ASUS Announces XG-U2008

Slim and stylish 10-port unmanaged Ethernet switch features two next-generation 10G ports for extreme 10Gbps speeds

Taipei, Taiwan (22nd September, 2016) — ASUS today announced XG-U2008, a 10-port unmanaged Ethernet switch that includes two next-generation 10GBase-T (10G) ports for ultra-fast networking speeds of up to 10Gbps.
XG-U2008 is the first 10G-capable switch from ASUS, offering enterprise-level performance that is designed to meet the needs of small and medium businesses (SMBs), professional users or serious gamers who need to run bandwidth-intensive network applications or connect to the latest 10G wide-area-network (WAN) services, as well as connecting standard Gigabit Ethernet devices.

The slim and stylish XG-U2008 is robustly constructed and features our iconic spun-metal finish. It is rack-mountable, and offers easy plug-and-play operation with at-a-glance diagnostic LEDs. Standard RJ-45 ports ensure full compatibility with new and existing network devices, making it the perfect high-speed heart of any network.

Hyper-fast 10Gbps networking

ASUS XG-U2008 is one of the first switches to offer next-generation 10G networking capabilities outside the enterprise environment. The two 10G ports each deliver up to 10Gbps speeds — 10 times (10X) faster than Gigabit Ethernet — via standard RJ-45 cable connectors that also support 100/1000Mbps connections, making ultra-fast networking a reality for any business or home user who needs the ultimate network bandwidth for demanding applications. Examples of such applications include server-to-server interconnections, or backing up 10G-enabled PCs to a 10G-enabled server or NAS device. Additionally, with the emergence of 10G WAN services, users are fully ready to enjoy the benefit of these ultra-fast internet connections. XG-U2008 offers a future-proof solution for any busy network, while maintaining full backward compatibility with existing Ethernet standards.
XG-U2008 also provides standard Gigabit Ethernet convenience, with eight 1000Mbps ports that can be used to connect to any wired networking device.

Easy to use: No setup needed

XG-U2008 is designed for the ultimate ease of use, and requires absolutely no setup apart from powering up and connecting devices. Each port automatically configures itself as a WAN port or LAN port depending on the type of device that is connected.
To eliminate worries about network cable compatibility — an important factor for 10G operation — each 10G port has a handy three-color LED signal-quality indicator that shows cable diagnostic information. A blue light means that the cable supports full 10Gbps speeds, white indicates 1Gbps operation, and amber shows that the cable is not working. XG-U2008 also features front-mounted network activity LEDs for each port.

Slim and stylish design

With its attractive slim design and aluminum top, enhanced with our iconic spun-metal finish, there is no need to keep the XG-U2008 out of sight. Its slim dimensions and compact shape make it an attractive addition to any office or home. For larger offices, the optional space-saving rack-mount kit allows it to be fitted in a standard 19-inch bay.
The fanless design also eliminates noise and ensures a quiet and peaceful working environment.