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Compact silver metal desktop switch with eight RJ45 ports and one SFP+ uplink, fanless design

Netgear Inc.

Netgear Inc. GS108MX-100NAS 8-port 10G network switch

SKU CH-4FM1-PP21M MPN GS108MX-100NAS

An 8-port unmanaged switch with one 10G uplink, fanless metal case, and 5.7W max power draw

  • Product formatDesktop/Wall-mount
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.3az IEEE 802.1p IEEE 802.3x
  • Management typeUnmanaged
  • Main ports8 x RJ45 + 1 x SFP
  • MAC table size16K
  • Forwarding rate41.664Mfps
  • Fanless metal case keeps the switch silent in noise-sensitive areas
  • Plug-and-play setup needs no software or configuration
  • One 10G/Multi-Gig uplink reduces network bottlenecks
  • Non-blocking architecture delivers full wire-speed throughput
  • Desktop or wall mounting with included kit fits any space

8-port 10G unmanaged switch

The Netgear GS108MX-100NAS is an 8-port unmanaged switch with one 10G/Multi-Gig RJ45 uplink and eight gigabit RJ45 ports. It targets small businesses or home offices that need a simple, silent aggregation point for 10G-capable workstations, NAS units or servers. The fanless metal enclosure supports desktop or wall mounting without adding noise. No configuration or software is required to operate the device.

Practical limits of the 10G uplink

The single 10G/Multi-Gig port provides non-blocking uplink bandwidth but cannot exceed 100 metres over copper cabling. The switch supports jumbo frames and 802.1p QoS, yet lacks VLAN tagging, LACP link aggregation and any management interface. Total packet forwarding capacity is 41.664Mfps with a 768KB buffer, and maximum power draw is 5.7W from the external 12V 1.5A adapter.

Installation and common issues

Plug-and-play operation means connecting cables and power is the only setup step; the wall-mount kit is included for vertical placement. The fanless design relies on passive cooling, so restricted airflow in a sealed cabinet can raise chassis temperature. Buyers who need managed features such as VLANs, port mirroring or SNMP monitoring will find this switch unsuitable. SFP+ fibre uplinks are not supported on this model.

How it compares

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Price $104.99
Cheaper than about 78% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNETGEAR
Product lineGS108X
Part numberGS108MX-100NAS
Performance
Forwarding rate41.664Mfps
Memory
Buffer size768 KB
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE 802.3az
IEEE 802.1p
IEEE 802.3x
Management typeUnmanaged
MAC table size16K
VLAN capabilityNo
Jumbo frame supportYes
Layer support2
Ports & slots
Main ports8 x RJ45 + 1 x SFP
Power
Power over EthernetNo
Power detailsExternal Power Adapter 12 V 1.5A
Max power draw5.7 W
Size & build
Product dimensions235 × 100.8 × 27 mm (9.25 × 3.97 × 1.06 in)
Product weight0.575 kg (1.267 lb)
Shipping weight1.36 kg
Package size305 × 196 × 79 mm
Environment & compliance
ComplianceRCM
ICES-003
FCC Part 15
CE
UKCA
VCCI
KC
BSMI
Compliance:
Electromagnetic Compliance: Class B
Temperature rangeOperating Temperature: 0° to 40 °C (32° to 104 °F)
Humidity range90% maximum relative humidity (RH), non-condensing
More details
Product formatDesktop/Wall-mount
LACPNo
Cooling fansFanless
Indicator lightsPer port: Speed, Link, Activity
Per device: Power

Questions about this item

Should I choose the GS108MX with its 10G RJ45 uplink or the GS108X with the SFP+ uplink?

Pick the GS108MX when you need a 10G copper uplink up to 100 metres using standard Cat6a or better cabling; pick the GS108X when the uplink must run farther than 100 metres over fibre with an SFP+ transceiver.

What does the 41.664Mfps forwarding rate mean for my 10G uplink?

It confirms the switch can forward packets at line rate on the 10G uplink plus all eight 1G ports simultaneously without dropping frames.

Which IEEE standards does the switch implement and what do they limit?

It supports 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, 802.1p priority tagging for QoS, and 802.3x flow control; 802.3az can reduce power on idle links, 802.1p enables traffic prioritisation, and 802.3x provides pause frames for congestion control.

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