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Compact metal desktop switch with five RJ45 ports and wall-mount brackets

Netgear Inc.

Netgear Inc. MS305-100NAS 5-port 2.5G network switch

SKU CH-M70D-6M669 MPN MS305-100NAS

A fanless, unmanaged 5-port switch delivering 2.5G speeds with silent operation and Energy Efficient Ethernet support

  • Product formatDesktop Wall Mountable Enclosure
  • Supported standardsNetworking Standards: IEEE 802.3az IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.3ab I
  • Network cablingMedia Type Supported: Twisted Pair Ethernet Technology: 2.5
  • Management typeUnmanaged
  • Main ports5 x RJ45
  • Layer support2

Version 5-Port

Model MS305

Type Unmanaged Essentials

  • True Multi-Gig speed with non-blocking wire-rate throughput
  • Silent fanless design suits noise-sensitive spaces
  • Energy Efficient Ethernet cuts power during low traffic
  • Desktop or wall mounting with included hardware
  • Plug-and-play unmanaged operation needs no configuration

Five 2.5G ports for multi-gig expansion

The Netgear MS305-100NAS is a 5-port unmanaged switch delivering 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet over twisted pair. It targets small offices and home users who need to move beyond 1G bottlenecks without configuring managed hardware. Each RJ45 port auto-negotiates 1G or 2.5G speeds for instant device connectivity. The metal enclosure supports desktop or wall mounting with included hardware.

Fanless silence with 9.24 W draw

A fanless design ensures completely silent operation suitable for noise-sensitive environments. Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) reduces power consumption during low traffic or inactive link states. The unit draws 9.24 W from its external power adapter under typical load. IEEE 802.3x flow control and 802.1p prioritisation maintain stable throughput without active cooling.

Desktop or wall placement frees rack space

The compact desktop format with rubber feet sits neatly on a shelf, while the supplied wall-mount kit enables vertical installation to clear workspace. No software or configuration is required — simply connect the power adapter and patch cables. Per-port LEDs display link speed and activity for quick visual monitoring. Non-blocking architecture delivers wire-speed forwarding across all five ports.

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Price $104.99
Cheaper than about 78% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNETGEAR
Part numberMS305-100NAS
Connectivity
Supported standardsNetworking Standards:
IEEE 802.3az
IEEE 802.3
IEEE 802.3ab
IEEE 802.3u
IEEE 802.1p
IEEE 802.3x
Network cablingMedia Type Supported:
Twisted Pair
Ethernet Technology:
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Network Technology:
2.5GBase-T
Management typeUnmanaged
Layer support2
Ports & slots
Main ports5 x RJ45
Power
Power over EthernetNo
Power detailsSource:
Power Adapter
Power Consumption:
9.24 W
Size & build
Shipping weight0.79 kg
Package size208 × 165 × 86 mm
In the box
In the box5-Port Multi-Gigabit (2.5G) Ethernet Unmanaged Switch
Power Adapter
Wall Installation Kit
Rubber Feet
Installation Guide
More details
Product formatDesktop
Wall Mountable
Enclosure

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Questions about this item

How do I install the MS305-100NAS and what step is often missed?

Connect the power adapter, link devices to the five RJ45 ports, then choose desktop placement with the rubber feet or use the supplied wall-mount kit — the step often missed is securing the wall brackets before powering on.

What maintenance or replacement will the MS305-100NAS need later?

The fanless, unmanaged design needs no firmware updates or moving-part service; only the external power adapter may require replacement if it fails after extended use.

What limit appears first on the MS305-100NAS under sustained load?

Each port caps at 2.5 Gbps and the switch draws 9.24 W total, so sustained throughput is limited by the per-port 2.5GBase-T ceiling and the fixed power budget.

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