Model: LGB304A
from $92.5
Quickly create a small LAN and connect network devices with the LGB304A 4-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch from Black Box . This portable switch features four Gigabit Ethernet ports that allow you to connect computers, printers, storage drives, and other network devices. Designed with small workgroups and mobile teams in mind, this switch can be powered directly from your laptop's USB port or using the included AC power adapter. The switch also delivers line rate, non-blocking throughput with a 1.488 Mpps forwarding rate for smooth data transfers. With its plug-and-play design, you simply need to power up the switch and connect your devices. No additional configuration is required. The convenient LEDs allow you to check your connectivity and network activity status at a glance. With its durable metal chassis efficiently dissipating heat, the switch will operate silently on your desktop or on a metal surface using the included magnets.
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 $92.5.
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 Black Box LGB304A 4-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch is available at bhphoto, starting at $92.5.
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.
See all Network Switches
Compare the full selection with specs and pricing.
Links may earn Covala Shopping a commission at no extra cost to you. Prices last verified at time of page load. As an Amazon Associate, Covala Shopping earns from qualifying purchases.