A network switch is a device that allows computers to connect to each other on an internal wired network. Usually, a network switch is used to extend the number of Ethernet ports available from the router. PoE network switches also supply power to WiFi access points such as Ubiquiti. Manly Electronics can supply and install a network switch with your existing router or a new one.
TP-Link 8 port gigabit switch
Plug and play 8 port gigabit switch with 16 Gbps switching capacity. The most affordable option for extending your router.
TP-Link 16 port gigabit switch
Easy Smart 16 port gigabit switch with basic controls such as MTU, VLANs/VLAN tagging, QoS and IGMP snooping. 32 Gbps switching capacity.
TP-Link 24 port gigabit switch
Same features as the 16 port Easy Smart switch but with 24 ports and 48 Gbps switching capacity.
NETGEAR 8 port PoE gigabit switch
All 8 ports PoE, 123 watts total, gigabit ethernet switch. PoE supplies power over the network cable to WiFi access points and CCTV cameras.
Ubiquiti UniFi 8 port PoE switch
Managed Ubiquiti UniFi switch with 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 PoE ports, 60W total. 16 Gbps switching capacity and 11.9 Mpps forwarding rate. Managed via UniFi Controller software for multi-site administration, device monitoring, VLAN and spanning tree configuration.
Router as a switch cause internet dropouts
Run out of ethernet ports on the router? Want to connect a few more computers in the other room? It is a common mistake that people install a second router instead of a switch. The second router may work when installed correctly, although not necessary in most situations of a home or small business network. A second router installed with default settings would cause problems such as intermittent internet dropouts and inability to connect to a network printer.
How to buy
Network switches supplied with the service only. Manly Electronics provides IT support in Sydney, predominantly Northern Beaches.