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NETGEAR GS908E User Manual

NETGEAR GS908E
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8-Port Gigabit Ethernet
Smart Managed Plus Switch
with Integrated Cable
Management
User Manual
Model GS908E
November 2017
202-11807-02
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA

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NETGEAR GS908E Specifications

General IconGeneral
Switch typeManaged
Quality of Service (QoS) supportYes
SafetyIEC 60950-1:2005(ed.2) + A1:2009 + A2:2013, UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60960-1-07, EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011 + A2:2013, IEC 60950-1:2005 (ed.2)+A1:2009+A2:2013, AS/NZS 60950.1:2015
Stackable-
Certification47 CFR FCC Part 15, ICES-003:2016, ANSI C63.4:2014, EN 55022:2010 + AC:2011, EN 55024:2010, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 6100-3-3:2013, AS/NZS CISPR 22:2009 + A1:2010, VCCI V-3/2015.04, V-4/2012.4
Product colorBlack, White
Rack mountingNo
Number of multicast groups filtered128
USB 2.0 ports quantity2
Installed SFP modules quantity0
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports typeGigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity8
AC input voltage100 - 240 V
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (max)26.3 W
Power consumption (typical)3.3 W
Number of VLANs64
Networking standardsIEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p
Virtual LAN featuresPort-based VLAN
DHCP featuresDHCP client
Jumbo frames9000
Forwarding rate11.9 Mpps
Number of queues4
MAC address table4000 entries
Heat dissipation89.8 BTU/h
Operating altitude0 - 3000 m
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)0 - 95 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)0 - 90 %
Harmonized System (HS) code85176990
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth164 mm
Width234 mm
Height33 mm
Weight370 g

Summary

Hardware Overview of the Switch

Related Documentation

Information about related documentation for the switch.

Switch Package Contents

Lists the items included in the switch's packaging.

Status LEDs

Explains the meaning of the switch's status LEDs.

Back Panel

Details the components and ports on the switch's back panel.

Switch Label

Describes the information found on the switch's label.

Install and Access the Switch in Your Network

Set Up the Switch in Your Network and Power On the Switch

Instructions for initial setup and powering on the switch.

Methods to Discover and Access the Switch

Overview of various methods to find and connect to the switch.

Access the Switch and Discover the IP Address of the Switch

Steps to access the switch and locate its IP address.

Use the NETGEAR Insight App to Access the Switch

Guide to accessing the switch using the NETGEAR Insight mobile application.

Use the NETGEAR Switch Discovery Tool to Access the Switch

Instructions for using the Switch Discovery Tool for network access.

Use the NETGEAR ProSAFE Plus Utility to Discover the Switch

How to use the ProSAFE Plus Utility for switch discovery.

Change the Switch Password

Procedure for changing the switch's login password for security.

Register the Switch

Steps to register the switch for support and alerts.

Optimize the Switch Performance

Manually Set the Quality of Service Mode and Port Rate Limits

Manually configuring QoS modes and port rate limits for traffic management.

Manage Broadcast Filtering and Set Port Storm Control Rate Limits

Controlling broadcast traffic and setting storm control rates.

Manage Custom Performance Preset Modes

Creating, saving, and managing custom performance presets.

Manage Individual Port Settings

Configuring settings for individual switch ports.

Use VLANS for Traffic Segmentation

VLAN Overview

Explanation of Virtual LANs (VLANs) and their segmentation capabilities.

Manage Port-Based VLANs

How to activate and manage port-based VLAN configurations.

Manage 802.1Q-Based VLANs

How to activate and manage 802.1Q-based VLAN configurations.

Deactivate the Port-Based or 802.1Q-Based VLAN Mode and Delete All VLANs

Deactivating VLAN modes and deleting all configured VLANs.

Manage the Switch in Your Network

Manage Switch Discovery Protocols

Managing protocols like UPnP, Bonjour, and NSDP for switch discovery.

Manage Multicast

Managing multicast traffic and IGMP snooping.

Set Up Static Link Aggregation

Configuring static link aggregation for increased bandwidth or fault tolerance.

Change the IP Address of the Switch

Procedure to change the switch's IP address to a static one.

Reenable the DHCP Client of the Switch

Restoring the switch to use DHCP for IP address assignment.

Maintain and Monitor the Switch

Manually Check for New Switch Firmware and Update the Switch

Guide to manually checking for and installing switch firmware updates.

Manage the Configuration File

Procedures for backing up and restoring switch configuration files.

Return the Switch to Its Factory Default Settings

Methods to reset the switch to its original factory settings.

Manage the Power Saving Mode

Configuring the switch's power saving features (EEE, cable length, link-down).

Control the LEDs

Turning the switch's LED indicators on or off.

Change the Switch Device Name

Customizing the network name of the switch.

View System Information

Displaying basic information like firmware version and MAC address.

View Switch Connections

Checking the number of active network connections.

View the Status of a Port

Examining the operational status of individual switch ports.

View the Port Statistics

Viewing detailed statistics for each port, including errors.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Manage Auto-Diagnostics and Clear Events or Problems

Utilizing auto-diagnostics and clearing reported events or problems.

Manage Loop Prevention

Configuring and managing the loop prevention feature.

Enable Port Mirroring

Setting up port mirroring to monitor network traffic.

Test a Cable Connection

Performing cable diagnostics to check network cable health.

Reboot the Switch From the Local Browser Interface

Remotely rebooting the switch using its web interface.

Resolve a Subnet Conflict to Access the Switch

Troubleshooting steps for accessing the switch due to subnet conflicts.

Factory Default Settings and Technical Specifications

Factory Default Settings

Table detailing the switch's default configuration settings.

Basic Technical Specifications

Overview of the switch's technical specifications and standards.

Wall-Mount the Switch

Wall-Mount the Switch

Instructions on how to physically mount the switch to a wall.

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