NETGEAR FS105 ProSafe 5-Port 10/100 Desktop Switch

NETGEAR FS105 ProSafe 5-Port 10/100 Desktop Switch | NETGEAR FS105 ProSafe 5-Port 10/100 Desktop Switch

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	NETGEAR FS105 ProSafe 5-Port 10/100 Desktop Switch Netgear Netgear average customer review:based on 29 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

5 Switched Ports / Provides 10BaseT or 100BaseTX Network Bandwidth / Slimline Design Compatible with all popular networks Integrated LED indicators aid installation and network troubleshooting Compact and easy to install Built-in Uplink Port for convenient expansion Free 24-Hour, 7 Days a week tech support Includes AC power cord

good product

This thing is small so you can put it almost any where you would like.
It works good I have my ps3 and computer hooked up to it and it has no lag when running both at the same time.

NETGEAR FS105 ProSafe 5-Port 10/100 Desktop Switch

This a hassle-free unit that is totally plug and play. All inputs clearly marked and lit up with LEDs to let you know all your lines are alive. Practically idiot-proof!

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works great

Plugged it in. connected the ehternet cables. worked instantly. It has been on ever since without any problems. highly recommended.

Cool!

I purchased this 5-port switch to replace an 8-port Belkin switch. I use the switch to provide additional ports for a Belkin Router. The Belkin Switch would become very hot, and subsequently cease to operate. The Netgear switch runs nice and cool, and keeps on tickin' The Netgear switch was very inexpensive and well worth the price (from Amazon)!!

no universal power adapter/supply

*This review may be irrelevant to many people, but it is important for those who need or might need a portable switch that can work around the world from 100V to 240V. Unfortunately, FS105 only works from 100V to 120V, unless you buy an extra universal power adapter on your own.

Other reviews have done a good job on reviewing the product, but I would like to raise an issue which other reviews did not mention --- it does not come with an universal power adapter. The power adapter can only accept 100V to 120V. *But* Netgear neither tell you this on the product box, nor in the official product specification on Netgear's website.

I urgently needed a small & portable switch for my trip overseas. I did some research and I found three options:
- Netgear FS105
- Linksys SD205
- Trendnet TE100-S5

All of them are 5-port switches and their sizes are compact. The problem is that, they don't list what "voltage range" they can accept. This information is not listed in their product specification. Why? My first guess was that maybe they all have universal power supplies that work from 100V to 240V, so they don't need to list it. But my guess was WRONG.

Since it was urgent, I decided to take a chance and bought the Netgear FS105. It was delivered to my house the night before I left for my trip. Since there is no information regarding the "voltage range", I had to open the box. Then, of course it was a disappointment.

I guess the reason they don't list the "voltage range" in their specification is that it's easier for them to print and release the same specification around the world without modifying the specification accordingly.

For those who are looking for a portable switch with universal adapter:
Later, I found out that Linksys SD205 does NOT come with an universal power supply either. However, TRENDnet's technical support told me that TE100-S5 work from 110V to 220V. I believe there are some USB powered portable switches as well.

BTW, here is the specification on my FS105's power adapter.

Model: DSA-9R-05 AUS
Input: 100-120VAC 50/60Hz 0.3A
Output: 7.5V @ 1A

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