ProSafe 24-port 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch JFS524
Affordable Network Capacity

Data Sheet

Need a quantum leap in office network capability? NETGEAR delivers a cost-effective solution the JFS524. This unmanaged 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch provides expanded connectivity for small office networks so users no longer have to compete with each other for bandwidth. All of the essential features automatic speed and full/half duplex sensing, 200 Mbps throughput per port, Auto Uplink are included, but at an economical price that a value-conscious business owner cant ignore.

Frugal

Twenty-four ports of speed and capacity at a modest price, with no compromising on quality thats what you can expect from NETGEARs hardworking JFS524. Switched 10/100 Mbps ports provide private bandwidth for PCs, servers, or hubs, and support 200 Mbps of throughput. Each port delivers 200 Mbps of network speed in full-duplex mode. Ever-vigilant, the JFS524 begins to operate as soon as its powered on with no configuration required. All 24 ports deliver automatic speed and full/half duplex sensing, plus Auto Uplink, which adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables to make the right link. This rugged metal unit is conveniently compact for an uncluttered desktop or easy rack mounting. And it lets you easily intermix 10 and 100 Mbps devices within your unmanaged network.

Skillful

Obliging
Internet FVS318 VPN Firewall
JFS524 Switch Server with FA311 PCI Adapter

Key: 10 Mbps 100 Mbps

Server PCs with Gigabit PCI Adapter GA311

PS101 Print Server

TECHNICAL S U P P O R T*

24 / 7

1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) Email: info@NETGEAR.com
ProSafe 24-port 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch

Technical Specifications

Network Ports or 100 Mbps RJ-45 ports Performance (64 byte packets) Store-and-forward packet switching Forward rate (10 Mbps) 14,800 packet per sec. Forward rate (100 Mbps) 148,000 packet per sec. Latency (10 to 100 Mbps) 20 usec max MAC addresses 4,000 Queue buffer KBytes 320 Mean time between failures (MTBF): 110,000 hours (~13 years) Physical Specifications Dimensions (h x w x d): 43 x 330 x 202 mm (1.7 x 13 x 8 in) Weight: 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) AC Power 15W maximum Auto-sensing 100 to 240V, 50/60 Hz Localized plug for North America, Japan, UK, Europe, Australia Standards Compliance IEEE 802.3i 10BASE-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Compatible with all major network software Status LEDs Unit: Power Per network port: 10 or 100 Mbps operations, Rx/Tx and collision, link, half/full duplex Electromagnetic Emissions CE mark, commercial FCC Part 15 Class EN 55022 (CISPR 22), Class A VCCI Class A C-Tick MIC Environmental Specifications Operating temperature: 0 to 40 C Operating humidity: 80% max. relative humidity, non-condensing Safety Agency Approvals UL listed (UL 1950)/CUL

JFS524

ProSupport Service Packs Available
OnCall 24x7, Category 1 PMB0331-100 (US) PMB0331 (non-US) XPressHW, Category 1 PRR0331

Package Contents

ProSafe 24-Port 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch (JFS524) Power cord Rack-mount kit User guide Warranty card Support card

Ordering Information

North America: JFS524NA Europe: JFS524-100EUS Asia: JFS524AU Japan: JFS524JP

Warranty

NETGEAR Lifetime Warranty
350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1911 USA 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) E-mail: info@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com
2008 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer Logo, Connect with Innovation, FrontView, IntelliFi, PowerShift, ProSafe, RAIDar, RAIDiator, X-RAID, RangeMax, ReadyNAS and Smart Wizard are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective holder(s). Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved. *Free basic installation support provided for 90 days from date of purchase. Advanced product features and configurations are not included in free basic installation support; optional premium support available.

Lifetime warranty for product purchased after 05/01/2007. For product purchased before 05/01/2007, warranty is 2 years. D-JFS524-2

High-powered,

low-cost performance

24 Port 10/100 Mbps

Fast Ethernet Switch

JFS524

Need a quantum leap in office network capability? N E T G E A R delivers a cost-effective solution the JFS524. This unmanaged 10/100 Fast Ethernet switch provides expanded connectivity for small office networks so users no longer have to compete with each other for bandwidth. All of the essential features automatic speed and full/half duplex sensing, 200 Mbps throughput per port, Auto Uplink are included, but at an economical price that a value-conscious business owner cant ignore.

FRUGAL

Twenty-four ports of speed and capacity at a modest price, with no compromising on quality thats what you can expect from NETGEAR's hardworking JFS524.

SKILLFUL

Switched 10/100 ports provide private bandwidth for PCs, servers, or hubs, and support 200 Mbps of throughput. Each port delivers 200 Mbps of network speed in full-duplex mode.
Ever-vigilant, the JFS524 begins to operate as soon as its powered on with no configuration required. All 24 ports deliver automatic speed and full/half duplex sensing, plus Auto Uplink, which adjusts for straight-through or crossover cables to make the right link. Help is there when you need it! NETGEAR provides free, 7x24 telephone and e-mail technical support in English, with selected local language support during office hours. w w w. N E T G E A R. c o m

OBLIGING

This rugged metal unit is conveniently compact for an uncluttered desktop or easy rack mounting. And it lets you easily intermix 10 and 100 Mbps devices within your unmanaged network.
N E T G E A R Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com
In-Country Phone Support (24x7 phone support in English, local language support during ofce hours.)
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NETGEAR is a trademark of NETGEAR, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved. March 2002

JFS524 Switch

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T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
Network Ports or 100 Mbps RJ-45 ports Performance (64 byte packets) Store-and-forward packet switching Forward rate (10 Mbps) 14,800 packet per sec. Forward rate (100 Mbps) 148,000 packet per sec. Latency (10 to 100 Mbps) 20 usec max MAC addresses 4,000 Queue buffer KBytes 320 Weight 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) Dimensions W 330 mm (13) D 202 mm (8) H 43 mm (1.7) AC Power 15W maximum Auto-sensing 100 to 240V, 50/60 Hz Localized plug for North America, Japan, UK, Europe, Australia Standards Compliance IEEE 802.3i 10BASE-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Compatible with all major network software
Status LEDs Unit: power Per network port: 10 or 100 Mbps operations, Rx/Tx and collision, link, half/full duplex Electromagnetic Emissions CE mark, commercial FCC Part 15 Class A EN (CISPR 22), Class A VCCI Class A C-Tick MIC Environmental Specifications Operating temperature: 0 to 40 C Operating humidity: 80% max. relative humidity, noncondensing Safty Agency Approvals UL listed (UL 1950)/CUL TUV licensed (EN 60 950) Warranty 2 years

PA C K A G E C O N T E N T S
Switch unit Power cord Rack-mount kit User guide Warranty card Support card

QUALITY

D-JFS524-001

LISTED ITE E151382 4C93

ISO-IS

O -9 0

1 I S O- 90

ISO-9001

REGISTERED

01 IS O-900

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