not really sure how much power im saving by having the "green" ports but nice to think that its actually saving power. also i like the smaller size since the ports are double stacked vs all in a single row.
Probably about the same amount of power one would save by spray-painting other network switches green.
Sounds to me a lot like those "eco" products everywhere in grocery stores. I keep telling my wife the only thing "Eco" about them is the increased fuel economy on the drive home from having a lighter wallet.
and thats what i figured. i bought it for the compactness mostly and i found one in a local store for less then what amazon was asking.