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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

    2220 Products showing for Networking & WiFi

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    Weidmuller Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 893-6812
    • Mfr. Part No. 1240940000
    Each
    TWD27,093.00
    Phoenix Contact 6 Port LC Multimode Duplex Fibre Optic Patch Panel With 2 Ports Populated
    • RS Stock No. 175-1786
    • Mfr. Part No. 1019710
    Each
    TWD9,237.00
    StarTech.com RJ45, SC Media Converter, Multi Mode, 10/100/1000Mbit/s, Full Duplex 550m
    • RS Stock No. 179-7999
    • Mfr. Part No. MCMGBSCMM055
    Each
    TWD5,200.00
    Telegartner 6 Port ST Multimode Duplex Fibre Optic Patch Panel With 6 Ports Populated
    • RS Stock No. 773-9433
    • Mfr. Part No. H82050K0001
    Each
    TWD10,438.00
    Phoenix Contact Serial Device Server, 1 Ethernet Port, 1 Serial Port, RS232, RS422, RS485 Interface
    • RS Stock No. 201-6248
    • Mfr. Part No. 2702758
    Each
    TWD12,294.00
    Phoenix Contact EP6400, Network Switch 16 Port Network Switch
    • RS Stock No. 519-446
    • Mfr. Part No. 1574601
    Each
    TWD155,058.00
    Siemens Managed Switch 17 Port Network Switch
    • RS Stock No. 272-6673
    • Mfr. Part No. 6GK5216-0BA00-2AC2
    Each
    TWD54,009.00
    Advantech EKI-2728, Unmanaged 8 Port Industrial Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 285-7462
    • Mfr. Part No. EKI-2728
    Each
    TWD10,278.00
    Siemens Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 203-3675
    • Mfr. Part No. 6GK5526-8GR00-4AR2
    Each
    TWD364,103.00
    NewLink 4 Port USB 2.0 over CATx Extender, up to 150m Extension Distance
    • RS Stock No. 280-0600
    • Mfr. Part No. USB2-EXT4P
    Each
    TWD4,422.00
    Aten 1 USB 2.0 CAT 5 Extender, up to 60m Extension Distance
    • RS Stock No. 285-4508
    • Mfr. Part No. UCE260
    Each
    TWD5,226.00
    StarTech.com RJ45, SFP Ethernet Media Converter, Single Mode, Multi Mode, 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 1000 Mbps, Full Duplex
    • RS Stock No. 221-7269
    • Mfr. Part No. IMC1GSFP60W
    Each
    TWD14,847.00
    Edimax GS-1016 V2, Unmanaged 16 Port Gigabit Switch, UK
    • RS Stock No. 272-3473
    • Mfr. Part No. GS-1016 V2
    Each
    TWD4,637.00
    StarTech.com RJ45 Media Converter, Full Duplex 100m
    • RS Stock No. 186-3924
    • Mfr. Part No. POEINJ1GW
    Each
    TWD6,096.00
    Hager GPS Modem
    • RS Stock No. 250-5814
    • Mfr. Part No. TXE531
    Each
    TWD43,671.00
    StarTech.com HPE Compatible LC Multi Mode SFP Transceiver Module, Full Duplex, 10000Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 280-4481
    • Mfr. Part No. 0231A0A6-ST
    Each
    TWD6,607.00
    RS PRO 2 Port Simplex Termination Box
    • RS Stock No. 121-3978
    Each
    TWD154.00
    StarTech.com Cisco Compatible RJ45 Single Mode Transceiver Module, Full Duplex, 10/100/1000Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 186-3961
    • Mfr. Part No. MASFP1GBTXST
    Each
    TWD2,439.00
    StarTech.com QSFP+ QSFP+ breakout cable Module, 40Gbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 280-4693
    • Mfr. Part No. QSFPMM2M
    Each
    TWD5,580.00
    Aten ES0154-AX-E, Managed 54 Port Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 191-684
    • Mfr. Part No. ES0154-AX-E
    Each
    TWD76,250.00
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