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    Networking & WiFi

    Network connectivity, namely the ability of connecting different parts of a network together, is responsible for the functioning of most electronic devices nowadays. We stock an expert range of products that enable networking and connectivity which include wired and wireless modems and routers, Bluetooth adapters and firewalls. Many of these are found within the RS Pro brand - giving you the choice to cut cost, but not the quality.

    What is a router?

    A router is an electronic device responsible for enabling the connection, (either wired or wireless), between multiple computer networks.

    The main components of a router are the processor, (also known as CPU - central processor unit), a digital memory and input/output interfaces that allow the signal to be received and transmitted.

    The memory of a router contains a part called the routing table, which stores the information about configuration and thus filters the incoming and outgoing traffic, based on the network origins and destinations.

    The first routers on the market used to enable connection only via ethernet ports, but nowadays most of them are wireless routers, which allow smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices to join the same computer network without the need for an ethernet cable.

    To enable both large scale and domestic network connectivity we also provide industrial routers, modem routers and Wi-Fi routers.

    Are routers also modems?

    Routers and modems are often confused because they are both computing peripherals and tend to look similar - yet they perform different functions. A router will typically enable access to a LAN (local network), but not necessarily to the Internet. To do so, it must be used in conjunction with a modem, which in turn provides connection to the ISP (Internet Service Provider).

    Despite being separate devices, responsible for different functions, routers and modems are often combined into one electronic device called a gateway to simplify the network connectivity.

    What is an adapter used for?

    In addition to routers, modems and related accessories, we also provide a wide range of adapters. When it comes to computer networking, adapters are a great solution to extend the capability of portable devices connecting to a Wi-Fi network. They can provide high speed, without the need for installing external hardware.

    We offer:

    • Bluetooth Adapters: they allow to connect Bluetooth devices to your computer, such as keyboards, mice, speakers and so on.
    • Powerline Adapters: perfect to create high speed connection when no Internet is available or the coverage is too weak, directly from a socket.
    • Wireless Adapters & Wi-Fi Dongles: they enable non-wired connection between a wireless router and non-wireless devices such as TVs.
    • Interface Adapters
    AV Patch Panels
    AV Patch Panels
    Ethernet Media Converters
    Ethernet Media Converters
    Fibre Optic Patch Panel Accessories
    Fibre Optic Patch Panel Accessories
    Fibre Optic Patch Panels
    Fibre Optic Patch Panels
    Fibre SFP Transceiver Modules
    Fibre SFP Transceiver Modules
    Modems
    Modems
    Network Hubs
    Network Hubs
    Network Switches
    Network Switches
    RJ Patch Panel Modules & Accessories
    RJ Patch Panel Modules & Accessories
    RJ Patch Panels
    RJ Patch Panels
    Routers
    Routers
    Serial Device Servers
    Serial Device Servers
    USB Extenders
    USB Extenders
    Video Extenders
    Video Extenders
    Wireless Access Points
    Wireless Access Points

    2386 Products showing for Networking & WiFi

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    TP-Link Managed 8 Port Smart Switch With PoE
    • RS Stock No. 255-8446
    • Mfr. Part No. TL-SG2210P
    Each
    SGD235.90
    Weidmüller Unmanaged 16 x RJ45 Port Network Switch
    • RS Stock No. 287-4745
    • Mfr. Part No. 2682150000
    Each
    SGD629.69
    TP-Link Unmanaged 8 Port Ethernet Switch, Type G - British 3-Pin
    • RS Stock No. 255-8443
    • Mfr. Part No. TL-SG108
    Each
    SGD96.09
    WAGO 5 Port Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 240-8015
    • Mfr. Part No. 852-111
    Each
    SGD241.00
    Brainboxes Ethernet Media Converter
    • RS Stock No. 789-8138
    • Mfr. Part No. ED-008
    Each
    SGD210.63
    Phoenix Contact RS4004, 2 Ports
    • RS Stock No. 801-7261
    • Mfr. Part No. 2700198
    Each
    SGD3,052.25
    RS PRO 12 Port Fibre Optic Patch Panel, 1U
    • RS Stock No. 121-3965
    Each
    SGD78.55
    Phoenix Contact Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 243-9619
    • Mfr. Part No. 1085177
    Each
    SGD141.07
    Robustel R2000 2G, 3G, 4G, Ethernet, WiFi, 2 Ports
    • RS Stock No. 123-6251
    • Mfr. Part No. R2000-Starter KIT
    Each
    SGD920.39
    WAGO Unmanaged 5 Port Industrial Ethernet Switch RJ-45
    • RS Stock No. 279-2410
    • Mfr. Part No. 852-1417
    Each
    SGD793.94
    D-Link 5-Port Fast Ethernet Switch, Unmanaged 5 Port Ethernet Switch, EU
    • RS Stock No. 135-310
    • Mfr. Part No. DES-105/E
    Each
    SGD40.35
    D-Link 8-Port Fast Ethernet Switch, Unmanaged 8 Port Network Switch, UK
    • RS Stock No. 760-4003
    • Mfr. Part No. DES-108/B
    Each
    SGD82.04
    StarTech.com MSA Compatible RJ45 Copper Transceiver Module, Full Duplex, 1000Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 186-3950
    • Mfr. Part No. SFP1000TXST
    Each
    SGD101.95
    D-Link EAGLE PRO AI N300 4G Smart Router 4G LTE, 5 Ports
    • RS Stock No. 266-1784
    • Mfr. Part No. G403/B
    Each
    SGD293.59
    RS PRO 1 USB 1.1 Extender, up to 45m Extension Distance
    • RS Stock No. 229-9957
    Each
    SGD42.79
    RS PRO RJ45, SFP Ethernet Media Converter, Multi Mode, 10/100/1000Mbit/s 500m
    • RS Stock No. 272-5966
    Each
    SGD139.27
    Ewon Ewon Cosy+
    • RS Stock No. 250-2724
    • Mfr. Part No. EC71330_00MA
    Each
    SGD1,047.26
    D-Link 16-Port Fast Ethernet Unmanaged Desktop Switch, Unmanaged 16 Port Ethernet Switch, UK
    • RS Stock No. 820-0217
    • Mfr. Part No. DES-1016D/B
    Each
    SGD122.66
    TP-Link Unmanaged 16 Port Ethernet Switch With PoE
    • RS Stock No. 255-8448
    • Mfr. Part No. TL-SL1218MP
    Each
    SGD266.38
    RS PRO Unmanaged 5 Port Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 144-8673
    Each
    SGD218.72
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