Cisco Expands Home Networking with Linksys E-Series Switches

PRESS RELEASE

Home Networking Leader Unveils New Switches for Providing High Performance and Simplicity for Connected Wired Devices

United Kingdom, May 9, 2011 - Cisco today reinforced its commitment to home networking with the launch of its new powerful and simple-to-use Linksys® E-Series switches for home office and entertainment use. The new switches deliver the power to expand home networks and easily connect wired devices such as computers, printers, storage devices, scanners, games consoles, and Internet enabled TVs. Complementing the Linksys E-Series routers, the new switches will offer a full range of options that set a standard for speed and ease of use.

Providing Powerful Connections While Saving Power

The new range of Linksys E-Series switches include features to enable faster and more simple wired connections. These include plug-and-play, eliminating the need for configuration, as well as Quality of Service (QoS) auto-sensing ports and power-saving features. The power-saving modes include auto power-down to disable unused ports, sleep mode when all ports are inactive and smart power for short cable runs. The switches are ideal for consumers or home office workers seeking an alternative to wireless, connections for multiple wired devices, or simply an extension of their existing network.

Linksys SE2500 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Features

• Connect up to five computers, printers, storage devices, gaming consoles and other wired devices
• Plug-and-play - no configuration required
• Gigabit power - up to 1000 Mbps, 10 times faster than standard Ethernet - perfect for quick file and media sharing between Gigabit devices
• QoS traffic prioritisation technology - auto sensing ports automatically optimise speed for each connected device
• Auto power-down features are designed to disable unused ports, sleep mode when all ports are inactive and smart power for short cable runs 

Linksys SE2800 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Features

• Connect up to eight computers, printers, storage devices, gaming consoles and other wired devices
• Plug-and-play - no configuration required
• Gigabit power - up to 1000 Mbps, 10 times faster than standard Ethernet - perfect for quick file and media sharing between Gigabit devices
• QoS traffic prioritisation technology - auto sensing ports automatically optimise speed for each connected device
• Auto power-down features are designed to disable unused ports, sleep mode when all ports are inactive and smart power for short cable runs 

"The new family of Linksys E-Series switches shows our commitment to develop home networking products that deliver the best possible entertainment and productivity experience," said Brett Wingo, general manager, Cisco Home Networking business unit. "The new switches provide consumers and home workers with the ability to easily expand their home network and benefit from multi-connected high-bandwidth wired office and entertainment devices."

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Pricing and Availability

The suggested retail prices for switches are from £34.99. The full line of switches is available at select retailers including Amazon and eBuyer or by visiting the Linksys website.

About Cisco

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide leader in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate. Cisco's vision for the consumer is to enable people to live a connected life that is more personal, more social, and more visual. Further information Linksys products, can be found at http://www.linksysbycisco.com/UK/en/home, and www.cisco.com/consumer.