TP-Link’s 5-Port Gigabit Switch has QoS + runs quietly at under $18 (Save 30%)

Under $18

Amazon is offering the TP-Link 5-Port Gigabit Switch for $17.81 Prime shipped. If you are not a Prime member, orders that exceed $25 will qualify for free shipping. That’s 30% off the typical rate there and within $1 of the lowest price we have tracked. This Ethernet switch serves as a simple way to expand wired, reliable, and speedy network connectivity. It supports Quality-of-Service which prevents bandwidth from being hogged by just one device, which can cause a bottleneck for others. Sturdy, compact metal casing is used throughout and owners are bound to appreciate a quiet, fan-less design. Rated 4.4/5 stars.

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TP-Link 5-Port Gigabit Switch features:

• 5-Gigabit ports provide instant large file transfers
• 15K jumbo frame improves performance of large data transfers
• Effective network monitoring via port mirroring, loop prevention and cable Diagnostics
• Abundant VLAN features improve network security via traffic segmentation
• Igmp snooping optimizes multicast applications
• Port and tag-based QoS enable smooth latency-sensitive traffic