TRENDnet 8-Port Unmanaged Gigabit GREENnet Desktop Switch (8 x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation, Auto-MDIX Gigabit Ethernet Ports) TEG-S80DG (Black Metal)

by TRENDnet

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 3.9 x 1.1 inches ; 15.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0033GFH2E
• Item model number: TEG-S80DG
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #77 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Networking Products > Switches
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 16, 2009

Product Description

The compact 8-Port Gigabit GREENnet Switch (TEG-S80Dg) provides high bandwidth performance, ease of use and reliability, all while reducing power consumption by up to 70%. GREENnet technology automatically adjusts power voltage as needed, resulting in substantial energy savings. An internal power supply eliminates a bulky external power adapter and frees up precious space around electrical power outlets. Boost your office efficiency and eliminate network congestion with Gigabit speeds and total switching capacity of 16Gbps with Full-Duplex Mode. Plug and Play this sturdy metal switch for reliable high-speed network connectivity. Max power savings compared with standard TRENDnet switches.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Compact and very sturdy, September 17, 2010

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Strohmian (New York, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TRENDnet 8-Port Unmanaged Gigabit GREENnet Desktop Switch (8 x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation, Auto-MDIX Gigabit Ethernet Ports) TEG-S80DG (Black Metal) (Personal Computers)

This is essentially the same model as the TEG-S80G, except it has an internal power supply. One less wall- wart was easily worth the small price premium for me, especially since the metal device looks and feels like it will last until gigabit ethernet becomes obsolete. The five- year warranty suggests longevity as well.

The power cable disconnects and the grounded connector is labeled "100-240V, 50/60Hz", nice pluses these days. The switch remains cool to the touch and draws a frugal 1 Watt, but unfortunately, my Kill-a-Watt also reports 14 VAs! I can see Germany or Switzerland refusing an Eco sticker over that awful power factor, but practically speaking, this is your power company's problem - you only pay for the 1 Watt real load, which for me tallies up to $2, annually.

On the actual networking side, this switch is unspectacular - which is a good thing! I use it like I use a power strip - cable from the router goes on port #1, all else on the next free port. 10Mbit webcam, 100 MBit incoming internet, 1000 MBit NAS - it's all seamless. One thing to note is that the rear ports don't have lights. I happen to find the amber/green lights on some Ethernet ports rather reassuring and professional (like in a data center). On this unit the lights are on the front and only of one color. I admit that's a pet peeve and retain the 5 stars for a super- solid, simple device.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Going strong for a number of months, November 29, 2011

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W. Shannon (CT, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TRENDnet 8-Port Unmanaged Gigabit GREENnet Desktop Switch (8 x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation, Auto-MDIX Gigabit Ethernet Ports) TEG-S80DG (Black Metal) (Personal Computers)

At first I was not sure that a cheap switch could do such a good job, (I got mine on sale for around $30). I have had it now for a number of months and have not needed to reset it. Unlike a lot of other switches this one is wall mountable (screws are not included but most standard screws will work) which makes my install look so much better. I was able to get very speed over old beat up cat5e cable, I have recently rewired my house with cat6 but have yet to preform a speed test. I plan on buying another TREND network soon to expand my network.

Somethings to note and explain if people don't know them:

TRENDnet makes two different 8 port Gigabit switches, one with a power supply built in and the other with a power adapter. Both seem to get good reviews and don't seem to have other differences so go with whatever is cheaper at the time you buy. The power adapter one is a 90degree angel one so for most strip plugs it will not take up more than one space.

This is a switch not a router, I have noticed in some reviews some people have left bad reviews because of this. The difference between a switch and router is that a router shares the internet connection with multiple computers and in the case of most home networks assigns the IP addresses. This device is used to expand the network. This device will provide gigabit speeds between devices plugged into it even if the router it is plugged into is not a gigabit router.

The "green" means that it saves energy by only using the power needed on each port. A standard non green switch will send full power out over each port (enough for the max of a 100m cable run) where a green switch like this one will only send out the power needed for the length of the cable.

Gigabit Ethernet "requires" at least Cat5e cable and uses all 4 pares of the cable (as opposed to only 2 with 10/100 Ethernet), you can try it on something else but it may not work right.

This switch is what is known in the IT field as a "dumb" switch, meaning that it is plug and play and there is no configuration necessary, if you don't know the difference between a "dumb" and a "smart" switch it is safe to say that what you need is a "dumb" switch and this is a good choice.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very pleased, runs very cool, March 26, 2011

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James M. Ennes - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TRENDnet 8-Port Unmanaged Gigabit GREENnet Desktop Switch (8 x 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation, Auto-MDIX Gigabit Ethernet Ports) TEG-S80DG (Black Metal) (Personal Computers)

Very pleased with this switch. Runs very cool (90 F) even when placed on top of other network components with approx 2" air space between. Having the power supply built into the unit makes it easier to situate in a crowded AV+network space. Replaced a Netgear 5-port which ran at 115F. Excellent packaging and manual. Would highly recommend.