly into small work spaces and, since it's self-cooling without a fan, it runs silently and unobtrusively. miscellaneous - additional information - latency (100 to 100 mbps): 40 µ (max) latency (1000 to 1000 mbps): 10 µ (max) acoustic noise: 0 db compatibility: network software (e.g., windows, linux, mac os); miscellaneous - certifications & standards - ieee 802.3i: 10base-t ethernet ieee 802.3u: 100base-tx fast ethernet ieee 802.3ab: 1000base-t Gigabit ethernet ieee 802.1p wwr scheduling safety agency approvals: ce mark commercial ul listed (ul 1950) c-tick electromagnetic compliance: ce mark commercial fcc part 15 class a en 55 022 (cispr 22) class a vcci class a c-tick weight (approximate) - 2.00 lb

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

144 of 159 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not "meant to be plugged in all day", January 16, 2007

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Ask Bjørn Hansen (Los Angeles, CA, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Netgear ProSafe Ethernet Switch (GS116NA) (Personal Computers)

Netgear is supposed to have a 5 year warranty (2 on the power supply). I had one of these for about 18 months. Over the last months it's been increasingly flaky, every week or two it just hangs and needs to be unplugged and started again. It doesn't matter how much it's in use (it's done it when we've been on vacation with minimal network traffic).

I called Netgear to get it replaced, but they told me that it's not meant to be plugged in all day, so they won't fix it. Unless you actually unplug all your network equipement when you are not actively using it (I didn't think so), then I highly recommend avoiding Netgear products.

30 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars 7 months old paper weight, July 17, 2007

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George W. Carrillo "George" (Spring, Tx United States) - See all my reviews
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Im with Bjorn, after 2 weeks of use i noticed that i had to unplug the thing after 72hrs of use. Now after 7 months i have 8 dead ports. I have always trusted Netgear, but the last 3 items i have bought from them have failed in less than a year. I don't mind tossing paper cups, i don't expect them to last very long, but swithches and routers, i expect to at least get 3 years out of them.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An economical GB switch, June 26, 2007

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Ernie Gubbels "EJG Omaha" (Omaha, NE USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Netgear ProSafe Ethernet Switch (GS116NA) (Personal Computers)

Right from the start, it could not be easier! If you are looking for an economical 16-Port GB switch the GS116 is an excellent choice. Simply plug it in and it works! I have installed the switch down stream from my 4-port cable router. The auto-sensing port configuration works as advertised. No problems intermixing 10,100,1000 devices. Further, the automatic uplink to the router was completely seamless without the need for a turn-over cable.

Again, if you are looking for a dumb 16-port GB switch, I highly recommend this one.