Home Networking Leader Unveils New Switches for Providing High Performance and Simplicity for Connected Wired Devices
UAE, May 19, 2011 - Cisco today reinforced its commitment to home networking with the launch of its new powerful and simple-to-use Linksys® E-Series switches for home office and entertainment use. The new switches deliver the power to expand home networks and easily connect wired devices such as computers, printers, storage devices, scanners, games consoles, and Internet enabled TVs. Complementing the Linksys E-Series routers, the new switches will offer a full range of options that set a standard for speed and ease of use.
Providing Powerful Connections While Saving Power
The new range of Linksys E-Series switches include features to enable faster and more simple wired connections. These include plug-and-play, eliminating the need for configuration, as well as Quality of Service (QoS) auto-sensing ports and power-saving features. The power-saving modes include auto power-down to disable unused ports, sleep mode when all ports are inactive and smart power for short cable runs. The switches are ideal for consumers or home office workers seeking an alternative to wireless, connections for multiple wired devices, or simply an extension of their existing network.
Linksys SE1500 5-Port Fast Ethernet Switch Features
Connect up to five computers, printers, storage, gaming consoles and other wired devices
Plug-and-play - no configuration required
Fast wired connection speeds - up to 100 Mbps
Five auto-sensing Fast Ethernet (10/100) ports for connecting your devices
QoS traffic prioritisation technology - auto sensing ports automatically optimise speed for each connected device
Auto power-down features are designed to disable unused ports
Linksys SE2500 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Features
- Connect up to five computers, printers, storage devices, gaming consoles and other wired devices
- Plug-and-play - no configuration required
- Gigabit power - up to 1000 Mbps, 10 times faster than standard Ethernet - perfect for quick file and media sharing between Gigabit devices
- QoS traffic prioritisation technology - auto sensing ports automatically optimise speed for each connected device
- Auto power-down features are designed to disable unused ports, sleep mode when all ports are inactive and smart power for short cable runs
Linksys SE2800 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Features
- Connect up to eight computers, printers, storage devices, gaming consoles and other wired devices
- Plug-and-play - no configuration required
- Gigabit power - up to 1000 Mbps, 10 times faster than standard Ethernet - perfect for quick file and media sharing between Gigabit devices
- QoS traffic prioritisation technology - auto sensing ports automatically optimise speed for each connected device
- Auto power-down features are designed to disable unused ports, sleep mode when all ports are inactive and smart power for short cable runs
"The new family of Linksys E-Series switches shows our commitment to develop home networking products that deliver the best possible entertainment and productivity experience," said Mohammad Meraj Hoda, Managing Director, Emerging Markets, at Cisco Consumer. "The new switches provide consumers and home workers with the ability to easily expand their home network and benefit from multi-connected high-bandwidth wired office and entertainment devices."
Technical specifications
Model | Linksys SE1500 5-Port 10/100 Switch | Linksys SE2500 5-Port Gigabit Switch | Linksys SE2800 8-Port Gigabit Switch |
SRP | AED 119 | AED 189 | AED 289 |
Ethernet Ports/Speed | 5 x 10/100 | 5 x Gigabit | 8 x Gigabit |
Per Port Status LEDs | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Green Power Savings | Yes - Cable connect detection | Yes - Cable connect detection - Sleep mode | Yes - Cable connect detection - Sleep mode |
Pricing and Availability
The suggested retail prices for switches are from AED 119. The full line of switches is available at leading electronic retail outlets or by visiting the Linksys website at http://www.linksysbycisco.com/AE/en/home
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