Chord Company English Electric 8Switch 8-port GbE Ethernet Switch

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Chord Company English Electric 8Switch 8-port GbE Ethernet Switch

Name: Chord Company English Electric 8Switch 8-port GbE Ethernet Switch
SKU: 8Switch_EthernetSwt
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$927.00

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Categories: Accessories, Audio Accessories, Isolation Components SKU: 8Switch_EthernetSwt

Why 8Switch?

In the world of streaming music, there is a belief that digital signals by their nature are immune to the failings of analogue transmission – but it’s not that simple – and even the most hardened digital sceptic may be surprised at what can be achieved with a high specification Ethernet switch.

Listening to streamed music is not just about measurements and numbers. While both elements have important roles during product design and development, the real test for music lovers is how it sounds…

The 8switch by English Electric (a Chord Company brand), is an 8 port GbE Ethernet switch modified and upgraded to our specific requirements for high-performance music streaming networks.

Have a listen and test it yourself!

Casing & Power Supply

The machined aluminium enclosure offers excellent protection from both acoustic and electrical noise.

The minimal LED display on the front panel includes power, alarm and the link status/speed for each of the 8 ports.

The AV-grade power adaptor has been designed to reduce electrical noise from AC power and prevent mains quality issues from affecting the network signals. It also boasts high power efficiency, a no-load power consumption < 0.075W and protection from short circuit, overload and over-voltage.

Switches require high speed power supplies so we could not opt for a linear power source due to their speed limitations. We set about improving the power signal by using an extremely high-quality wall supply. This clean supply permits an optimum quality network signal, driven by high-accuracy TCXO clock technology.

Features & Specifications

Ethernet and connectivity

Ports: 8 x audio-grade gigabit Ethernet ports (100/1000 Base-T)
Function: Connects to LAN (port IN) and audio/video devices (ports 1-7)

Clock and power

Internal Clock: Customized Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) with an accuracy of 0.1ppm
Power Supply: Advanced medical-grade 5V DC power supply
Power Input: 5.5mm x 2.1mm DC input, tip carries +5V

Design and build

Enclosure: Machined aluminum casework with an EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) absorber
LEDs: Pinpoint LEDs on the front panel for power, alarm, and link/speed status for each port
Weight: 422g (15oz)