Compare NetGear Mini Switch Ethernet Gigabit 8 ports 10/100/1000 Mb GS608 (MPN) to D-link (DGS1005G) 5-Port Ethernet Switch

Gigabit Power for the Home For a high-speed network on a small scale, nothing delivers like these stylish powerhouses. These fast, easy, and affordable Gigabit switches gives your home network the maximum capacity to handle huge bandwidth. Packed with ease-of-use features to simplify your networking experience, their sleek design makes them look great on a desktop – either flat or in the provided stand. The GS608 moves very large files such as high-end multimedia, gaming, Internet access, and other speed-intensive applications across your network instantly, and because they are standards-based, they painlessly integrate existing 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices on your network. The fan-less design results in silent operation allowing you to focus on your game or relax to your music. Matched with Netgear's thorough testing, the GS600 switches provide long-lasting performance you can count on. Less

The DGS-1005G 5-port Gigabit Switch from D-LINK SYSTEMS® is part of Green devices using D-Link Green technology. Created with the Small or Home Office (SOHO) user in mind, the DGS-1005G saves energy while reducing heat output, providing you a longer product life without sacrificing operational performance or functionality. Plus combined with an efficient power adapter that is EnergyStar level V qualified, minimized the use of harmful substances (RoHS compliant) in the device and enclosed in recyclable packaging make this switch truly environmentally friendly. Additionally the Switch helps you conserve energy automatically through several methods. It automatically powers down ports that have no link activity, allowing the switch to save energy by cutting power usage for unused ports or ports connected to computers that have been shut down. Moreover it can also detect connected cable lengths and adjust power usage accordingly, helping you save energy without effecting networking performance. Less