Desktop Computer Review: D-Link DGS-1005D 5-Port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switch, Desktop Review

I had been using the older 10/100 D-Link switch (DSS-5+) for over two years and never had any kind of problem.About three weeks ago, I wrote a review of that switch here and mentioned that I'd like to try the Gigabit version (this one).After thinking about it for a bit, and realizing how inexpensive these things are, I went out and bought it.Exactly as I said for the DSS-5+, this is a great little switch that's definitely worth the money.All the ports are in the back, the casing has a brushed aluminum look, and it's fanless.So, it's definitely possible to leave it sitting on the desk.Since the "switching fabric" supports 10Gb/sec, that means each of the five ports can carry their full 2Gb/sec (1Gb/sec each way) capacity without problem.The darn thing doesn't even get warm.Definitely a good buy (I rate it at 5 stars out of 5).

Darn near every computer sold these days has a Gigabit Ethernet connection built into it. So, assuming you have the proper cabling (Cat 5e or Cat 6), using a Gigabit switch should let you take advantage of the added speed on your local network.However, it won't make any difference across the Internet since only a rare few cable modem even connect at 100Mb/sec and, as far as I know, none connect at 1 GB/sec.

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Product Description:
Get the blazing speed of Gigabit Ethernet with the D-Link GigaExpress DGS-1005D, a 5-port 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Switch that delivers power, performance, and reliability in one cost-effective, space-saving design. Increase the speed of your network server and backbone connections, or make Gigabit to the desktop a reality. Power users in the home, office, workgroup, or creative production environment can now move large, bandwidth-intensive files faster. Transfer graphics, CGI, CAD, or multimedia files across the network instantly.The D-Link DGS-1005D 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Switch features a non-blocking switching architecture that filters and forwards packets at full wire-speed for maximum throughput. An 8, 000 MAC address table provides scalability for even the largest networks. Address learning and aging, 802.3x Flow Control for full duplex mode, and back pressure flow control for half-duplex mode alleviates traffic congestion and ensures reliable data transmission. Designed using industry standards, it is compatible with virtually all 10, 100, and 1000Mbps Ethernet devices and other vendor equipment. The D-Link DGS-1005D 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Switch protects your existing network investments while providing you with a straightforward migration path to faster Gigabit speeds.The auto features of this gigabit switch make installation plug and play and hassle-free. No configuring is required. Auto MDI/MDI-X crossover on all ports eliminate the need for crossover cables or uplink ports. Auto-negotiation on each port senses the link speed of a network device (either 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps) and intelligently adjusts for compatibility and optimal performance. It also features diagnostic LEDs which display status and activity, allowing you to quickly detect and correct problems on the network.