8/14/2009
D-Link unveils power-saving 8-port switch-New switch saves up to 84% in power consumption
South East Asia
D-Link International, one of the worlds biggest suppliers of network products and the first networking company to introduce green technology, today expanded its leadership role in the development of energy-saving products and initiatives. It is introducing the second generation D-Link 8-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch DGS-1008D, which provides up to 84% reduced power consumption* without sacrificing network performance.
The DGS-1008D is one of four environmentally friendly small office/home office (SOHO) unmanaged gigabit switches that will be launched this year with newly enhanced power-saving features, including a power supply that is ENERGY STAR-compliant. Already available is the next-generation D-Link 5-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch DGS-1005D.
This second generation release of the D-Link Green switches is part of an award-winning company-wide D-Link Green Technology initiative that includes manufacturing environmentally responsible products, eco-friendly packaging and optimizing devices for ENERGY STAR compliance.
"Our goal is to maintain industry leadership as a pioneer of green networking technology by building in even more energy-saving features into our products without sacrificing performance," said Mr Desmond Toh, Marketing Director, D-Link International Pte Ltd. "We plan to continue the momentum of success we have realized with our first generation green products as we seek new avenues that protect the environment and help our customers save money in the process."
D-Link Green Technology conserves power when links are idle
Even when a computer is shut down, switches often remain on and continue to consume considering amounts of power. With the D-Link Green Technology, which is able to recognize when a port is active or inactive and adjust the power consumption accordingly, the new switches can detect when a computer is turned off and respond accordingly by powering down into standby mode and reducing power used for that port.
D-Link Green Technology optimized power usage based on dynamic detection of cable length
Normally, switches send full power to the cables regardless of the actual length. With the D-Link Green Technology, which is capable of altering power usage in relation to the length of the cable, the switches are able to analyse the cables length and adjust power accordingly, without any loss of performance. Since the cable length used by home/SOHO users is usually less than 20m, power consumption can be significantly reduced.
D-Link Green Technology - RoHS & WEEE compliant
The incorporation of D-Link Green Technology into these second generation switches emphasizes yet again D-Links strong commitment to protecting the environment, and leading the development of eco-friendly products that comply with RoHS (Restruction of Hazardous Substances) and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directives. The RoHS directive restricts the use of specific hazardous materials during the manufacture of electrical and electronic goods while WEEE applies standards for proper disposal and recycling of products.
D-Links commitment to making its products more energy efficient is being appreciated by leading industry watchers. D-Link was recently named a finalist in the 2009 Consumer Electronics Associations (CEA) annual Mark of Excellence Awards competition for its Green Technology policies.
Price and Availability
The D-Link 8-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch DGS-1008D is available at authorized retailers, resellers and distribution partners in quarter four 2009.
* Maximum power savings when compared to a D-Link conventional switch, when all ports are inactive over a 24-hour period.
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