The D-Link DES-1008C/B is an 8-port 10/100Base-T unmanaged switch designed to deliver a high-performance, reliable, and cost-effective networking solution. Ideal for small office and home office (SOHO) environments, this switch offers seamless connectivity and easy installation, making it perfect for expanding your wired network. Its compact design, energy efficiency, and robust feature set ensure that your network operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Features

• Eight 10/100 Mbps Ports: Provides ample connectivity for up to eight devices, such as computers, printers, and network storage, offering fast Ethernet speeds up to 100 Mbps.
• IEEE 802.3 Compliance: Adheres to multiple networking standards, including 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE), ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices and energy-saving operations.
• Switching Capacity: With a switching fabric of 1.6 Gbps, the DES-1008C/B offers wire-speed packet filtering and forwarding, ensuring smooth data transmission across the network.
• Advanced Switching Features: Equipped with auto MDI/MDIX crossover on all ports, this switch eliminates the need for crossover cables. It supports full/half-duplex operation, jumbo frames, backpressure, and store-and-forward switching methods, optimizing network performance.
• Power Efficiency: The DES-1008C/B complies with the IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE) standard, reducing power consumption during periods of low data activity, making it an environmentally friendly choice.
• LED Indicators: The switch features intuitive LED indicators for each port, displaying link/activity/speed status, and a power LED indicator, providing clear visibility of network activity and device status.
• Compact Design: Measuring 131 x 54 x 21 mm and weighing just 74.8 grams, the DES-1008C/B is compact and lightweight, making it easy to place in any network setup.
• Durable Build: The switch is designed to operate within a temperature range of 0° to 40°C and can be stored between -40° and 70°C, ensuring durability in various environments.

Detailed Specifications

• Standards:
  • IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T
  • IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX
  • IEEE 802.3x Flow Control
  • IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE)
• Switching Capacity:
  • 1.6 Gbps switching fabric
• Advanced Features:
  • Auto MDI/MDIX crossover for all ports
  • Secure store-and-forward switching scheme
  • Full/half-duplex for Ethernet/Fast Ethernet speeds
  • Supports 2,048-byte jumbo frames
  • Backpressure at half-duplex operation
  • Wire-speed reception and transmission
  • Store-and-Forward switching method
  • Auto-negotiation for each port
  • EEE compliant
• Data Transfer Rates:
  • Ethernet: 10 Mbps (half duplex) / 20 Mbps (full duplex)
  • Fast Ethernet: 100 Mbps (half duplex) / 200 Mbps (full duplex)
• Transmission Method:
  • Store-and-forward
• MAC Address Table Size:
  • 2,000 entries
• Packet Filtering/Forwarding Rates:
  • Ethernet: 14,880 packets per second (PPS) per port
  • Fast Ethernet: 148,800 PPS per port
• RAM Buffer:
  • 96 KB per device
• LED Indicators:
  • Per port: Link/Activity/Speed
  • Per device: Power
• Media Interface Exchange:
  • Auto MDI/MDIX adjustment for all ports
• Physical Parameters:
  • Dimensions: 131 x 54 x 21 mm
  • Weight: 74.8 grams
• Power Specifications:
  • Input: DC 5 V / 0.55 A
  • Power jack: Located on the side
  • Power Consumption:
    • Standby: 0.55 watts
    • Maximum: 1.55 watts
• Environmental Conditions:
  • Operating Temperature: 0° to 40°C
  • Storage Temperature: -40° to 70°C

The D-Link DES-1008C/B is an excellent choice for those looking to expand their wired network with a reliable and energy-efficient unmanaged switch that is easy to set up and use. Its compact size and advanced features make it a versatile addition to any small network.

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