TORRANCE, Calif. –March 2, 2010–TRENDnet, a best-in-class wired and wireless networking hardware brand, today announces from CeBIT, the launch of the 16-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch, model TE100-S16g, and the 24-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch, model TE100-S24g, which feature TRENDnet's embedded power saving GREENnet™ technology.

GREENnet™ is a TRENDnet switch-based technology that determines and supplies the appropriate amount of electrical power to each hardwired switching port as required by the connected device, by the port, or by the length of the connected Ethernet cable. GREENnet™ technology can reduce port-based power consumption by up to 40% for 10/100Mbps switches and 70% for Gigabit switches.

The 16-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch, model TE100-S16g, boosts efficiency and eliminates network congestion with a total switching capacity of 3.2Gbps with Full-Duplex mode support for all 16 Auto-Negotiation RJ-45 ports. Diagnostic LEDs convey port status and a rackmount kit is included. The TE100-S16g includes a five year limited warranty and will be available from TRENDnet's online and retail partners this month. The MSRP for the TE100-S16g is US $69* or 59 €*.

The plug and play 24-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch, model TE100-S24g, offers a total switching capacity of 4.8Gbps. Diagnostic LEDs for the 24 Full Duplex Auto-Negotiation RJ-45 ports convey port status. This Plug and Play switch sports a sturdy metal enclosure and includes a rackmount kit. The TE100-S24g includes a five year limited warranty and is currently available from TRENDnet's online and retail partners. The MSRP for the TE100-S24g is US $89* or 69 €*.

“TRENDnet's latest GREENnet™ switches save energy and are priced competitively,” stated Zak Wood, Director of Global Marketing for TRENDnet. “The estimated total product lifespan cost combined with an industry leading warranty, provide a compelling consumer value proposition.”

Full list of TRENDnet products with integrated power saving GREENnet™ technology:

• TEW-673GRU: 300Mbps Concurrent Dual Band Wireless N Gigabit Router
• TEW-672GR: 300Mbps Dual Band Wireless N Gigabit Router
• TEW-652BRP: Wireless N Home Router
• TEW-651BR: 150Mbps Wireless N Home Router
• TEW-639GR: 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router
• TEW-634GRU: 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router with USB Port
• TEW-633GR: 300Mbps Wireless N Gigabit Router
• TEG-S80Dg: 8-Port Gigabit GREENnet™ Switch
• TEG-S80g: 8-Port Gigabit GREENnet™ Switch
• TEG-S50g: 5-Port Gigabit GREENnet™ Switch
• TEG-S5g: 5-Port Gigabit GREENnet™ Switch
• TE100-S24g: 24-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch
• TE100-S16g: 16-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch
• TE100-S16Eg: 16-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch
• TE100-S80g: 8-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch
• TE100-S50g: 5-Port 10/100Mbps GREENnet™ Switch

* Prices vary by country and may not match the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. 

TRENDnet is a global provider of award-winning networking and surveillance solutions to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as home office users. Building networking solutions since 1990, TRENDnet enables users to share broadband access, multimedia content, and networked peripherals for true anywhere connectivity. TRENDnet's diverse product portfolio includes PoE, switches, Industrial, IP cameras, NVRs, fiber, Powerline, wireless, KVM, USB, and more. To learn more about TRENDnet, please visit www.trendnet.com.