Introduction
This page shows switches that AgIT recommends. When installing these switches
be sure you have Cat-5 or better wiring. If you don't have Cat-5 wiring you will
need to upgrade your wiring. If you attempt to use these switches with less than
Cat-5 wiring you may run into problems (eg. network is incredibly slow).
The first step in selecting a new switch is identifying how many ports you
actually need. Each device that is connected to the network needs a port. This
include PC's, laptops, IP Video units (Polycom's), and networked printers and
scanners. Add two to this number (to interconnect to IHETS switch). Now add
25-50% or whatever you think is appropriate to account for possible future
expansion. Finally select a switch with at least that many ports.
Commercial Grade Switches
All the commercial grade switches listed here have an internal power supply and use a standard three pronged electrical plug. All can be rack mounted or placed on a desk or table top. The eight port unit can also be wall mounted. All the commercial grade switches listed also have metal cases.
When ordering these switches directly from Allied Telesyn be sure to order them through Linda Bushman in order to get the "Purdue" direct pricing discount. Also, be sure to specify the model number precisely as shown in the table. There are a number of switches with very similar part numbers.
Commercial Grade Switches
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Description |
Purdue Price |
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AlliedTelesyn FS708-10 - 8 port, 10/100 ethernet switch with internal power supply. |
$56.00 (direct)
$62.20 (www.ecost.com) |
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AlliedTelesyn FS716-10 - 16 port, 10/100 ethernet switch with internal power supply. |
$65.00 (direct)
$72.23 (www.ecost.com) |
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AlliedTelesyn FS724i-10 - 24 port, 10/100 ethernet switch with internal power supply. |
$90.00 (direct)
$100.01 (ecost.com) |
Consumer Grade Switches
If cost is a major issue for your office you can use consumer grade switches. Below are two ethernet switches that AgIT recommends when cost is the number one priority.
The switches below come in a plastic enclosure and use an external AC adapter. They can be wall mounted or placed on a desk or table top. These units are not rack mountable.
The prices mentioned below are from www.ecost.com.
Consumer Grade Switches
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Description |
Purdue Price |
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Hawking Technology PN105ES - 5 port, 10/100 ethernet switch with external AC adapter |
$19.81 (www.ecost.com) |
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Hawking Technology PN108ES - 8 port, 10/100 ethernet switch with external AC adapter |
$24.56 (www.ecost.com) |
If you have any questions please give the AgIT helpdesk a call at (765)494-8333, (888)226-2438 or email AGIT Help.
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