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TP-LINK TL-SH1008 Port 8 Port 2.5G
Table of Contents
Specifications #
Features #
- 8 x 2.5Gbps Ports
- Auto Negotiation between 100Mbps, 1Gbps and 2.5Gbps
- Fanless Design
- External Power Supply
Hardware Specifications #
| Name | Specs |
|---|---|
| Standards & Protocols | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3x, 802.1p, 802.3bz |
| Interface | 8 × 100Mbps/1Gbps/2.5Gbp RJ-45 ports |
| Fan Quantity | Fanless |
| Power Supply | External Power Adapter |
| Power Consumption | 15.65W |
| Max Heat Dissipation | 53.40 BTU/h |
Performance #
| Name | Specs |
|---|---|
| Switching Capacity | 40Gbps (2.5GBps + 8 Ports + 2 (Bi Directional)) |
| Packet Forwarding | 29.76Mpps |
| Transfer Method | Store and Forward |
| MAC Address Table | 16K |
| Packet Buffer Memory | 1.5MB |
| Jumbo Frame | 10KB |
Software Specifications #
| Name | Specs |
|---|---|
| Advanced Features | 802.3x Flow Control, 802.1p/DSCP QoS |
| OS Compatibility | No OS required |
Others #
| Name | Specs |
|---|---|
| Package Contents | 8-Port 2.5Gbps Desktop Switch TL-SH1008, Power Adapter, Installation Guide, Rubber Feet |
| Operating Humidity | 10%~90% non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 5%~90% non-condensing |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C |
Review #
I have been using 2x of this for about 1 year now. There are some things that I have noticed when using this switch.
Pros #
- Device is cheap
The price point for a switch of this specification is very cheap. The next candidate is the TP-LINK TL-SG105-M2 at $279.00 as of posting this review. The TL-SG105-M2 is a 5 port switch with 2.5Gbps ports.
- The switch is fanless
The switch is fanless which results in a very quiet operation. This is very important for anyone who wants to place the switch in a room where noise is a concern.
- The speed of the device is as advertised
After first receiving the switch and testing it, I was able to get the full 2.5Gbps speed both ways when transferring a file between my NAS and my PC using iPerf3.
Cons #
- The switch is not rack mountable.
If you want to place the switch in a rack, you will need have a shelf like this to place the switch on.
- The switch tends to heat up a lot.
Firstly, the switch tends to heat up. As the switch is fanless, large data transfers will cause the switch to heat up. When I placed them in a rack without a fan blowing on them, the switch will heat up to a point where it is hot to the touch. This usually cause the speed of the switch to drop (Sometimes even lower than Gigabit). Since noticing this issue, I have placed more fans into my server rack to cool the switch down and the issue is resolved.
- The ports are at the back of the device
For anyone mounting this on a server rack, ports at the back of the device is not ideal. It makes it very difficult to manage and plug in cables. I had to manage the cables before placing the switch into the rack.
Conclusion #
For anyone looking to buy it, I would recommend it if you are looking for a cheap 2.5Gbps switch and planning to place it in a rack with a fan blowing on it.
Things to note when getting this switch:
- Your network cards connected to the switch supports 2.5Gbps. (Or planning to upgrade in the future)
- You have a fan blowing on the switch to cool it down.
Other Reviews #
Links: #
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- TP Link Official Website: Official Website