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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

    2116 Products showing for Networking & WiFi

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    Exsys Serial Device Server, Ethernet Interface
    • RS Stock No. 309-569
    • Mfr. Part No. EX-SFP-0055
    Each
    TWD1,185.00
    Teltonika TAP WiFi
    • RS Stock No. 428-094
    • Mfr. Part No. TAP200
    Each
    TWD1,572.00
    Anybus AWB2000 Wifi Extender, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 65Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 100-598
    • Mfr. Part No. AWB2000-B
    Each
    TWD19,799.00
    Trendnet TPE-P521ES, Managed 5 Port Gigabit Switch With PoE
    • RS Stock No. 300-194
    • Mfr. Part No. TPE-P521ES
    Each
    TWD2,948.00
    Trendnet TPE-TG240G (UK), Unmanaged 24 Port Network Switch With PoE
    • RS Stock No. 401-621
    • Mfr. Part No. TPE-TG240G (UK)
    Each
    TWD15,255.00
    Trendnet TRENDnet Compatible RJ45 Copper SFP Transceiver Module, 10000Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 309-643
    • Mfr. Part No. TEG-10GBRJ
    Each
    TWD3,685.00
    Red Lion Controls SLX-8MS-1, Managed 8 Port Ethernet Switch RJ-45
    • RS Stock No. 287-8103
    • Mfr. Part No. SLX-8MS-1
    Each
    TWD32,172.00
    Red Lion NT24K Series DIN Rail Mount Ethernet Switch, 8 RJ45 Ports, 10/100/1000Mbit/s Transmission, 10 → 49V dc
    • RS Stock No. 212-545
    • Mfr. Part No. NT24K-8TX-PT
    Each
    TWD92,922.00
    Phoenix Contact ERS 1000 PSU, 22 → 30V dc dc Input
    • RS Stock No. 239-3651
    • Mfr. Part No. 1225200
    Each
    TWD38,548.00
    Wieland wieNET UMS 8, Unmanaged 8 Port Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 212-819
    • Mfr. Part No. 83.040.0001.0
    Each
    TWD8,121.00
    Brainboxes Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 240-7058
    • Mfr. Part No. SW-725
    1 Box of 1
    TWD7,688.00
    StarTech.com HP Compatible LC Single Mode Transceiver Module
    • RS Stock No. 197-5235
    • Mfr. Part No. J9151D-ST
    Each
    TWD16,570.00
    Siemens Blank
    • RS Stock No. 211-9081
    • Mfr. Part No. 6GK5992-4AS00-8AA0
    Each
    TWD23,511.00
    Helmholz GmbH & Co. KG LC Multi Mode SFP Transceiver Module, Half/Full Duplex, 1000Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 228-151
    • Mfr. Part No. 700-998-1AD01
    Each
    TWD4,608.00
    Trendnet LC Ethernet Media Converter, Single Mode, 1250Mbit/s, Full Duplex 40km
    • RS Stock No. 309-651
    • Mfr. Part No. TEG-MGBS40
    Each
    TWD2,211.00
    Trendnet TC Series Cat6 8 Port RJ45 Patch Panel Unshielded 44mm Black
    • RS Stock No. 309-626
    • Mfr. Part No. TC-P08C6
    Each
    TWD684.00
    Trendnet TEG-S16Dg, Network Switch 16 Port Network Switch
    • RS Stock No. 309-656
    • Mfr. Part No. TEG-S16DG
    Each
    TWD3,001.00
    Siemens Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 203-3674
    • Mfr. Part No. 6GK5213-3BB00-2AB2
    Each
    TWD63,184.00
    Red Lion Managed 18 Port Industrial Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 267-0587
    • Mfr. Part No. NT-5018-FX2-ST00
    Each
    TWD107,484.00
    Trendnet TI-PG80F, Managed 8 Port Gigabit Switch With PoE
    • RS Stock No. 300-153
    • Mfr. Part No. TI-PG80F
    Each
    TWD11,363.00
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