TP-LINK 10/100Mbps 8 Ports

With the TP-LINK TL-SF1008D Fast Ethernet Switch, you can simply connect up to 8 wired devices. Whether home offices, SOHO deployments or small networks, this 8-port unmanaged switch is known for offering secure and reliable 10/100 Mbps performance, uses energy-saving technology, and works right out of the box. No installation, no stress—plug and play.

Key Features

• 8 10/100Mbps RJ-45 ports with auto-negotiation and auto-MDI/MDIX.
  You can connect up to 8 devices.
  – PCs
  – Printers
  – Router uplinks
  – NAS.
  Plus, the switch will automatically adapt the speed (10 or 100 Mbps) and cable type, eliminating the need to deal with crossover cables.
• Non-blocking switching design with 2K Jumbo frame support
  Ensures high-speed data forwarding. Also known for transferring large files more smoothly and reducing bottlenecks to avoid delays.
• Improves dependability and prevents packet loss during heavy traffic because of IEEE 802.3x flow control (full duplex) and backpressure (half duplex)
• Green Ethernet / power-saving technology helps in reducing power usage. The ports are idle for the environment and lower electricity expenses.
• Plug & Play / fully unmanaged/easy installation. Plug in, it works. More convenient for users who want simplicity.
• Desktop form factor, fanless, plastic enclosure
  Quieter, space-saving, home-desk or small office installation without noise or heat disturbance.

Key Specifications

Standards & Protocols: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, CSMA/CD.

Interfaces: 8 RJ-45 ports, 10/100 Mbps, auto‐negotiation, Auto-MDI/MDIX.

Buffer Size: 768 Kb.

Data Rates: Up to 100 Mbps per port; aggregated full duplex 20/200 Mbps.

Power Supply: External adapter, 5.0V DC / 0.6A. Input from 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.

Max Power Consumption: ~2.05W at 220V/50Hz.

Heat Dissipation: ~6.99 BTU/h.

Size, Weight & Environment

Dimensions (W × D × H): 134.5 × 79 × 22.5 mm (≈ 5.3 × 3.1 × 0.9 in).

Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F).

Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F).

Operating Humidity: 10%–90% non-condensing.

Storage Humidity: 5%–90% non-condensing.

Uses / Ideal Scenarios

• More wired connectivity in home offices (printers, NAS, desktops, etc.).
• Small offices / SOHO environments where reliability is the need, but speed demands are minimal.
• Where IP cameras, VoIP devices, or smart home control must be wired.
• It is a first-hop switch for connecting a large number of devices to a router or modem.
• In schools, labs, or small clinics where multiple devices need to have Ethernet connectivity without high-bandwidth demand (i.e., not much video streaming).

Technical Knowledge & Tips

• Since it’s an unmanaged switch, there isn’t any VLAN, QoS, or advanced config to configure—easy, though at the expense of if you need more features, you’d need to employ a managed switch.
• Auto-MDI/MDIX eliminates hassle over whether you have straight-through or crossover cables—simple for non-technophiles.
• Having flow control in full duplex and backpressure in half duplex avoids packet loss/overrun under congestion.
• Jumbo frames (2K) support helps transfer big files (e.g., backups, large media files) between LAN devices connected.
  Energy efficiency is achieved by low power consumption (≈ 2 W) and a fanless design.