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NETGEAR / NetworkingIllustrative network switch; not an exact product photograph
Illustrative device. Confirm the exact appearance and configuration at the retailer.

Unmanaged multi-gig Ethernet

NETGEAR 8-Port 2.5Gb Switch / MS308

Unmanaged switch

More wired 2.5Gb connection points for compatible devices, without a managed-switch configuration interface.

Amazon (paid link)

Before you choose

Check the whole setup.

  • Confirm the MS308 model, port speeds, included power supply and regional warranty.
  • Count the uplink as a used port and check the NICs and cables at both ends of each connection.
  • Choose a managed switch with documented configuration controls when the plan requires port VLAN or PVID settings.
  • Check installation space, mounting and the current listing. No throughput or power measurements are claimed.

Plan the role

Fit it to the system.

Match the switch to the port speeds and configuration features the network requires. An unmanaged expansion switch and a configurable VLAN learning switch fill different roles.

Research notes

The linked retailer listing establishes the observed product identity. The checks above are planning guidance; no hands-on benchmark, compatibility certification, price or stock claim is supplied.