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NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS305) - Home Network Hub, Office Ethernet Splitter, Plug-and-Play, Silent Operation, Desktop or Wall Mount

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Brand NETGEAR
Number of Ports 5
Included Components 5-Port Switch (GS305v3), Power adapter, Quick installation guide
Switch Type Metal
Item Weight 8.48 ounces

About this item

  • 5 Gigabit Ethernet ports
  • Simple plug-and-play setup with no software to install or configuration needed
  • Supports desktop or wall mount placement
  • Industry-leading 3-year limited hardware warranty
  • Energy efficient design compliant with IEEE802.3az
  • Quiet operation. Operating Temperature : 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
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Easy, Plug-and-Play Setup

Simply plug in your devices. No configuration or software required.

Energy Efficient Design

Energy efficient technology provides power savings for your home.

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# Gigabit Ethernet Ports 5 x 1G 5 x 1G 8 x 1G 8 x 1G
# PoE Ports ---- ---- ---- ----
Management Type Unmanaged Plus Unmanaged Plus
Advanced Network Features ---- Securely separate networks (VLAN), Prioritize bandwidth (QoS) ---- Securely separate networks (VLAN), Prioritize bandwidth (QoS)
Fanless Housing
Mounting Options Desktop or Wall Desktop or Wall Desktop or Wall Desktop or Wall

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  • 5-Port Switch (GS305v3), Power adapter, Quick installation guide
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    Product Description

    The NETGEAR 5 Port Gigabit unmanaged Switch provides an easy, reliable, and affordable way to expand your network connections in homes and small offices. It is plug and play and features a rugged metal case. Features also include Auto MDI/MDI, LED indicator on Each port, energy efficient technology, fan less design, auto negotiation and non blocking switching architecture.

    Customer reviews

    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    26,153 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance, value, ease of setup, quality and durability of the network switch. They mention that it works well, is easy to set up and use, and is good value for money. Some appreciate the clear and concise instructions that guide them through the process. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

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    822 customers mention752 positive70 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the network switch. They say that it works great for their needs, has no problems, and gets the job done. Some mention that the switch is a life saver and works with no signal loss.

    "...While it may not boast advanced features, it serves its purpose well for those looking for a simple and effective way to expand their home or small..." Read more

    "...Took it out of the box, plugged it in and it worked with no signal loss. Small, and fit the area I needed...." Read more

    "...The daisy chain solution seems to be working. Note, I am not particularly concerned with thru-put as I am just playing around...." Read more

    "...appliance should be: straightforward, cost-effective, and gets the job done...." Read more

    391 customers mention363 positive28 negative

    Customers find the setup of the network switch to be easy. They mention that it is plug and play, requires no setup, and takes about two minutes to install. Customers also appreciate the clear and concise instructions that guide them through the process step by step. Overall, customers find the switch to work well and be a simple and effective way to expand their network.

    "...advanced features, it serves its purpose well for those looking for a simple and effective way to expand their home or small office network." Read more

    "Literally plug and play. Took it out of the box, plugged it in and it worked with no signal loss. Small, and fit the area I needed...." Read more

    "...However, it was cost effective (making my wife happy) and simple to install. YMMV" Read more

    "...say, it's the epitome of what a commodity appliance should be: straightforward, cost-effective, and gets the job done...." Read more

    239 customers mention233 positive6 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the network switch. They say it is a great Ethernet switch for the money, with quality at a bargain price. Some mention that it is relatively cheap to replace and an excellent buy.

    "Inexpensive 5 port hub, that I use just off my wifi router...." Read more

    "...However, it was cost effective (making my wife happy) and simple to install. YMMV" Read more

    "...epitome of what a commodity appliance should be: straightforward, cost-effective, and gets the job done...." Read more

    "...Well build, reliable, cheap." Read more

    211 customers mention202 positive9 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the durability of the network switch. They mention it's a solid, dependable piece of home network hardware, and the metal case makes it more durable. Customers also mention that there have been no issues with the product and no glitches so far.

    "...the NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS305) is a reliable and straightforward networking solution for users who seek a no-frills..." Read more

    "...Small, and fit the area I needed. Quality built and does not have a cheap feel." Read more

    "...The build quality is reassuring – sturdy and compact, it's like NetGear knows we don't need another bulky gadget hogging space...." Read more

    "...Well build, reliable, cheap." Read more

    161 customers mention139 positive22 negative

    Customers like the performance of the network switch. For example, they say it's fast enough for streaming TV, and delivers gigabit speeds. That said, they are happy with the performance and say it doesn't interfere with or slow down their internet connection.

    "...recognized the devices, and I experienced a noticeable improvement in network speeds versus WiFi connection speeds...." Read more

    "...Just what I needed. Very fast, no lag. I am very happy with this device...." Read more

    "TLDR: Affordable, easy-to-set-up NetGear switch, ideal for enhancing home network speed. 💻🔌🚀..." Read more

    "...Print jobs start almost instantly instead of taking time to transfer, that's pretty nice...." Read more

    82 customers mention79 positive3 negative

    Customers like the size of the network switch. They say it's small yet powerful, and can fit just about anywhere. Customers also say it works like a charm and doesn't take up a lot of space. Overall, customers are happy with the size and functionality of the product.

    "...The compact design of the GS305 is a plus, taking up minimal space, aand its metal casing gives it a sturdy feel...." Read more

    "...Small, and fit the area I needed. Quality built and does not have a cheap feel." Read more

    "...The build quality is reassuring – sturdy and compact, it's like NetGear knows we don't need another bulky gadget hogging space...." Read more

    "...Metal case, compact, and solid. The only think I do not like about it is that the power port is on the back instead of the side...." Read more

    153 customers mention99 positive54 negative

    Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the network switch. Some mention that it provides seamless connectivity for all their devices, with zero connectivity or interference issues. They say it's easy to setup and allows them to connect their work laptop, home PC, and printer to their network. However, others say that it'd routinely timeout and have connectivity issues. Some complain that there's no Ethernet cable provided, and they had to provide their own to hook it up.

    "...its purpose well for those looking for a simple and effective way to expand their home or small office network." Read more

    "I haven’t tried it yet. There was no network cable included." Read more

    "...into any port and have instant extra capacity and no noticeable interference in service for other peripherals." Read more

    "...Played Fortnite and I haven't seen packet drop in game. Pretty good network switch, definitely recommendPros: metal construction" Read more

    57 customers mention32 positive25 negative

    Customers are mixed about the port compatibility of the network switch. Some mention it's great for adding additional ports to your network, while others say that none of the ports function.

    "...As expected, the 5-port switch worked as expected, no setup required...." Read more

    "...The only think I do not like about it is that the power port is on the back instead of the side...." Read more

    "Delivered protected and very good quality. Adds the extra ports I need and works well." Read more

    "...Simply incompatibility with the WAN port chipset on the router and the Starlink ethernet adapter...." Read more

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    5 Stars
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    Was in need of more Ethernet ports. With this 5 port switch, I got additional ports to connect my other game console in. Played Fortnite and I haven't seen packet drop in game. Pretty good network switch, definitely recommendPros: metal construction
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