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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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    Siemens SCALANCE MUM853-1 4 Port Wireless Access Point, 10/100/1000Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 267-5899
    • Mfr. Part No. 6GK5853-2EA00-2DA1
    Each
    TWD92,374.00
    Schneider Electric ConneXium - Ethernet Series DIN Rail Mount Network Hub, 8 RJ45 Ports, 24V
    • RS Stock No. 272-7497
    • Mfr. Part No. MCSESU083FN0
    Each
    TWD14,370.00
    Phoenix Contact
    • RS Stock No. 802-7779
    • Mfr. Part No. 1689433
    Each
    TWD146.00
    RS PRO Cat6 RJ45 Jack, STP Shielding
    • RS Stock No. 556-493
    Each
    TWD262.00
    D-Link 5-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Desktop Switch, Unmanaged 5 Port Switch, EU
    • RS Stock No. 136-3017
    • Mfr. Part No. DGS-1005D/E
    Each
    TWD723.00
    StarTech.com LC, RJ45 Media Converter, Single Mode, 10/100/1000Mbit/s, Half/Full Duplex 40km
    • RS Stock No. 138-5596
    • Mfr. Part No. ET1000S40LC2
    Each
    TWD29,939.00
    Siemens SCALANCE W788-2 2 x M12 Port Wireless Access Point, IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n, 10/100Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 256-0862
    • Mfr. Part No. 6GK57882FC000AC0
    Each
    TWD76,377.00
    Siemens Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 282-3340
    • Mfr. Part No. 6GK5204-0GA00-1UF2
    Each
    TWD41,102.00
    Helmholz GmbH & Co. KG 700-850-8PS01, Managed 8 Port Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 228-184
    • Mfr. Part No. 700-850-8PS01
    Each
    TWD17,406.00
    Ixxat CAN@net NT 200, 2 Ports
    • RS Stock No. 226-2752
    • Mfr. Part No. 1.01.0332.20000
    Each
    TWD20,140.00
    RS PRO 12 Port Fibre Optic Patch Panel, 1U
    • RS Stock No. 121-3965
    Each
    TWD1,714.00
    Siemens Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 282-3362
    • Mfr. Part No. 6GK5334-3TS01-2AR3
    Each
    TWD185,684.00
    TP-Link LS1008G, Unmanaged 8 Port Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 275-3531
    • Mfr. Part No. LS1008G
    Each
    TWD682.00
    StarTech.com RJ45, SFP Ethernet Media Converter, Single Mode, Multi Mode, 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, Full Duplex 100m
    • RS Stock No. 221-7266
    • Mfr. Part No. IMC100MSFP
    Each
    TWD6,395.00
    Telegartner 6 Port LC Single Mode Duplex Fibre Optic Patch Panel With 6 Ports Populated
    • RS Stock No. 773-9443
    • Mfr. Part No. H82050E0005
    Each
    TWD14,452.00
    StarTech.com Juniper Compatible LC Single Mode Transceiver Module
    • RS Stock No. 197-5245
    • Mfr. Part No. SFP1GELHST
    Each
    TWD7,935.00
    Phoenix Contact LC Media Converter, Single Mode
    • RS Stock No. 224-2970
    • Mfr. Part No. 1113081
    Each
    TWD17,099.00
    Delta Electronics Ethernet Switch
    • RS Stock No. 281-2515
    • Mfr. Part No. DVS-008R00
    Each
    TWD4,947.00
    StarTech.com Cisco Compatible LC Single Mode Transceiver Module, Full Duplex, 40000Mbit/s
    • RS Stock No. 186-4018
    • Mfr. Part No. QSFP40GLR4S
    Each
    TWD103,733.00
    Molex Premise Networks
    • RS Stock No. 268-4754
    • Mfr. Part No. 180080090
    Each
    TWD996.00
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