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Small black desktop network switch with eight Ethernet ports and LED indicators

Black Box Corporation

Black Box Corporation LBS008A 8-Port 10/100 Network Switch

SKU CH-GERP-B6MTZ MPN LBS008A

USB-powered 8-port 10/100 desktop switch with auto-MDI/MDI-X and plug-and-play operation

  • Type of switchOthers
  • Product formatDesktop
  • Management typeEthernet Switch
  • Main ports8 x Fast Ethernet Network
  • Main port speed10/100Base-TX
  • Product weight0.85
  • Autosensing ports adjust speed for each device
  • Auto-MDI/MDI-X removes the need for crossover cables
  • Non-blocking store-and-forward switching keeps traffic flowing
  • Clear LED indicators show link status at a glance
  • Compact desktop form fits behind a PC

Compact desktop switch

The Black Box LBS008A provides eight Fast Ethernet ports for small wired networks. Its desktop format suits offices or home workspaces that need basic connectivity without rack mounting. Plug-and-play operation means no configuration is required to start linking devices. The unit draws power from a USB source for flexible placement.

Auto-MDI/MDI-X and LED status

Auto-MDI/MDI-X on every port removes the need for crossover cables when connecting computers or other switches. Autosensing ports negotiate 10 or 100 Mbps and half- or full-duplex automatically. Non-blocking store-and-forward switching forwards frames without bottlenecks. Clear LED indicators show link and activity status at a glance.

Eight 10/100Base-TX ports

The eight primary ports run at 10/100Base-TX and represent the total wired capacity of the switch. Buyers needing Gigabit speeds or uplink ports must choose a different model. The switch weighs 0.85 and fits behind a PC for tight spaces. No management features are included.

How it compares

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Price $43.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Box Corporation
Model nameLBS008A
Connectivity
Management typeEthernet Switch
Main port speed10/100Base-TX
Ports & slots
Uplink portsNo
Main ports8 x Fast Ethernet Network
Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size254 × 203 × 152 mm
More details
Type of switchOthers
Product formatDesktop

Questions about this item

Will the USB power supply on the LBS008A need replacement after extended use?

The LBS008A draws power from a USB source, so the only part that may need replacing is the external USB power adapter or cable if they wear out.

What limits throughput first when all 8 ports run at 100 Mbps continuously?

The 10/100Base-TX port speed caps each port at 100 Mbps, so the Fast Ethernet interface is the first bottleneck under sustained load.

How much heat or noise does the fanless LBS008A produce when left on all day?

With no moving parts and a low 0.85 kg desktop chassis, the switch runs silently and generates only modest warmth during continuous operation.

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