JGS524 24-Port Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch

Description: The NetGear JGS524 24-port is a 24-port, business switch.Compared to other business switches on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $255.

Pros: Has an included rack mounting kit.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: A business switch, suited for medium and larger networks.This unit should be considered when $11 per port fits within your budget.

Value: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this switch has great features for the money.

Suggestions: For help in deciding if this switch belongs in your office, see CNET's guide to buying networking equipment for your business.

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• Manufacturer: NetGear Inc.
• Part Number: JGS524NA

• General

• Device Type Switch
• Enclosure Type External
• Width 13 in
• Depth 8.1 in
• Height 1.7 in
• Weight 5.3 lbs

• Memory

• RAM 2 MB

• Networking

• Ports Qty 24 x Ethernet 10Base-T, x Ethernet 1000Base-T, x Ethernet 100Base-TX
• Data Transfer Rate 1 Gbps
• Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
• Networking type Switch
• Connectivity Technology Wired
• Communication Mode Full-duplex, Half-duplex
• Switching Protocol Ethernet
• MAC Address Table Size 8K entries
• Status Indicators Power, Link activity, Port transmission speed
• Features Flow control, Full duplex capability, Auto-sensing per device, Auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X)
• Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ab

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Slots Total (Free) None
• Interfaces 24 x Network node - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45
• Compatible Slots None
• Compatible Bays None
• Connections None

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included None
• Rack Mounting Kit Included
• MTBF 87,600 hour(s)
• Compliant Standards CE, UL, CUL, C-Tick, IEC950, EN55024, UL 1950, CISPR 22, EN 60950, FCC Part 15, EN55022 Class A, VCCI Class A ITE

• Power

• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Power Consumption Operational 40 Watt

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support NETGEAR lifetime warranty

• Environmental Parameters

• Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
• Max Operating Temperature 104 °F

NetGear Inc.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.netgear.com/
• Address: 4500 Great America Parkway, , .
• Phone: 408-907-8000
• Email: support@netgear.com
• Fax: 408-907-8097