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MacGyver
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[To Go] Pocket-Sized Ethernet Hub/Switch

I'm traveling between field offices constantly, and often find myself in an office where there aren't any free ethernet jacks where I can hook up my notebook. Wireless is not available in any of the offices. And last week I was stuck in a boardroom for three days with 10 people sharing three network jacks. So I was looking for a small, lightweight ethernet hub or switch that I could stash in my laptop bag.

I don't want to lug around a huge power brick if I can help it. Any ideas/recommendations? Thanks!


MacGyver
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I came across this item which looks like it would fit the bill. »www.dual-comm.com/



Chizep
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Looks like a plan man!



ilikeme
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reply to MacGyver
»www.linksysbycisco.com/US/en/pro···/EZXS55W

I have a few of these and they are pretty small, and the wall wart is also not much bigger than a cell phone charger. They can also be bought at most electronic stores that sell networking gear.



MacGyver
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Thanks for that idea, I found a local store that stocks it for $20 CAD. Not as cool as the USB powered switch, but will do the job.


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