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Pros: VLAN capability, 2xUSB ports and no transformer brick all big pluses
Cons: doesn't make coffee
Overall Review: No flash issues with later versions of this switch
Pros: Seems to work well--except for the firmware problem.
Cons: The GSS108E has a known bug with the 1.0.0.0 firmware where the switch may be bricked if you attempt to upgrade the firmware. I purchased three and two of them were killed because of this issue. Waiting now for the RMA units--which might not refurbished rather than new according to support. Both of the switches were new out of the box. Really not happy.
Overall Review: Get a switch without buggy firmware.
Pros:
Small format, easy-peasy mounting with the supplied Mounting plate.
I have 2 computers, three printers hooked up and I still have 3 expansion ports left!
Cons: None
Overall Review: Absolutely recommend anything made by NetGear!
Pros:
I absolutely love the click mounting system. It's versatile and way easier than trying to measure two screw holes out.
I mounted this under my desk so I can use the two powered USB ports to charge my phone and kindle and free up ports on the PC.
Included cable straps are a nice addition
Cons: None
Overall Review: Haven't used the web management yet, just plugged it in and started using it.
Pros:
Works great as a network switch
Works without the management software that comes on the disk
Fast gigabit will max out pretty much any connection
Included mounting bracket and low profile makes cable management easy.
Power is a single plug, not a brick so it won't take up a lot of outlet real estate.
Dark color makes it easy to hide under/behind desk
Cons:
Extra blank space on plug takes up useless space in comparison to other switches
Low amp USB plugs makes charging slow
USB plus don't have data connectivity for NAS
Overall Review:
The software for managing the switch is alright, however I've found it to function just fine with a plug n' and play approach. The interface is clean and smooth.
It's really nice for managing a big or small network that requires a hub. I currently have 3 devices plugged into it and it serves up data no problem. It hides up against the wall without fail.
Pros:
-Good aesthetics.
-Mount works well.
-I like the power connector, you can orient it in two directions.
Cons: - It keeps restarting every few seconds and unable to upgrade the firmware. Netgear utility detects it but won't do anything else. I'm kinda disappointed with netgear, I haven't had problems with their products before. Their quality control seems to be going down the drain. Makes you wonder why newegg has 100% positive reviews while more recent reviews from other websites aren't very good.
Overall Review: -I took the upc off days before I started using it so I can't return it and it's not worth shipping it to netgear for the warranty.
Pros:
Great mounting options
Small size
Great price
Basic management and VLAN support
Cons:
Issues with ProSAFE and Firmware upgrade
No LAG support (I thought it had this when I bought it. That is on the GSS116E)
Overall Review:
1. Firmware update – Credit to NetGear Forums for most of the parts, summary missing.
a. Download latest ProSAFE and firmware for GSS108E to PC/Laptop
i. Unzip both
ii. Install ProSAFE
b. Connect directly to the switch from PC or laptop. No Router or other Switch between.
i. Hard set PC / Laptop to IP in set subnet as switch.
ii. Switch default IP 192.168.0.239 if you have not changed it or connected to a DHCP server (home network router). Default IP assumed for examples.
c. Run ProSAFE
i. Refresh to find switch, verify it is in the same IP subnet as PC.
ii. Follow prompt for firmware update.
d. If this fails.
i. Download or get a command line tftp server.
1. Linux: from command prompt (CentOS example)
a. Su root
b. yum install tftp
ii. Open up Command Prompt in admin mode for window or su root for Linux.
iii. Add switch IP and MAC to arp table (as reported from ProSAFE or look at the box for the MAC)
1. Add fixed arp entry to arp table
a. arp –s 192.168.0.239 xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx
2. Note syntax if different for Linux and Windows for how the MAC address is entered. Windows 10 wants dashes. Linux can be “:” or not separator depending on distribution, check help arp –h.
iv. Windows: Retry ProsSAFE. Failed for me
v. Linux Command Line tftp: Push firmware to switch, Linux CentOS example
1. tftf –v –m binary 192.168.0.239 –c put /home/user/Downloads/GSS108E_V1.0.0.1/GSS108E_V1.0.0.1.bin
2. Note the –m binary transfer mode is required.
I had no luck with the ProSAFE or GUI based tftp server/client, I had to go command line.
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Pros: Eight ports is awesome! I LOVE the mounting system, and when switch is mounted it is really stable. The power plug design actually works very good. I also love the aesthetics of it. I also love the LEDs. They are not too dim in it.
Cons: Not sure if I needed the USB ports. It's slightly bigger than i expected. I also wish it had a separate upstream port (or two for teaming)
Overall Review: This switch works perfectly for my rack. SO far got my PC, Printer, and Surface Pro, all connected without issue. I love that I mounted it under the shelf on my rack, so the switch is out of sight and out of mind. I was able to clean up and route better with this switch. This is a great buy if you are in a market for a switch.