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Network Switches

Discover the best network switches for your needs. Our selection includes top-rated models with various features to enhance your network’s performance. Whether you need a switch for a small office or a large data center, find reliable and efficient options here.

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TP-LINK TL-SG1005LP 5-Port Gigabit Switch with 4-Port PoE+

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SKU: TL-SG1005LP
£50.00

TP-LINK TL-SG1008P 8-Port Gigabit Switch with 4-Port PoE

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SKU: TL-SG1008P
£61.05

TP-LINK TL-SG1008MP 8-Port Gigabit Switch with 8-Port PoE

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SKU: TL-SG1008MP
£148.50

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Network switches are hardware devices used in computer networking that manage and direct data traffic within a local area network (LAN). They connect multiple devices like computers, printers, and servers within the same network, ensuring efficient communication by determining the best path for data to reach its destination.

Key features of network switches include:

  • Ports: Multiple Ethernet ports that connect devices using network cables.
  • MAC Address Table: Maintains a table of MAC addresses, mapping devices to specific ports to facilitate accurate data forwarding.
  • Full-Duplex Communication: Allows simultaneous sending and receiving of data.
  • Management: Can be managed (configurable, supports network protocols) or unmanaged (plug-and-play, pre-configured).
  • Speed: Typically operates at speeds of 1 Gbps (Gigabit Ethernet) or 10 Gbps, though faster switches are also available.
  • VLAN Support: Virtual LANs can be created to segregate network traffic for security or management purposes.

Advanced switches may offer features like Quality of Service (QoS), Power over Ethernet (PoE), and Layer 3 capabilities for routing between subnets.