No they don't but they do tend to run hot.
james
"Zane H. Healy" wrote:
> OK, another networking question since while mostly off topic (the only part
> about it that is on, is the computers on the network) this list seems to
> have a high level of networking knowledge.
>
> Anyone around here familiar with Netgear hardware? I've got one of thier
> 4-port 10BaseT hubs, and the main things I like about it are the size, and
> the lack of noise. Since it doesn't have a fan it's quiet. On the other
> hand my Linksys hub is noisier than anything but the StorageWorks on my VMS
> cluster. I swear the hub is even noisier than my PDP-11/73 in a BA123!!!
>
> My thoughts are to put the Linksys hub in the garage, and get a quiet hub
> for in the house. I'm currently debating either a 8-port 10/100 Switch or
> Hub, and leaning towards the switch which looks to be about $100 more.
>
> I think I almost forgot my point :^) Do the Netgear 8-port 10/100 Switches
> and Hubs have fans in them? I kind of doubt that the slimline ones have
> one.
>
> Zane
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Received on Thu Oct 28 1999 - 11:37:07 BST