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NETGEAR has identified that a particular multicast packet from some third party wireless access
points can leak through fully converged STP topologies on some of our fully managed and smart
managed switches. This multicast packet has a d...
 How do I send diagnostic files from my Smart Switch to NETGEAR community moderators?
Diagnostic files from your smart switch may be requested by community moderators or
NETGEAR employees to help troubleshoot a problem. The diagnostic files available vary
depending on the model of smart switch and can be any of the following
Compatibility and Adding Devices
 Is my NETGEAR product compatible with Microsoft Windows 7?
This article dates from 2009, when Windows 7 was released. There are no known compatibility
issues between currently sold NETGEAR products and Windows 7. For information about
Windows 8 compatibility, see...
 What kind of Ethernet cables can I use with my NETGEAR switch?
Different categories of Ethernet cables can support different cable lengths and connection
speeds. See the following table for the recommended cable lengths and types for NETGEAR
switches. The values in this table apply to cable lengths