Layer 2 Unmanaged Ethernet Switch, 5 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX (RJ-45), 1 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX (RJ-45)
The EtherFast 10/100 5-Port Switch is the easiest, most flexible way to boost your network's performance while migrating to the power of Fast Ethernet. Designed to meet the needs of small businesses, medium businesses and SOHO networks, the EtherFast 10/100 5-Port Switch is the best value for your networking dollar. With support for half and full duplex speeds, the switches allow your network to run at 10Mbps, 20Mbps, 100Mbps and an incredible 200Mbps! ??When you are ready to upgrade your Ethernet network, your EtherFast 10/100 Switch offers you a cost-effective solution that complements your migration strategy. The EtherFast 10/100 5-port Switch eliminates data bottlenecks and bandwidth constraints, optimizing network performance while protecting your investment in your existing infrastructure. By migrating your entire network to 100Mbps Fast Ethernet with the EtherFast 10/100 5-Port Switch, you will have the power to double your network's performance with dedicated full duplex ba...
Price Range: $15 - $46
Epinions Rating: 
(3 Reviews)
MPN: EZXS55W
Type: Ethernet Switch
OSI Layer: Layer 2
Managed Device: Unmanaged
Ports: 5 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX (RJ-45)
Uplink/Additional Port(s): 1 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX (RJ-45)
MAC Address Entries: 1032
LAN Standards: IEEE 802.3 CSMA/CD or Ethernet, IEEE 802.3u 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet)
Switching / Forwarding Method : Store-and-forward
LED Indicators: Link / Status, Full Duplex / Half Duplex, Power, Collisions
Width: 4.33 in.
Depth: 3.43 in.
Height: 1.26 in.
Weight: 0.38 lb.
Warranty: 5 Years
Product ID: 20190304
Release Date: July, 2002
Best Linksys product I own, Simple&Easy Install
Author's Rating:
Pros: Inexpensive, small, IT WORKS
Cons: could have been FREE, doesn't stack with linksys routers
The Bottom Line: If you need to add computers to your network and need a small, dependable switch, this is a good choice.
Review: Linksys 5 port 10/100 workgroup switch, model EZXS55W. I’ve had mixed results with Linksys products (especially their routers) over the last few years, but so far this has been the best Linksys product I’ve ever owned. Setup consisted of opening... Read Full Review by buggman, Jan 4, 2008
Author's Rating:
Pros: Cheap, simple, and capable.
Cons: Needs note on casing that the uplink and adjacent port cannot be used simultaneously.
The Bottom Line: null
Review: My wife bought this unit as a buy-one-get-one-free at OfficeDepot for $29.99 along with a Linksys ethernet card. I hooked the Linksys Etherfast 10/100 5-port Workgroup Switch up to A/C power, patched in a line from my Linksys Router, plugged in a... Read Full Review by flacorps, Feb 27, 2007
Author's Rating:
Pros: 5 ports, switch, Faster Bandwidth Access Times at Full Duplex, 10/100 to 20/200 Mbps
Cons: None
The Bottom Line: Want to add more PCs to your switch router and keep the speed the same, then get this switch to keep it that way!
Review: In this review I'll be covering LINKSYS ETHERFAST 5-PORT SWITCH for wired and wireless networks: I personally like using Linksys Etherfast 5 port switch with the Linksys DSL/Cable router 4 port combination minus 1 port for the uplink giving me 3... Read Full Review by tipstir, Dec 11, 2003
