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How long did it last?
I've had mine (8 port) since 2011 and still waiting for the first one to become flaky (not showing any signs of dying). I think it'll take a lightning storm hit to fry something and then it'll die. I'm not a light user either (NAS+Plex Server+downloading ISOs routinely).
My model is SG1008G so not sure if there is much if any difference with this model: LS1008G.
I notice these are powered by a 5v 0.6a power supply. Has anyone had any success running these from a USB instead?
Thought about doing the same to save an extra outlet point. Probably would be fine I think.
I've got one of the older tp link 5 ports (can't recall the model name, tl-sg105 or LS105g maybe) that runs off 5v, and it runs off a usb port no problem, has been doing so and running a plex server, gaming pc, etc for a year now. Power requirements are minimal so I'd expect any modern usb port will run it easily. Just need to get a usb cable with the right barrel connector off aliexpress/ebay.
Be aware though, I've got a few other TP-Link switches of various ages and port numbers (both 5 and 8 port), and some use 9v - so if anyone's buying because it's 5v, just double check that it really is 5v.
How does one determine what the right barrel type is?
Yes it works fine. Soldered my own cable with USB-A and barrel jack.
Nice! I wish they came with USB power by default. Probably cheaper for them too.
What size barrel jack?
What are these used for?
An early version of Wi-Fi that uses cables …
A modern version to port and switch ISP’s. These are very useful devices for ozbargainers who like getting the best internet deals :)
Just being silly. These port/switches have less use with most devices with WiFi. If you run servers then you can get a lot of use from one of these. Probably will have more use in a small business environment.
One ethernet port to many ethernet ports.
I connect my TV, Ps5, and PC. Much more reliable than Wifi.
Before Wi-Fi this was how you built a network. Basically you have one wire going to the ISP Router and one port on this switch and all other network devices have one wire each to the switch. Similar to a power breakout board but for networking.
Obviously can get far more complicated but don't need to for this purpose. You'll notice PCs and most devices with network connectivity have the port so this is how you use it.
In my house if it doesn't move off the furniture I prefer to use the Ethernet port. It's proven tech that just works. Wifi (which is essentially a fancy radio for data) can still be affected by things that all radio can be affected by (interference, range, etc).
Text diagram:
NBN Box <—> Google Nest <—> Powerline Ethernet <—>|—— House Power Wiring —|<—> Powerline Ethernet <—> Ethernet Switch <—>>> My devices with ethernet ports and wires.
My mix of tech:
Connect between rooms (Powerline Ethernet AV2000 standard).
In rooms with multiple devices (8 port switch). 16 port if you have living room with many devices (i.e. 3+ consoles, etc).
Wifi Google Nest. This acts as my 'router' which is the box that assigns addresses to each device on the network and allows all of communicating to happen between devices and the Internet.
NDI setup for OBS, to record PC1s screen losslessly on PC2 which lives somewhere else. WiFi 6 doesn't work well since packets drop/wifi things. Need around 250Mbps up to record 1440p
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Increases the number of ethernet ports on your modem or router. Most routers don't need these but some like the Amazon eero only have 2 ethernet ports, so this is great for those scenarios.
Hmmm just bought a Mercusys MS105GP (https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/B0C3D15MQ4) for $49, but order hasn't been fulfilled yet.
Should I cancel my current order and get the TP-Link LS105LP (https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CHFFPZQX) for $41?
Which is the better product?
the LS105LP isn't gigabit
Oops, yeah you're right. Got caught looking at the pricing options description (https://imgur.com/WFVphBg) and didn't look at the full listing!
Silly question. Does this work for connecting directly to NBN box via cable to 5 other devices ? since my Wireless router died last week.
No, you need a router.
Nah - you will need a router.
Did your whole router actually die, or is it just the power adaptor? Most likely to be a dead powerpack than the router itself.
For a standard residential service you cannot connect multiple devices via a switch to the the NBN NTD. Please don't post garbage.
Anyone recommend PoE 4-6 port Giga switch? Have this TP switch currently but looking to redo into PoE
Go to link for this switch and there is a link for a 10 port POE+ switch also made by TP-Link on the same page close to the top of the page. You should have some idea of how many devices you want to power as there is a power budget shared among all of the ports.
You can use one of your old modems also as a switch if you have one lying around. A few simple steps are needed that can be googled easily.
Mine literally just died today! Ordered a replacement. Thanks OP