An Ethernet switch often has an “Uplink” port, allowing you to connect your broadband modem and share an Internet connection with multiple computers. The Netgear FS108 lacks an Uplink port; this may contribute to confusion when you install it. However, the FS108 lacks this port because it has the ability to automatically detect the port that the broadband modem or hardware firewall is connected to. Connect one device to each port on the back of the FS108 switch to network your computers together and share your Internet connection.
