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Silver metal box with 16 front RJ45 ports and rear power socket

NETGEAR ProSafe DES-1016D 16-Port 10/100 Mbps Unmanaged Switch

SKU CH-22R2-T3G6P

A 16-port Fast Ethernet switch with plug-and-play setup, fanless metal housing and energy-efficient operation for desktop or rack mounting

  • Product formatDesktop
  • Supported standardsPassive PoE
  • Network cablingRJ45
  • Management typeUnmanaged
  • Uplink portsRJ45
  • Uplink connection10/100 Mbit/s
  • 16 ports connect up to 16 devices for easy network expansion
  • Full-duplex mode delivers up to 200 Mbps per port for fast file transfers
  • IEEE 802.3az EEE technology reduces power consumption during idle periods
  • Plug-and-play installation requires no configuration for immediate setup
  • Fanless metal housing ensures silent operation in noise-sensitive environments

Sixteen-port Fast Ethernet switch

The NETGEAR ProSafe DES-1016D provides sixteen 10/100 Mbps RJ45 ports for connecting computers, printers and servers in small-office or home-office networks. It is an unmanaged, plug-and-play device that requires no configuration, making it suitable for users who need immediate wired expansion without IT support.

Sustained full-duplex throughput

Each port can deliver up to 200 Mbps in full-duplex mode with IEEE 802.3x flow control, so file transfers and continuous data streams remain stable during prolonged use. The fanless metal chassis dissipates heat passively, preventing thermal throttling and keeping operation silent in noise-sensitive rooms.

Desktop or rack installation

The switch ships with a mounting kit, screws and rubber feet, allowing either desktop placement or standard rack mounting in minutes. Because it is unmanaged, there is no web interface or SNMP; administrators who need VLANs, QoS or remote monitoring must choose a managed model instead.

How it compares

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Price $58.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNETGEAR
Product lineProSafe
Part numberDES-1016D
Performance
Forwarding rate200 Mbit/s
Connectivity
Supported standardsPassive PoE
Network cablingRJ45
Management typeUnmanaged
Uplink connection10/100 Mbit/s
Main port speed10/100 Mbit/s + 1,000 Mbit/s
Management accessRJ45
Jumbo frame support9216 bytes
SNMP supportNo
Layer support1
Ports & slots
Uplink portsRJ45
Main ports16
Main port typeRJ45
Power
Total PoE power16-Port Fast Ethernet (New)
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
Product weight1.96 lb (0.89 kg)
In the box
In the boxSwitch, Power Cord, Mounting Kit, Screws, Rubber Feet, QIG
More details
Product formatDesktop
IPv4 features16-Port Fast Ethernet (New)

Questions about this item

Will the fanless metal housing keep the DES-1016D quiet and cool during continuous operation?

Yes, the fanless metal housing is designed for silent operation and dissipates heat passively, making it suitable for noise-sensitive environments running all day.

What cabling do I need to connect devices to the 16 RJ45 ports?

Standard Ethernet patch cables with RJ45 connectors — Cat5e or better — are required for each device you plug into the 16 10/100 Mbps ports.

Can I mix the DES-1016D with older 10 Mbps equipment on the same network?

Yes, each port auto-negotiates 10 or 100 Mbps, so legacy 10 Mbps devices will connect and operate alongside faster gear without configuration.

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