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Linksys SE2500 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Brand | Linksys |
Number of Ports | 5 |
Included Components | Ethernet Switch^AC Power Adapter^Quick Start Guide |
Color | Black |
Compatible Devices | Desktop |
About this item
- Auto sensing ports automatically optimize speed for each connected device
- Enjoy the high performance provided by Quality of Service (QoS) traffic prioritization technology
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Easy to install | 4.8 | — | — | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.8 |
Quality of material | 4.4 | — | — | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.8 |
Durability | 4.4 | — | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | — |
Tech Support | 4.3 | — | — | 4.6 | — | 4.4 |
Value for money | 4.2 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.6 | — |
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Product Dimensions | 4.29 x 6.06 x 1.14 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.8 ounces |
ASIN | B004TLIVBQ |
Item model number | SE2500-NP |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,614 in Computer Networking Switches |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 4, 2011 |
Manufacturer | Linksys |
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Product Description
Product Description
The Linksys E1500 combines fast speed (up to 300 Mbps), extended range, and amplified signal strength to offer enhanced performance for everyday wireless activities. A MIMO antenna array provides expanded range for your wireless network, and SpeedBoost technology increases signal strength across greater distances for maximum wireless coverage and in home mobility. WPA/WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall help keep your network protected. Plus, included Cisco Connect software gets you set up in three easy steps and offers powerful tools for ongoing management of your network.
From the Manufacturer
The Linksys SE2500 offers Gigabit speeds
plus a next-generation industrial design
(see larger image)
The Linksys SE2500 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch easily expands your home network at powerful Gigabit speeds of up to 1000 Mbps—10x faster than standard Ethernet. The SE2500 is plug-and-play, so no configuration is required. Simply connect computers, printers, storage, game consoles and other devices and instantly enjoy quick file transfers and media sharing between Gigabit devices. Quality of Service (QoS) traffic prioritization technology automatically optimizes performance for each connected device, so you can enjoy smooth video streaming and gaming. Power-saving features include auto power-down of unused ports, sleep mode when all ports are inactive and smart power for short cable runs.
See how the SE2500 stacks up against the Linksys SE1500 and SE2800 switches below.
Key Features
Benefits of Gigabit
Upgrade your current Ethernet network to the power of Gigabit and improve your network performance. Get speeds up to 1000 Mbps, 10x faster than standard Ethernet—perfect for quick file and media sharing between Gigabit devices.
Quality of Service
QoS traffic prioritization technology delivers high performance so you can enjoy smooth video streaming and gaming. Auto-sensing ports automatically optimize speed for each connected device.
Plug & Play
This compact switch is designed to conserve desktop space and is easy to use—no configuration required. Simply connect computers, HDTVs, game consoles, media players and more to instantly expand your home network.
Power Saving
Includes special features for optimal power efficiency:
- Auto power-down disables unused ports
- Sleep mode when all ports are inactive
- Smart power for short cable runs
- Port status switch to control LED lights
The rear of the Linksys SE2500 with five Gigabit Ethernet ports
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Customers like the performance, ease of installation, value, and speed of the networking device. They mention that it works well for a dumb switch, the setup is quite easy, and the management is fairly easy. They appreciate the appearance. However, some customers have mixed opinions on quality, connectivity, and portability.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the router. They say it works well, is easy to install, and has had absolutely no problems. The router is easy and fast to configure through its web interface, and it can be used for a variety of purposes. Customers are also impressed that it works exactly as advertised and does not require restarts.
"...Ethernet Switch offers great value for the money and can be used for a variety of purposes.Pros:Works exactly as advertised..." Read more
"...So, to sum up, for the price this is a true bargain. A great quality product that has won my loyalty and the loyalty of many friends and relatives." Read more
"...I had read on the BEFSR41 indicated a very solid product that performs well and is easy to install following the instructions provided...." Read more
"This router is absolutely fantastic! At first I was having all kinds of trouble because my DSL connection uses PPPoE with dynamic IP addressing...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the router to be easy. They mention that the setup process is straightforward, and the management of the device is straightforward as well. They appreciate the web interface, which allows them to setup most common settings. They also appreciate the ease of wiring their computers to the router, and adding additional computers to their network.
"...Pros:Works exactly as advertisedSimple plug and play set-upCan be used on multiple devices and for a variety of purposes..." Read more
"...features than what most small office networks need, and is still very intuitive. The web interface makes changing options a pleasure...." Read more
"...Once you have it, it seems to explain itself, and is extremely easy to configure. A great device to add to your office or home network...." Read more
"...No settings changing needed. Cool.Then we sigh and say, better find out what we have to do to the other Mac (a G4 running OS9)...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the networking device. They mention that it is the right product, at the right price, and easy to set up.
"The Linksys SE1500 5-Port Fast Ethernet Switch offers great value for the money and can be used for a variety of purposes.Pros:..." Read more
"...The seller had the product I wanted and dirt cheap, the shipping was very fast, and the product exactly as described and worked perfectly...." Read more
"Excellent managed switch, good value for money" Read more
"...The cost difference is generally minimal and it is amazing how often you'll find you grow over time and it's far less expensive to get a bigger..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the speed of the router. They mention that it is fantastic, the speed is incredible, and it improved their DSL performance. The uptime is good, and the high-speed cable through the router allows for a secure and fast network connection.
