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New devolo Ethernet switches: switching centres for a fast home network

The network experts at devolo are expanding their portfolio of high-performance solutions for fast home networks with new devices. Two new network switches make it easier to connect multiple client devices by wire at gigabit speed.
Sometimes there needs to be a cable
From the home office with multiple computers and NAS servers to the living room with a smart TV, set-top box and game consoles: the number of devices in our households that rely on a strong Internet connection is always on the rise. And the connection challenge increases with every wired device. Most houses and flats simply do not have enough network jacks – if any – to connect all devices.
The answer to this problem is offered by the network experts at devolo with the current expansion of their portfolio of technical solutions for home networks. The new Ethernet switches with up to 16 ports offer strong gigabit bandwidth and enough ports to supply all clients with power benefiting from a cable connection.
devolo Ethernet Switch 8 Port and devolo Ethernet Switch 16 Port
With eight and 16 ports respectively, the devolo Ethernet switches connect plenty of devices to the Internet via cable. Both switches support the latest IEEE 802.3 standards for data transmission of up to one gigabit per second. These standards also include IEEE 802.3az, which automatically switches compatible clients to an energy-saving state during phases of low data transmission. As a result, the devolo switches make the home network faster and more energy-efficient at the same time.
In addition, both models are optimised for the greatest possible compatibility. For example, this is seen in the support of half-duplex as well as full-duplex operations. The switches can send and receive data simultaneously for a speed gain in full-duplex operation – but they still remain compatible with clients which support only half-duplex. This provides flexibility and makes them really easy to integrate into existing home networks.
Highly convenient plug-and-play feature
The devolo Ethernet Switch 8 Port and the devolo Ethernet Switch 16 Port are optimised for easy installation and fast set-up. Neither model requires any configuration since the switches are unmanaged, and both provide for the best possible data flow with state-of-the-art network features. Among these features are auto-negotiation of the best connection settings, automatic detection of the cable connection (auto MDI/MDIX) and the integrated inspection of data packets (store and forward).
Accordingly, you don't need any special technical knowledge to install and operate devolo Ethernet switches. Both models can be integrated into the home network in just a few easy steps, and then they control the data traffic fully automatically. The switches enable particularly data-hungry client devices to be connected via network cable. From work and personal computers in the office, to streaming boxes and smart TVs in the living room, to gaming hardware in the children's room: with the compact devolo Ethernet switches, gigabit bandwidth fits into any space.
Prices and availability
Both devolo switches are now available in the devolo online stores. The devolo Ethernet Switch 8 Port is available at the price of 39.90 euros. The devolo Ethernet Switch 16 Port starts at the price of 89.90 euros. All prices mentioned here are recommended retail prices and include VAT. devolo provides a 3-year manufacturer's warranty on all products.