Switches

Network Switches

Imagine a power strip, but for the internet. Roughly speaking, but the essence is clear. A network switch is a device that takes one cable and distributes the network to many devices at once: computers, cameras, printers, TVs, access points. A router usually has four ports, but you need to connect twelve? That's where a switch comes into play. A switch and a network switch are the same thing, just different terms.

There are more and more devices in homes and offices. Smart homes, cameras, NAS, gaming consoles — everything wants to be on the network, preferably wired, because a wire is more stable than Wi-Fi. That's why an internet switch has turned from niche "IT hardware" into a common necessity. Especially where speed and reliability are important, rather than just "getting a signal."

Types of Switches

Let's break them down by type — there aren't many, but the difference is fundamental.

• Unmanaged switches. The simplest ones. Plug it into an outlet, connect the cables — it works. No settings. Buying a switch of this type is the fastest way to expand a network at home or in a small office. Cheap, reliable, no headache. For most people, this is exactly enough.
• Managed switches. A different story. A managed switch allows you to customize the network: split it into VLANs, manage traffic priorities (QoS), monitor the load, restrict access. Needed where the network is serious — office, warehouse, video surveillance. More complex, more expensive, but provides control that an unmanaged one will never give.
• Smart switches. The golden mean. Basic settings are available, but without the excessive complexity of corporate solutions. For a small business that needs a little more than "plug and forget," but doesn't need a full combine.
• PoE switches. A separate class that saves lives. PoE supplies power right through the network cable. That is, an IP camera or access point gets both internet and power through a single wire — without a separate outlet nearby. For video surveillance, this is simply a godsend: hang the camera under the roof, where there's no outlet anywhere near, — and it works.

How to Choose a Switch

A few guidelines so you don't get too little or too much.

• Number of ports. Count the devices and add a margin for the future. They come in 5, 8, 16, 24, 48 ports. If you buy "just enough" — you'll be buying again in half a year. Better to have a little margin.
• Port speed. Gigabit (1000 Mbps) is a reasonable minimum today. Old 100-megabit ones are still found, but that's the past. There are also 2.5G and 10G — for those who push heavy files over the local network.
• Managed or not. Home and small office — unmanaged, and don't worry. A serious network with video surveillance, segmentation, control — managed. Don't pay for features you won't use.
• Need for PoE. Planning cameras or access points? Get a PoE model and save yourself a lot of hassle with outlets and power supplies. Pay attention to the total power budget — so there's enough for all devices.
• Case and cooling. A metal case is more durable, passive cooling is quieter (no fan). For home, silence is important, for a server room — not so much.

I'll be blunt: people buy the cheapest "couple of ports" switch, and a month later they hit the limit and buy another one. It turns out more expensive and confusing. Count your needs honestly right away — you'll save both money and nerves.

Advantages of Switches from the Euro-Parts Catalog

The catalog has switches for any network: from simple home ones to managed corporate ones. Only original brands, only with a warranty.

• Wide selection: unmanaged, managed, Smart, PoE;
• Ports at 1G, 2.5G, 10G — for different speeds;
• Original with an official warranty and support;
• Consultation — we'll select a model for the number of devices and tasks;
• Solutions for both home and office or video surveillance.

Buying a network switch from us means getting a device that holds the network stably, and doesn't "drop off" at the worst moment.

Why You Should Order From Us

Delivery throughout Ukraine: Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odesa, Dnipro, Lviv, and other cities. Nova Poshta, courier, pickup — often on the day of the order. Convenient payment: online, upon receipt, non-cash payment for companies.

The goods are in stock, we keep prices adequate, there are promotions. Don't know how many ports you need or if you need PoE? Write to us — we'll calculate together, without unnecessarily pushing more expensive models.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a switch differ from a router?
A router distributes the internet and Wi-Fi and manages the network. A switch simply expands the number of wired ports — it takes one cable and distributes it to many devices. They are often used together: the router provides the internet, and the internet switch adds ports when they are scarce.

Do I need a managed or unmanaged switch?
For home and a small office — unmanaged: plug it in and it works, no settings. A managed switch is needed where control is required: network segmentation, traffic priorities, video surveillance. Don't pay for features you won't use.

Summary

A good switch means a stable network without drops, where all devices are connected by wire and work like a clock. A little thing that holds up the whole home or office. Choose a model, check the price and availability, or leave a request. Ready? Click "buy" — and you can buy a network switch from us today, with dispatch coming soon.