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Linksys EG005W


$80.00 Released June, 2004

Product Shot 1 The Pros:Easy to set up, only takes a few minutes, no drivers or extended configuration required. Creates a reliable connection that doesn't drop. Stays cool to the touch, can be tucked away anywhere without worrying about ventilation.

The Linksys EG005W is a Gigabit 5-port workgroup switch designed for moving graphics, multimedia, and application files quickly across business networks. Each port is auto-sensing and designed to deliver optimal Ethernet/Gigabit speeds for each connected devices, thereby eliminating the need for MDI/MDI-X crossover cables.

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In addition, the EG005W utilizes Blocking Prevention technology to help keep lower-speed traffic from bogging down high-speed transmissions. Most notable about the EG005W is its Address Learning/Aging and Data Flow Control that work together to ensure superior data flow with almost no transmission errors. Additional features of the Linksys EG005W workgroup switch include a non head-of-line blocking architecture, and full compliance with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, and 802.3ab. The Linksys EG005W retails for $79.99 and comes with a 1 year limited warranty.

Features

  • Gigabit Workgroup Switch
  • 5-Port Half/Full duplex
  • Auto-Sensing
  • Blocking Prevention
  • Address Learning/Aging
  • Data Flow Control
  • Non Head-of-Line Blocking
  • 1 Year Limited Warranty

Specifications

  • Model: Number EG005W
  • Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3ab
  • Ports: 5 RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports
  • Cabling Type: Category 5e Recommended
  • LEDs: Power, Link/Act, Speed, FDX

Minimum Requirements

  • 200Mhz or Faster Processor
  • 64MB RAM Recommended
  • Ethernet or Gigabit Network Ada
  • Cat5e Ethernet Network Cable

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    easy to set up, only takes a few minutes, no drivers or extended configuration required

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    creates a reliable connection that doesn't drop

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    stays cool to the touch, can be tucked away anywhere without worrying about ventilation

  • 1

    runs silently, generally don't hear anything from it at all

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    clear indicators show you what speeds computers are connecting at, good for network troubleshooting

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    small and light, easy to carry around on location as needed

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    capable of providing the full Giga bandwidth for great speeds

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