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product_id: 312548091
title: "NETGEAR 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS308) - Home Network Hub, Office Ethernet Splitter, Plug-and-Play, Fanless Metal Housing, Desktop or Wall Mount"
brand: "netgear"
price: "KSh25149"
currency: KES
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Netgear"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/312548091-netgear-8-port-gigabit-ethernet-unmanaged-switch-gs308-home-network
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region: Kenya
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# Energy Efficient IEEE802.3az Compliant 8 Gigabit Ethernet Ports Fanless Silent Operation NETGEAR 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS308) - Home Network Hub, Office Ethernet Splitter, Plug-and-Play, Fanless Metal Housing, Desktop or Wall Mount

**Brand:** netgear
**Price:** KSh25149
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your network game with seamless speed and silent strength!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** NETGEAR 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS308) - Home Network Hub, Office Ethernet Splitter, Plug-and-Play, Fanless Metal Housing, Desktop or Wall Mount by netgear
- **How much does it cost?** KSh25149 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/312548091-netgear-8-port-gigabit-ethernet-unmanaged-switch-gs308-home-network)

## Best For

- netgear enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted netgear brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Flexible Placement:** Mount on your wall or keep it desktop—networking that fits your space and style.
- • **Robust Metal Housing:** Durable, sleek design built to withstand daily office or home use.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Instant network expansion with zero setup hassle—just connect and go.
- • **Power-Smart Technology:** Optimized energy use lowers your operational costs without sacrificing speed.
- • **Whisper-Quiet Performance:** Fanless design ensures silent operation, perfect for noise-sensitive environments.

## Overview

The NETGEAR GS308 is an 8-port unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for effortless network expansion in homes and small offices. Featuring plug-and-play setup, a rugged metal case, silent fanless operation, and energy-efficient technology, it delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity with flexible mounting options and a 3-year warranty for peace of mind.

## Description

The NETGEAR 8 port Gigabit unmanaged Switch provides an easy, reliable, and affordable way to expand your network connections in homes and small offices. It is plug and play and features a rugged metal case. Features also include Auto MDI/MDI, LED indicator on Each port, energy efficient technology, fan less design, auto negotiation and non blocking switching architecture.

Review: Excellent 8 port switch at a great price, definitely plug & play as all my new items fired up and were swapping files. Recommended
Review: This switch is very straightforward and easy to use. Just plug it into a power outlet, connect your Ethernet cables, and it works immediately with no setup required. It also has indicator lights for each port, which makes it easy to see that everything is connected and working properly. The build quality feels solid, and for the price, this is a great value. I couldn’t ask for anything more.

## Features

- ETHERNET PORT CONFIGURATION: 8 Gigabit ports
- PLUG AND PLAY: Simple set up with no software to install or configuration needed
- VERSATILE MOUNTING OPTIONS: Supports desktop or wall mount placement
- SILENT OPERATION: The fanless design means zero added noise wherever its located, making it ideal for noise sensitive environments
- PEACE OF MIND WARRANTY – Covered by an industry leading 3 year limited hardware warranty
- ENERGY EFFICIENT: Designed to optimize power usage lowering its cost to operate; Most models are compliant with IEEE802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet mode
- BUILT TO LAST: Every NETGEAR Network switch is rigorously tested for reliability, quality, and performance;

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07PFYM5MZ |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 168,278 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 1,084 in Network Switches |
| Case material type | Metal |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (22,920) |
| Data transfer rate | 1 Gigabits Per Second |
| Date First Available | 25 Mar. 2019 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00606449140132 |
| Interface type | RJ45 |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 390 g |
| Item model number | GS308-300PAS |
| Item weight | 390 g |
| Manufacturer | Netgear |
| Material | Metal |
| Part number | GS308-300PAS |
| Plug profile | Tabletop,Wall Mount |
| Product dimensions | 15.8L x 10.2W x 2.6H centimetres |
| Size | 0.88 lb. |
| Specific uses | Business, Gaming |
| Style | 8 port |
| Switch style | unmanaged |
| UPC | 606449140132 |
| Voltage | 12 Volts (DC) |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** NETGEAR
- **Colour:** Yellow
- **Compatible devices:** Computers, servers, other switches, and networking hardware
- **Included components:** 8-Port Switch (GS308P), Power adapter, Quick installation guide
- **Number of ports:** 8

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Althought the spec states cat5, does this GS116 also support cat6?**
A: The Cat5 recommendation, on any device I'm aware of, is a minimum. Going with a Cat6/7/8/9 is just like opening up a wider road. It'll give you more room but you're only gonna use as much as the of that width as the maximum amount the slowest device in the data exchange (including the switch) is able to send/recieve.
So, basically, you can make the road have as many lanes as you want but a Ford Focus is only gonna go as fast as a Ford Focus goes regardless of traffic conditions.

**Q: What is the difference between unmanaged and unmanaged+?**
A: The simplest answer is that an unmanaged switch is just plug and play. No extra passwords or network monitoring. A managed switch means you add passwords for devices to connect and you can monitor each devices that's plugged in. If you are using it for home network, you already have security through your router, so unmanaged is the way to go. If you're an IT Guru, you might want to setup a managed switch.

**Q: Will any of the ports act as my "input port" from the router, and is there any advantage to using more than one input cable from the router?**
A: You can you any of the ports on the switch to connect the router to.  I usually use the last or the first one.  Having more then one cable from the router to the switch would cause problems and not benefits.  It would basically cause a traffic jam.

**Q: Is it one input and 8 output? Or no?**
A: These unmanaged Ethernet switches, all 8 ports are the same. They not only automatically switch each port from input to output as needed, but in addition if you do happen to use a 4 pair wired "Crossover cable" (rare these days) they will automatically switch to even accommodate that hook up as well. Daisy chaining one feed to any of the eight ports then run an Ethernet cable (with all four pairs used) to any port on a second and you now have 14 ports at your disposal. Do it again and you will get 7 more each time you add another. Ethernet switches strengthen the signal so they can be up to 100 meters or 328 feet from one to the next. Very versatile for a SOHO (Small Office and/or Home Office). You need access to AC power for the power supply but otherwise about the only thing one can do wrong is to find an old 10/100 cable with 4 wires or 2 pairs and that will not work!!!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***S on 2 February 2026*

Excellent 8 port switch at a great price, definitely plug & play as all my new items fired up and were swapping files. Recommended

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***Y on 10 February 2026*

This switch is very straightforward and easy to use. Just plug it into a power outlet, connect your Ethernet cables, and it works immediately with no setup required. It also has indicator lights for each port, which makes it easy to see that everything is connected and working properly. The build quality feels solid, and for the price, this is a great value. I couldn’t ask for anything more.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by V***O on 25 August 2024*

facil de usar, solo conectas y listo, la construccion es de metal y ayuda mucho a la disipacion del calor lo tenco conectado 24/7 ya por unos 2 meses y sin ninguna falla, habia tenido 2 anteriormente y me daban fallas cada cierto tiempo o cuando hacia mucho calor.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-10*