"...Speeds up to 100 MbpsPower saving featureAutomatic speed optimizationAutomatic power down on unused ports..." Read more
"...More ports! One more thing. The uptime is good...." Read more
"...My experience is just the opposite -- fast, friendly, efficient, courteous -- and no American support person could have improved on it...." Read more
"...This router is fantastic and the speed is incredible! It is the best router you can get for the price in my opinion...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the networking device. They mention it's a good looking product that works well, has a nice unobtrusive design, and the light off bottom is a thoughtful design. Some mention that the color matches Sony VAIO quite well.
"...arrangement since it is stable (even when the cats walk past), neat looking and easy to get access to the cables for adjustments...." Read more
"...Easy install, good features, reliable performance, durable case, nice-looking case, overall A+ in my book...." Read more
"...It's a very handsome piece of equipment. The lights on the front have proven very useful, plus makes for a nice light show!..." Read more
"...Also let me state that the picture is a little deceiving...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the switch. Some mention it's a well-built switch, reliable, and solid, while others say that they started to see a degradation in their service and that they received a defective router. Some customers also say that the switch barely lasted a year and that the problem was a bad circuit board.
"...Electronically the switch is flawless. It boots up almost instantly and has screaming speed...." Read more
"...About the size of a desktop radio, it is perfect for a home office (which is what I have)...." Read more
"...I started to see a degradation in my service and thought since my switch was almost 5 years old and thought it was the culprit...." Read more
"Excellent managed switch, good value for money" Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the product. Some mention that the connectivity and thru-put are optimal, and totally stable with simultaneous LAN, Internet, VPN, and that the installation program was extremely simple. Others say that they had frequent loss of connectivity, with the entire web connection stopping and the router saying it couldn't establish connection to the Internet.
"...Yes, it is very good, yes it gives four computers 100MB speed at one and I am so thrilled...." Read more
"...Since I wanted to use my laptop computer, and there was no wireless connection available, I wasn't sure what to do...." Read more
"...The nice thing about a switch is that it lets all computers and devices have full internet speed rather than dividing the stream by how many..." Read more
"...And when I did proceed to connect the router physically, the internet was inaccessible and the installation program would not work...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the portability of the switch. Some mention that it gave them the extra ports they needed, while others say that it doesn't have enough internet ports. Some customers also mention that the ports are auto sense for uplink, speed, and duplex.
"...Automatic speed optimizationAutomatic power down on unused portsCompact, low profile designExcellent value for the money..." Read more
"...problem seems to randomly affect one of the 16 ports and that port becomes inoperative, yet the port's indicator lights indicate there is still a..." Read more
"...Both DHCP and static IP's can be utilized. Port forwarding is another great feature, for anyone wishing to run a server that can be accessed..." Read more
"...One port was dead from the very start, still have 3 good ones though; what happened with quality control Linksys?..." Read more
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Pros:
Works exactly as advertised
Simple plug and play set-up
Can be used on multiple devices and for a variety of purposes
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Power saving feature
Automatic speed optimization
Automatic power down on unused ports
Compact, low profile design
Excellent value for the money
Cons:
None
When I went to visit my mother-in-law in Florida, I discovered that she had purchased a medical alert bracelet that required an Internet connection. The main unit for the medical device, required that the single Ethernet cable she had, be plugged into the back of the unit. Since I wanted to use my laptop computer, and there was no wireless connection available, I wasn't sure what to do. My brother-in-law, who lives in the same condo complex, let me use his computer to search for something on Amazon that would solve the problem. After searching for a while; I came across this Ethernet switch made by Lynksys and made the purchase.
Setting it up couldn't have been easier. First I plugged the Ethernet switch into a wall outlet. Than, I removed the main Ethernet cable from the medical device and plugged it into port number one on the switch. Next, I plugged the medical device into port number two. Finally, I plugged my laptop into port number three. The only extra items that I had to purchase were two 6' Ethernet cables which I used for the medical device and my laptop computer. The entire set-up took less than 5 minutes and the results were exactly what I had hoped for. I'm able to use my laptop computer at the same time that my mother-in-law's medical device is in use. Linksys, which is known for making great products, has another winner here.
One more thing. The uptime is good. Only once have I had a problem, which I never had the chance to really troubleshoot because it stopped occurring. What happened was this: About every 5 minutes I would lose internet access, but upon logging into the router and checking the status, it would say it was connected. Not until I would manually reset the router would I have internet access again. This happened repeatedly for about a full day, out of the blue. But then the problem stopped, just as quickly as it came. I haven't had the same problem again. My own linksys is about a year old and is still in great shape. So, to sum up, for the price this is a true bargain. A great quality product that has won my loyalty and the loyalty of many friends and relatives.
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Reviewed in Canada on July 21, 2023