Netgear
NETGEAR 8-Port PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Essentials Switch
Best compact switch for powering networked devices in homes and offices.
Expand your network with the NETGEAR GS308PP, an 8-port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged PoE+ Switch. It offers a 83W PoE budget, expandable to 123W, perfect for powering various devices. Setup is simple with plug-and-play functionality, making it ideal for both businesses and home networks. This switch features intelligent PoE power auto-balancing for efficient power delivery. Its silent, fanless design ensures quiet operation, providing a cost-effective and reliable networking solution for diverse network needs.
$399.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
11
/ 2256
#11 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-94%
Below average
Ports
8
/ PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet
Who it's for
- Home office users deploying cameras and wireless access points
- Small business owners needing instant, hassle-free network expansion
- Desktop workers requiring quiet, high-speed data connectivity
Who should skip it
- IT administrators requiring advanced traffic management and network segmentation
- Users powering multiple high-draw devices simultaneously
- Network architects needing fiber uplink capabilities for larger backbones
Performance breakdown
PoE Power Efficiency
Intelligent auto-balancing ensures connected devices receive exactly the power they require.
Setup Simplicity
True plug-and-play functionality eliminates the need for complex software configuration.
Acoustic Performance
The fanless design guarantees completely silent operation in any quiet environment.
Scalability
Expandable power budget provides helpful headroom for growing small office networks.
Build Quality
Compact, durable chassis fits easily into tight desktop or workspace configurations.
Data Throughput
Reliable Gigabit speeds maintain consistent performance for bandwidth-heavy network tasks.
Key Specs
Ports
8 PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet
PoE Budget
83W (expandable to 123W)
Management Type
Unmanaged
Mounting Type
Desktop
Number of Ports
8
PoE Budget Watts
83.0
Network Layer Support
Layer 2
Power Source
AC Adapter
Features
- 8 PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet ports
- Expandable 83W PoE budget
- Plug-and-play setup
- Silent, fanless operation
- Automatic PoE power balancing
- Compact desktop design
- Reliable Gigabit connectivity
- Ideal for business and home
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the NETGEAR GS308PP for its exceptional reliability and ease of use. This unmanaged switch offers true plug and play functionality, ensuring instant setup without any configuration needed. Its robust, fanless metal chassis guarantees silent operation, making it ideal for noise sensitive areas. A key strength is the generous 83W PoE budget, which reliably powers demanding devices like multiple Wi-Fi 6 access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones simultaneously without performance loss. While minor critiques mention the size of the power brick or bright LEDs, these do not detract from its core function. Overall, users view this switch as a high-quality, dependable workhorse delivering outstanding value through robust Gigabit speeds and dependable PoE+ power.
Know before you buy
No, this is an unmanaged switch. It features plug-and-play functionality, meaning it will automatically detect and configure your connected devices as soon as you plug them in.
Yes, the GS308PP supports PoE+ (Power over Ethernet), allowing it to deliver both data and power to compatible devices like IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points through a single Ethernet cable.
This feature intelligently manages the power distribution across all connected ports. It ensures that each device receives exactly the power it needs, preventing over-allocation and maximizing the efficiency of your total PoE budget.
Absolutely. The switch features a fanless, silent design, making it ideal for noise-sensitive environments where you don't want the hum of cooling fans.
The switch comes with an 83W power budget out of the box. You can expand this to 123W by using an optional higher-wattage power adapter, which is useful if you plan to connect multiple power-hungry devices simultaneously.
This model is specifically designed for desktop placement. It features a compact footprint that fits easily on a desk, shelf, or workspace surface.
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