Set Up the Switch Configuration Utility

Plus switches are plug and play. You can install a configuration utility to select additional options to manage and customize the switch for your network. This utility is on the resource CD that was shipped with the switch.

Note:  The configuration utility is installed on your computer and is supported only on Windows.

¾¾ To install the configuration utility:

1.Insert the resource CD into a computer that is connected to the switch.

2.Click the Install ProSAFE Plus Utility link and follow the prompts to install the program.

The switch configuration utility is installed in the program directory of your computer and a ProSAFE Plus Utility icon is placed on your desktop.

¾¾ To configure the switch:

1.Double-click the ProSAFE Plus Utility icon.

The configuration home screen displays a list of plus switches that it discovers on the local network.

2.Select the switch that you want to configure.

You are asked to enter the password for the switch.

3.Enter the switch’s password in the password field. The switch’s default password is password.

4.Use the utility to configure the switch.

For a description of Plus features, see the ProSAFE Plus Switch Configuration Utility User Guide. You can access the user guide through links on the Help tab of the utility or on the resource CD.

Note:  You can also access and configure the switch directly through its web-based user interface.

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Specifications

Specification

Description

 

Network interface

RJ-45 connector for 10BASE-T,

 

100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T

 

 

 

Network cable

Category 5e (Cat 5e) or better Ethernet

 

cable

 

 

 

Ports

8

 

 

 

 

Power adapter

12V @ 0.5 A DC input

 

 

 

Power consumption

4.45W max.

 

 

 

Weight

0.508 kg (1.12 lb)

 

 

 

Dimensions (W x D x H)

158 mm x 101 mm x 29 mm

 

6.2 in. x 4 in. x 1.14 in.

 

 

 

Operating temperature

0–40°C (32–104° F)

 

 

 

Operating humidity

10%–90% relative humidity,

 

noncondensing

 

 

 

Electromagnetic compliance

CE Class B, FCC Class B, VCCI Class B, RCM

 

Class B, EAC, KCC, CCC

 

 

 

Safety agency approvals

CE mark, CB, CCC, EAC

 

 

 

Support

Thank you for selecting NETGEAR products.

After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label of your product and use it to register your product at https://my.netgear.com.

You must register your product before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. NETGEAR recommends registering your product through the NETGEAR website. For product updates and web support, visit http://support.netgear.com.

NETGEAR recommends that you use only the official NETGEAR support resources.

For the current EU Declaration of Conformity, visit http://support.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/.

For regulatory compliance information, visit

http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/.

See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply.

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NETGEAR GS108Ev3 Set Up the Switch Configuration Utility, Specifications, Support, ¾¾ To install the configuration utility

GS108Ev3 specifications

The NETGEAR GS108Ev3 is a robust and versatile 8-port Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for small and medium-sized businesses that require reliable and efficient networking solutions. As part of NETGEAR's ProSAFE lineup, this unmanaged switch combines advanced features with user-friendly operation to provide seamless connectivity for various devices.

One of the standout features of the GS108Ev3 is its plug-and-play functionality. Users can easily connect devices without the need for complex configuration, making it an ideal choice for non-technical users or small office environments. The switch supports up to eight 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports, ensuring high-speed data transfer rates that can significantly improve network performance. It also features a compact, sturdy design, making it suitable for desktop or rack-mounted deployment.

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