Cisco Linksys SD205 5-port 10/100 Switch
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Most Helpful First | Newest FirstLinksys SD205
This Linksys SD205 switch rules. First, its mesmerizing because its the same size as the Ipod. Second, it does what its advertised such as connecting other computers together and most importantly, it regenerates signal. I was seriously considering buying a repeater, but they cost a couple hundred dollars. Technically, a hub is supposed to do the same thing but who wants that passive crap. The signal in my network started to attenuate and needed regeneration. This badboy fixed it and its back to full strength. I highly recommend this product if you are needing a component to branch out your network.
Linksys SD205 10/100 Switch (5-port)
The Linksys product has always been a good selection for my solutions however this little LAN hub surprised me when I discovered that it really is what I would call a four port becuase one of the ports you have to use for your input. So you can only connect four PC's with this model not five. But the product works great and love that it is so small!
Linksys Switch
What I like from this product is the size and flexibility. Since I daisy chain the wired network, I don't have to worry straight or cross over ethernet cable from any ports. With the compact size, I could hide anywhere or even behind the wall.
Set it and forget it
I got this for an office at work. I had to upgrade it from slowwww 10-base-T to Fast Ethernet. As soon I plugged it up, DHCP took care of the rest. This hub takes a pounding between Internet, printer, and servers daily. No problem for it. Some of our network connections are true Gigabit speed, and this switch holds it's own against this equipment.
Worked Great the First Time
Item was delivered quickly and setup without a hitch. Has worked flawlessly ever since.