Eight-port gigabit switch allows you to easily upgrade your network to achieve gigabit transfer speeds. Gigabit switch is ideal for dial-up Internet connections, providing the backbone for sharing e-mail, printers, files, multiplayer games and hard drives. One computer connects to the modem and the gigabit switch to become the Internet access point for all your connected computers. Using Internet Connection Sharing Software, share your dial-up Internet access with up to four additional computers. To expand your network, simply add more gigabit switches through the featured uplink port. Installs quickly and offers convenient backward-compatibility. Auto-senses and adjusts for network speed and cabling type automatically for easy integration into your existing 10/100 Ethernet network. Features compact form factor, durable metal chassis, and fanless design for quiet assimilation into home or small-office environments.