The ES-5800G V3 is a Gigabit Desktop unmanaged switch designed to enhance network performance in a compact form factor, and with outstanding performance and high efficiency. The switch uses store and forward packet-switching technology which offers reliable data transfer. This switch is ideal for network connectivity for the SOHO environment.
Looks good for the price and currently in stock with Ebuyer. Delivery does need to be added.
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3guesses
13 Jul 163#6
Just been doing a quick google and this also appear to be available from CCL:
And they are selling it for £9.32 + £2.99 1st Class Delivery = £12.31 8-)
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james000
13 Jul 16#1
You need add the delivery cost to the total cost which is at least £3.58. Unless someone can say how it get it free.
3guesses
13 Jul 16#2
Yeah, shame that 8-(
3guesses
13 Jul 16#3
£3.58 super saver postage. Total: £12.57.
Talks about it being energy efficient, but doesn't actually mention how much power it uses - anyone know?
Hootwo to 3guesses
13 Jul 161#4
Their spec sheet says 3 Watts Max.
As with most consumer gigabit switches, it has inactive link detection, so presumably it powers inactive ports down, and cable length detection, so it adjusts power as needed: longer lines = more power. Edimax claim up to 70% savings.
A convenient feature is that it can be powered by a USB port, so long as that can provide 1 amp.
3guesses
13 Jul 16#5
Ooh, really? I've been looking for a USB-powered gigabit switch to replace my 10 year-old USB-powered fast ethernet switch 8-)
3guesses
13 Jul 163#6
Just been doing a quick google and this also appear to be available from CCL:
And they are selling it for £9.32 + £2.99 1st Class Delivery = £12.31 8-)
KOGONAI
13 Jul 16#7
can someone be kind enough and give me example of what they use these switches at home for?any images would help too.i seem to think that I am maybe missing out technologically.did google it but got more confused.if this thread will be spammed by this information please message me.thanks
frownbreaker to KOGONAI
13 Jul 162#8
Sure we have VDSL broadband at home. This is connected to a single 24 port switch. The 24 port switch is connected to network ports cabled around the house.
Most of the rooms have 2 ports and some rooms have 4.
However in say the office or AV room we have lots of devices that need a network connection. So I use an 8 port switch like this. One port is connected the the network socket on the wall and I can connect up to 7 ports to devices in the the room.
Each device appear on the home network.
Hope this explains the setup let me know what you want a photo of as all I can show is a switch with wires going to the sockets on the back!
Most Cable or XDSL modems have a switch on the back they are normally 10/100 the OP has posted a deal on a 10/100/1000 which is faster. Great for when you have a lot of data at home that needs to move between devices at home.
We have Media servers, Raspberry Pis running as TV tuners that send SD and HD TV stream to TVs around the house and record to a NAS. Plus CCTV, etc.. as well as internet
This is a good site for homenetworking...
One in bedroom, connected by 20m ethernet cable to bt router in office. Then ethernet from TV/Laptop/NowTV/Firebox/IP Cam in bedroom into the switch, giving them all access to the router / internet.
One in office also connected to the router, two pcs, one laptop, two now tvs, firebox all connected to it via ethernet.
Switches essentially just pass on data, so just an easy way of expanding your network when your router has few ports on it to connect to. Also handy to boost signals if you can't run a long cable due to loss.
Hootwo
13 Jul 16#9
Just like a mains adapter with several sockets connects several things to the mains, you can connect more than one PC to the internet.
stainless77
14 Jul 16#10
Great, thanks mate
homeoffice2020
14 Jul 16#11
just found the same model on eBay £9.99 and free delivery loads left
Thanks for that, although it says dispatch is 2-3 weeks...
homeoffice2020
14 Jul 16#17
my bad voted hot...
majorpain
14 Jul 16#18
Just bought 1 :smirk: added, does anyone know which type of Ethernet cable I need, I was told the cat 5 is the best but after searching I have come across cat 6 and 7 flat cables !! Confused
rudey_98
14 Jul 16#19
Cat 5 or 5e is fine for almost everyone - cat 6 if you are really worried about super fast data transfer speeds.
The different Categories are based around the level of shielding so on longer runs or if you are burying in a wall perhaps Cat 6 is more sensible but for most 5 or 5e is suitable.
KOGONAI
14 Jul 16#20
thanks for your help
majorpain
14 Jul 16#21
Thanks for making things clear for me, what about the cat 7 are they the latest cable ? And yes I do need faster data transfer therefore should I buy the cat 7 ?
pollarj
15 Jul 16#22
would not waste your money unless you are buying a faster switch also. cat 6 would normally be used for 10GbE switches. Not seen any Cat 7 in use but Cat5 is fine for the switch mentioned here
rudey_98
15 Jul 16#23
Cat 7 would be to carry 10 Gigabit data speed over 100m cable length. This router is only rated at 1 Gigabit anyway so a bit pointless in reality.
