TP-Link TL-SG108S 8 Port Gigabit Network Switch, Power Saving, Plug & Play, Metal Case, Ethernet Switch, Ethernet Splitter, Support QoS & IGMP Snooping, Desktop or Wall Mount

Great product, handy for my WFH / personal setup, keeping everything clean and fast. Massively simple setup. 5/5 perfect addition to my tapo integrated setup.

The metal cased TP-Link 8 port Gigabit TL-SG108 1000/100/10 switch works perfectly straight out of the box. No set-up is required. It auto-senses the cable connection and interfaces correctly to both T568A and T568B wiring of the cables, so there is no need for 'crossover' leads. The power supply is a small 9V plug-top unit that barely thinks about getting warm. Measured current from a 9V bench power supply was 85mA (765mW) with no ports connected, rising to 120mA (1080mW) all ports connected but no traffic, during a 7GByte 1000Mb/s backup between two long-wire ports the current peaked at roughly 230mA (~2W) but varied. Much, much better than the old 100/10 hub it replaces which always took about 350mA (~2.6W) at 7.5V 24/7 and also had an inefficient hot mains brick. The LED lights on the front edge, two adjacent to each of the eight sockets indicate activity in the normal way; solid for connected and flashing for data transfer, the green LED for 1000Mb/s and the yellow LED for 100/10Mb/s. There is also a separate green LED showing when the power is correct. I would have preferred the lights to be on the other side from all of the leads as with the version (9.0) of the TP-Link SF1005D (not shown on Az now) I bought in 2012, or on the top as with this version TP-Link SF1005D I bought in 2011, but I understand why it was done here. A couple of keyhole slots in the base of the metal box enable one to mount it on a pair of no6 countersink-head woodscrews to allow tidy routing of the cables. The four rubber feet help to prevent it from sliding off the screws. The 8 port box is 100mm x 160mm x 28mm. My house usually has no wi-fi; the CAT5E LAN is all hard-wired and this new switch living next to the big PC, a media server and the network printer, replaces a previous and out-of-date 100/10Mb/s generic unit from Maplin. The network is mixed traffic, mostly Gigabit, but still some old 100Mb/s Ethernet. The new switch handles it all at full duplex with no problems, and I have noticed a slight increase in the speed of the 100Mb/s transfers as well. I bought this after several months of positive experience with its little brother the TL-SG105 and the TD-W8970 router . As usual, I took the lid off to have a look inside (my work used to include designing high speed electronics) and it is nicely made with good quality components and proper attention to screening and track layout. Recommended. Addendum. Be aware that on this product page either Az or TP-Link has stupidly mixed up all the reviews for all the different varieties of TP Link switches, 24, 16, 8 and 5 port, Gigabit or not, metal and several versions of plastic cases, even for switches no longer available, and they have different performance and best uses. But cut to the chase, and simply go for the latest versions of the metal boxed Gigabit switches.

I'm giving this TP-Link TL-SG108S a solid 5-star rating because it does its job flawlessly, and the setup couldn't have been easier. As a "dumb switch," it's truly plug-and-play. I pulled it out of the box, connected my main router to one port and my various devices (PC, gaming console, smart TV) to the others, and everything was up and running instantly. I didn't have to fiddle with any settings or software. ​The performance is exactly what I needed. All my wired devices are now getting a stable, full gigabit connection, which has made a noticeable difference in large file transfers and has completely eliminated any lag when streaming 4K content. It's a simple, reliable piece of hardware that has instantly improved my home network. ​My only minor complaint—and it's a very minor one—is the intensity of the LED lights. The blue lights for each active port are quite bright. It's useful for a quick check, but if you happen to have the switch in a common living area or a bedroom, you might find yourself wanting to cover them up with a small piece of electrical tape. It's a small aesthetic issue on an otherwise perfect device. ​Overall, this is an excellent value and a must-buy for anyone who needs more wired connections without any technical hassle. I highly recommend it.

