TRENDnet 5-Port Unmanaged Gigabit GREENnet Desktop Metal Switch, TEG-S50g,Ethernet Splitter, Ethernet/Network Switch, 5 x Gigabit Ports, Fanless, 10 Gbps Switching Fabric, Black

It can give you cancer from a clear warning from the box and it mentions it never again for your health don’t buy it

This thing rocks and I get the speed and reliability it advertises. It is also able to negotiate and work in areas other normal USB WIFI devices cannot. I usually do gaming with a hard wired connection but I decided to see how it would be if I just used wireless. It worked flawlessly and my experience was the same. Ran LAN tests and it ran with flying colors so if you have internet issues I wouldn't be too quick to blame the device. I have noticed a lot of complaints about it dropping out but this type of problem is not unique to this USB device. It can happen to almost all brands and it is not their fault. In almost all cases a Windows setting is to blame not the device. In Windows if you go to Device Manager > Network Adapter > TRENDnet TEW-809UB AC1900Wireless USB Adapter > Right Click > Select Properties > Power Management > and uncheck 'Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power' > Hit OK and reboot you will be rocking steady for the life of the device. If you still have some issues I would investigate other things before being quick to blame this device. The Internet Modem or stability of the ISP network play a big factor as well. Another thing that is good to do is download an App and analyze the WIFI channels in your area to see if someone is saturating your signal and adjust your router accordingly. In summary I love this thing and would recommend it to others. In most cases you can achieve the 5 stars you desire with this device and others if you adjust the windows setting above. I even attached a Picture for reference. The guy who created and buried this setting in the Network Adapter and made it default is the one that should get some stars docked. I mean, who would ever want their network devices to be shut off by default and without their knowledge? Sure, if someone wants to shut off their adapter then by all means leave the option for them to go in and check the box, but don't force it on someone. My heart goes out to the Millions of poor souls who just want a stable wireless network and this little bright idea caused them to lose hair, scream profanities, and assume it was the device. I also feel sorry for the Companies that build rock solid equipment only to have a buried windows setting they don't control turn off their device and render it unstable and useless for their customers. That is not to say a Company wont have an occasional device break ranks and have issues or some accident we don't see that renders it useless in transit but that is what returns and a second chance is for. Don't let that windows setting ruin your dreams and hold you back from giving this thing 5 stars.

Ich schreibe diese Rezension, weil ich dieses Gerät nun ein zweites mal kaufen werde. Das erste läuft seit seit Januar 2011, also seit 13 Jahren (!!) völlig stressfrei. Steht auf dem Spitzboden und verbindet die Fritzbox, zwei WLAN-Accesspoints und den Sicherungskasten (SAT-over-Ip-Server) Das Gerät läuft und läuft und läuft…Ich habe das Teil seit Jahren nicht mal mehr angesehen. Deswegen kaufe ich es jetzt noch einmal für die Blockhütte (zum Glück haben wir seinerzeit im Haus und Gartenmehr als ausreichend Leerrohre verlegt) Ich hoffe, dass die nun aktuelle Version der alten in nichts nachsteht - damals habe ich übrigens 29,99€ bezahlt, 7€ mehr als der aktuelle Preis (heute ist der 15.2.2024)

Overall this is a terrific switch. I replaced an old Ethernet hub with this. The hub was severely adversely impacting my bandwitdth over the network. The switch is now plugged in to my home (wired) Ethernet port and I have it plugged in my XBox 360 and Denon AVR-3310ci receiver to the switch. Both receive full signal now and work great. It was such a no-brainer. Just plug in the router to the power supply, plug in your internet cable, and then your other devices (PC's, game systems, receivers, etc.) to the other available ports. Works great and was super easy. Also nice is that the switch apparently can detect differences in cable lengths, along with knowing when data is needed and which ports are being unused and adjusts power consumption accordingly to presumably be "green" and save money. Not sure how much I'll save with this, but it's a nice feature. Attractive packaging and look (which I personally really couldn't care less about, but it is nice and makes me think TRENDNet is a credible, mass-market kind of company if I ever need support, etc.). The device is actually smaller than it looks online (which I also like- a small footprint helps when placed inside a media cabinet with a bunch of A/V stuff.). The device itself is very clean and simple- the display shows you which ports are active, the speed of the connection (I, sadly just have a 10/100 modem, so that's what it shows- someday I'll have a Gigabit but in function, everything works great for now with 10/100 so no big deal). Some of this will vary by cable provider (I have Brighthouse), but since I installed this switch, I've watched Netflix HD, listened to internet radio, etc. and it has never readjusted for quality problems, etc. (If you have streaming Netflix, you have probably experienced the 'quality' adjustments mid-viewing which is super annoying. With this switch- haven't had a problem yet- full HD). I also am streaming recorded HD video from my PC through Windows Media Center, which I use like a DVR/PVR. I just watched a full HD recording of 'Fringe' and it looked amazing. Fast-forwarded, rewound, played, paused with no issues and it looked and sounded perfect. Anyway- this was so easy to install, and the price is great for what it does. You can get cheaper Gigabit routers if you really shop around and wait for deals, but you probably won't find one for much less (I would say there is maybe a $5.00 +/- differential between this and the cheapest generic 5-port Gb routers I saw). I justified the little bit of extra money for this because of the build quality, good reviews, power saving features and 'branded' manufacturer which I felt might provide better support if I ever need it (though you never really know). All in all, a great switch. Should've bought one years ago. So far, so good! Strongly recommend the product.

It works perfectly, even with my terrible wifi signal. Very minimal packet loss, very low ping, great speeds, in my office in a room far from the router. Perfect and superb value.

My office/library is on the third floor of my house and I have never yet managed to get 5ghz to reach that far. This is the thing to do it. Very impressed so far.