A bit like putting Super Unleaded Petrol in a 1.0L Corsa. Now if you had a sportscar that could really take advantage of the extra Octane rating then it's worth it...
frownbreaker
18 Jul 16#24
For most uses Cat5/Cat5e is fine. If the cable is run indoors or you are on a budget the cheaper CCA (Copper clad aluminium) is fine this is really cheap around £20 per reel 308m del. For exterior use get the 100% copper with weather proof coating this is £60 to £80 per reel delivered. For smaller runs look for offers on premade 10m and 20m lengths from under £4 del. Ebay, Ebuyer and HUKD are good sources. Sometimes the cheapest cables are in some odd colours but they will work fine!
With the Cat 6 / 7 cable there are MUCH more costly and hard to lay as they are very stiff and hard to work with. Unlikely you would need Cat 6 / 7 and the cost difference is so large there is no point laying this "in case". Far better to lay 2 or 3 cables of Cat5 which can support the higher speeds for shorter runs. Remember that 2 cat 5 cables can run HDMI (you need to purchase adaptors) and 1 cat 5 can be used for phone. The reason to run multiple cables is that the cost of laying the cable is high compared to the cost of the cable. Also if a cable fails you have a spare cable in place. Plus if you need extra cable in future is already in place.
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Looks good for the price and currently in stock with Ebuyer. Delivery does need to be added.
Top comments
https://www.cclonline.com/product/207501/ES-5800G-V3/Switches-Hubs/Edimax-8-Port-Gigabit-Desktop-Switch/NET2449/
Where it says:
And they are selling it for £9.32 + £2.99 1st Class Delivery = £12.31 8-)
All comments (26)
Talks about it being energy efficient, but doesn't actually mention how much power it uses - anyone know?
As with most consumer gigabit switches, it has inactive link detection, so presumably it powers inactive ports down, and cable length detection, so it adjusts power as needed: longer lines = more power. Edimax claim up to 70% savings.
A convenient feature is that it can be powered by a USB port, so long as that can provide 1 amp.
https://www.cclonline.com/product/207501/ES-5800G-V3/Switches-Hubs/Edimax-8-Port-Gigabit-Desktop-Switch/NET2449/
Where it says:
And they are selling it for £9.32 + £2.99 1st Class Delivery = £12.31 8-)
Most of the rooms have 2 ports and some rooms have 4.
However in say the office or AV room we have lots of devices that need a network connection. So I use an 8 port switch like this. One port is connected the the network socket on the wall and I can connect up to 7 ports to devices in the the room.
Each device appear on the home network.
Hope this explains the setup let me know what you want a photo of as all I can show is a switch with wires going to the sockets on the back!
Very high level summary of a home use of a switch
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/everything-need-know-home-networking/
http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/selecting-a-router-or-switch-for-a-home-network.html
Most Cable or XDSL modems have a switch on the back they are normally 10/100 the OP has posted a deal on a 10/100/1000 which is faster. Great for when you have a lot of data at home that needs to move between devices at home.
We have Media servers, Raspberry Pis running as TV tuners that send SD and HD TV stream to TVs around the house and record to a NAS. Plus CCTV, etc.. as well as internet
This is a good site for homenetworking...
http://www.smallnetbuilder.com/basics/lanwan-basics/32065-how-to-improve-network-performance-part-2
One in office also connected to the router, two pcs, one laptop, two now tvs, firebox all connected to it via ethernet.
Switches essentially just pass on data, so just an easy way of expanding your network when your router has few ports on it to connect to. Also handy to boost signals if you can't run a long cable due to loss.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00H9YQ4HS
The different Categories are based around the level of shielding so on longer runs or if you are burying in a wall perhaps Cat 6 is more sensible but for most 5 or 5e is suitable.
A bit like putting Super Unleaded Petrol in a 1.0L Corsa. Now if you had a sportscar that could really take advantage of the extra Octane rating then it's worth it...
With the Cat 6 / 7 cable there are MUCH more costly and hard to lay as they are very stiff and hard to work with. Unlikely you would need Cat 6 / 7 and the cost difference is so large there is no point laying this "in case". Far better to lay 2 or 3 cables of Cat5 which can support the higher speeds for shorter runs. Remember that 2 cat 5 cables can run HDMI (you need to purchase adaptors) and 1 cat 5 can be used for phone. The reason to run multiple cables is that the cost of laying the cable is high compared to the cost of the cable. Also if a cable fails you have a spare cable in place. Plus if you need extra cable in future is already in place.