I rejigged my home network after broadband was upgraded to 250Mbps to the old 10/100 switch was a limitation. This replaced the switch and I ensured only on cable was going to router so LAN traffic was internal to the switch. Works well, I just wish there was a way to protect the very flimsy barrel connector for the power input which easy to hit and bend/knock out.

I recently upgraded to the TL-SG108S and I couldn’t be happier with it. From the moment I plugged it in, everything worked flawlessly. Performance: The 8× 10/100/1000 Mbps ports provide true Gigabit speed throughout my wired network. Large file transfers, streaming media, and multiple connected devices all run smoothly without any drop-in performance. Ease of use: No configuration needed — it’s entirely plug-and-play. Auto-MDI/MDIX means no worrying about which cable to use. The metal case is compact and well-built, and it even supports desktop or wall-mount installation for flexibility. Efficiency & quiet operation: The fanless design ensures silent operation — perfect for a home office or media room. It also features energy-efficient “Green Ethernet” technology that adapts power use based on link status and cable length. I’d call that a win for the environment and my electricity bill. Reliability & quality: The unit feels robust and dependable. During use it has shown no glitches, no lock-ups, and the throughput remains rock-steady, which gives me real peace of mind. Value for money: Given its performance, build quality and features (QoS support, IGMP snooping, etc.), this switch is an outstanding value. Whether you’re building a home network or expanding a small office setup, it delivers without complexity. Bottom line: If you’re looking for a simple, high-quality unmanaged Gigabit switch that just works — go for this one. I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone needing reliable wired connectivity without fuss. Five stars well earned!

A good quality product easy to use and value for money, it's very compact and made well

Works great, metal construction and is silent, uses barely any power and is generally a great plug-and-play switch! Has 2 wall mounting keyholes on the back and also has mini activity/link LED's, so won't keep you up at night if kept in a bedroom, or be distracting if watching a movie. Tested it between 2 devices and supports a full gigabit connection (do note that this gigabit capacity is a total throughput, and will be shared between all 8 ports if all in use).

Working perfect arrived set up so easy but with confidence 👍

Habe mir den Switch gekauft, um die Datensicherung von zwei Rechnern hinter meiner alten Fritz!Box (nur 100Mbit, bedient aber ein zweites analoges Telefon) zu beschleunigen. Das hat auch geklappt. Jetzt ist nicht mehr das Netzwerk der Engpass, sondern das Finden der zu sichernden Daten und die Ablage in einem langsam etwas zu vollen HomeServer. Genaue Messungen habe ich nicht vorgenommen. Für meine Belange reicht der Durchsatz auf jeden Fall locker. Das Gerät funktioniert bisher einwandfrei. Mir gefällt das Metallgehäuse mit seiner für diesen Preis ungemein hochwertigen Haptik. Eine Erwärmung ist kaum spürbar, was auf einen guten Energiehaushalt hindeutet. Allerdings sind bisher nur 5 Ports belegt. LEDs neben den Ports zeigen an, ob ein Gigabit-fähiges Gerät oder etwas Langsameres angeschlossen ist. Hier bevorzuge ich persönlich meine anderen Switche, die hinten die Ports und vorne die Anzeige sowie ein eingebautes Netzteil haben. Je nach Aufstellung/Montage kann man das aber auch umgekehrt sehen. Es gibt für beide Lösungen Argumente dafür und dagegen. Am Ende entschieden hier der Preis und die sehr guten Bewertungen für ein Produkt, das mir technisch auf der Höhe der Zeit scheint, sodass es unkompliziert und energiesparend hoffentlich lange betrieben werden kann. Wahrscheinlich werde ich mir bald noch ein oder zwei Geräte dieses Typs für anstehende Erweiterungen bzw. WLAN-Ablösungen zulegen!

Muito bom produto

Lo switch funziona senza problemi anche a "pieno carico", cioè utilizzando contemporaneamente tutte le porte, sia a gigabit che con il vecchio 100Mbit. Scalda poco, la ventola non è rumorosa.

まあ、安くて使えるから問題ない。 TP-Link製品って、パケットロスが多いけれどこれは大丈夫かな? まあ、OAタップより安いSW-HUBなんて時代は変わったものだ

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