NETGEAR 10/100 Mbps 16 port fast ethernet switch JFS516 with power cord
Bottom line: The NETGEAR 10/100 Mbps 16 port fast ethernet switch JFS516 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the lan-party gear category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
Power Cord included.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored NETGEAR 10/100 Mbps 16 port fast ethernet switch JFS516 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the lan-party gear category. NETGEAR's lan-party gear lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Full Specifications
| ports | 16 |
|---|---|
| management | Unmanaged |
| speed_mbps | 100 |
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