PLANET 8-Port 2.5G Ethernet Switch Model GSW-0802-2S

The PLANET MGS-910X (GSW-0802-2S) is an unmanaged 8-port multigigabit Ethernet switch that provides eight 10/100/1G/2.5G RJ-45 ports and one 10GBASE-X SFP+ uplink. Designed for SMB and SOHO environments, it enables higher-than-gigabit access over existing Cat5e/Cat6 cabling and offers a fanless metal design for quiet, continuous operation.

Advantages

The switch supports automatic speed negotiation up to 2.5Gbps on each copper port, 12K jumbo frames, and a 60Gbps internal switching fabric for high throughput. A 10G SFP+ uplink provides flexible fiber extension. The unit uses store-and-forward forwarding and an address table supporting up to 4K MAC entries to ensure low latency and stable data integrity. Its fanless, thermally conductive metal housing reduces power consumption and operating noise.

Suitable for

• Small and medium business networks requiring multigigabit access
• SOHO offices upgrading wireless AP backhaul (Wi‑Fi 5/6) to 2.5Gbps
• Connections to high-performance servers or network backbones via SFP+
• Quiet workspaces where fanless operation is preferred

Key specifications

• Ports: 8 × 10/100/1000/2500T RJ-45, 1 × 10G SFP+
• Switch type: Unmanaged
• Switching capacity: 60 Gbps
• MAC address table: 4K entries
• Jumbo frame support: up to 12K bytes
• Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3ae, 802.3az, 802.3bz, 802.3x
• Weight: 1.505 kg
• Color: Blue

How to use

Place the switch on a flat surface with clearance for ventilation. Connect network devices to the RJ-45 ports using Cat5e or higher cabling; the ports will auto-negotiate up to 2.5Gbps. For uplink or longer-distance fiber connections, install a compatible SFP+ transceiver in the 10G SFP+ slot. Power on the unit and verify link/activity LEDs to confirm connectivity. No configuration is required for standard plug-and-play operation.

Recommendations

Use Cat5e or Cat6 cables in good condition to achieve 2.5Gbps speeds. Choose SFP+ transceivers that match your required fiber type and distance. Leave at least 5 cm clearance around the unit for passive cooling and avoid placing it inside fully enclosed cabinets without ventilation.