Detailed Specifications
Netgear MS308E-100NAS - 8-Port 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Plus Switch
Overview :
The Netgear MS308E-100NAS is a high-performance 8-port Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Plus switch engineered to address the bandwidth bottlenecks common in modern small-to-medium business (SMB) networks. As wireless standards evolve toward WiFi 6E and WiFi 7, and high-speed NAS units become standard, traditional Gigabit switching often becomes a point of congestion. This switch provides eight dedicated 2.5GBASE-T ports, delivering 2.5 times the speed of standard Gigabit connections over existing Cat5e or better copper cabling.
Positioned within the Netgear Plus series, the MS308E bridges the gap between unmanaged plug-and-play devices and complex managed infrastructure. It offers essential Layer 2 management capabilities, including VLAN support for traffic segmentation, Quality of Service (QoS) for voice and video prioritization, and IGMP snooping for multicast optimization. Its fanless, compact metal chassis ensures silent operation, making it ideal for noise-sensitive environments such as conference rooms, open-plan offices, or home laboratories. Whether deployed at the network edge or as a central hub for a small creative studio, the MS308E-100NAS provides the necessary throughput for high-bandwidth applications without the complexity or cost of 10G hardware.Key Features :
Eight 2.5G Multi-Gigabit ports for high-speed backhaul.
Essential L2 management including VLANs and QoS control.
Fanless design ensures silent operation in office spaces.
Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) for power savings.
Specifications :
| Brand | Netgear |
| Part Number | MS308E-100NAS |
| Product Type | Multi-Gigabit Plus Switch |
| Total Ports | 8 x 2.5GBASE-T |
| Switching Capacity | 40 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 29.7 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table | 16K entries |
| Packet Buffer | 1.5 MB |
| VLAN Support | Up to 64 VLANs (Port-based, 802.1Q) |
| Power Supply | External 12V / 1.5A DC |
| Max Power Consumption | 13.8 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0° to 40° C |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 158 x 101 x 27 mm |
| Weight | 0.49 kg |
