looking for a 16-port fanless gigabit switch

[nalooti]

Hi,
The only switch roundup I found in the site (which I always consult before any networking purchase decision) is the $250 roundup dated back in 2007!

Is there any plan for a new roundup ?

I'm buying a 16-port gigabit switch and I liked the Dell PowerConnect 2716 (only the 2708 is reviewed in the roundup) because it is fanless and cheaper than the others. However, it seems Dell doesn't sell anymore the 2716 model.

What do you think of the 2716 ? Does it dissipate enough without a fan ? Does it become hot ?

Any other suggestion for a similar "fanless" 16-port 1 Gbps/port switch ?

Thanks
nalooti

 

[claykin]

How about the newer Dell 2816? Yes, its fanless. See tech spec page.

http://www.dell.com/us/business/p/powerconnect-2816/pd

 

[stevech]

Unless things have changed, Netgear's Professional line of switches have been good for years, e.g.,.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833122139

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