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NETGEAR ProSafe DMS-108 eight-port 2.5G unmanaged desktop switch in metal housing

NETGEAR ProSafe DMS-108 8-Port 2.5G Unmanaged Switch

SKU CH-GR44-RMN23

Eight 2.5G ports deliver 40Gbps switching capacity with silent fanless metal housing for Wi-Fi 6 networks

  • Product formatDesktop
  • Supported standardsPassive PoE
  • Network cablingRJ45
  • Management typeUnmanaged
  • Uplink ports8
  • Uplink portsRJ45
  • Eight 2.5 Gigabit ports deliver up to 40Gbps switching capacity for Wi-Fi 6 networks
  • Auto-negotiation selects 100Mb, 1G or 2.5G per device for optimal compatibility
  • Metal fanless chassis with IEEE 802.3az EEE runs silently and reduces power consumption
  • QoS with 8 priority levels plus IGMP Snooping prioritises traffic and minimises dropped packets
  • Plug-and-play setup needs no software and works with existing Cat5e or Cat6 cables

Ideal for 2.5G Wi-Fi 6 networks

The NETGEAR ProSafe DMS-108 delivers eight 2.5 Gigabit RJ45 ports that auto-negotiate between 100Mb, 1G and 2.5G speeds. It suits homes and small offices upgrading to Wi-Fi 6 access points, 2.5G NAS units or gaming PCs. Silent fanless operation and a metal chassis keep the switch cool without noise. No configuration is required beyond plugging in cables.

Sustained throughput and traffic handling

A 40Gbps switching capacity and 40 gigabits_per_second forwarding rate let all eight ports run at line rate simultaneously. Jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes reduce overhead on large transfers such as 8K video or backup jobs. QoS classifies traffic into eight priority levels while flow control and IGMP snooping limit dropped packets and optimise multicast streams. The 768KB buffer absorbs bursts during heavy multi-user loads.

2.5G port count determines fit

Eight 2.5G ports set the hard limit on how many multi-gig devices you can connect directly. Builders needing more than eight 2.5G links or requiring managed features such as VLANs or link aggregation must look elsewhere. The switch is unmanaged and supports only passive PoE, so it cannot power active PoE devices. Cat5e and Cat6 cables work for all supported speeds.

How it compares

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Price $105.99
Cheaper than about 78% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNETGEAR
Product lineProSafe
Part numberDMS-108
Performance
Forwarding rate40 Gbit/s
Memory
Buffer size768 KB
Connectivity
Supported standardsPassive PoE
Network cablingRJ45
Management typeUnmanaged
Uplink connection10/100 Mbit/s
Main port speed10/100 Mbit/s + 1,000 Mbit/s
Management accessRJ45
Jumbo frame support9216 bytes
SNMP supportNo
Layer support1
Ports & slots
Uplink ports8
Main ports8
Main port typeRJ45
Power
Power over EthernetNo
Total PoE power8 Port Multi-Gig
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
Product weight0.77 lb (0.35 kg)
In the box
In the boxDevice, Power Supply, QIG
More details
Product formatDesktop
IPv4 features8 Port Multi-Gig

Questions about this item

How much heat and noise does the fanless metal housing produce during all-day operation?

The fanless design and metal housing dissipate heat silently, while IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet reduces power draw during continuous use.

Which cables and devices must I already own to use the eight 2.5G RJ45 ports?

Cat5e or Cat6 cables work with auto-negotiation at 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps or 2.5 Gbps, so existing wiring and 2.5G-capable PCs, NAS or Wi-Fi 6 access points are all that is needed.

Will the 9216-byte jumbo frame buffer and QoS prioritisation work with my older 100 Mbps gear?

Yes, the switch auto-senses each port speed and applies flow control plus 8-level QoS across legacy 10/100 Mbps devices and newer 2.5G connections simultaneously.

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