Model: 02101-004
from $119
The Axis Communications D8004 is an unmanaged PoE switch designed for reliable network connectivity. This compact device features four RJ45 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet PoE+ ports, each providing up to 30W (802.3at), along with a single RJ45 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet WAN input, offering a total PoE power budget of 60W. Housed in durable aluminum and measuring just 3.5 x 3.1 x 0.8 inches, it's ideal for powering and connecting compatible network devices in various indoor environments.
For home use, a simple unmanaged Gigabit switch is all you need to expand your router's ports. Buy a managed switch or a switch with PoE only if you are running security cameras, access points, or complex VLAN setups. Available from $119.
Basic unmanaged network switches use negligible power and have zero maintenance costs. PoE (Power over Ethernet) and large managed switches use more electricity but are still relatively cheap to run.
Common Failure Modes
Switches are solid-state devices with high reliability. When they fail, it is usually due to lightning strikes/power surges blowing individual ports or the internal power supply dying.
For home use, a simple unmanaged Gigabit switch is all you need to expand your router's ports. Buy a managed switch or a switch with PoE only if you are running security cameras, access points, or complex VLAN setups.
Network switches are extremely reliable solid-state devices. They are usually replaced because networking speed standards outgrow them, rather than due to hardware failure.
The Axis Communications D8004 Unmanaged PoE Switch is available at bhphoto, starting at $119.
Basic unmanaged network switches use negligible power and have zero maintenance costs. PoE (Power over Ethernet) and large managed switches use more electricity but are still relatively cheap to run.
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