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NETGEAR ProSafe GS305E 5-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch

SKU CH-4BEN-086EX

Five-port Gigabit switch with basic VLAN, QoS and IGMP management for home or office networks

  • Product formatDesktop
  • Supported standardsPassive PoE
  • Network cablingRJ45
  • Management typeUnmanaged
  • Uplink ports8
  • Uplink portsRJ45
  • 5 Gigabit ports deliver 1000 Mbps wired speed for fast file transfers
  • Easy Smart Managed software adds VLAN, QoS and IGMP control through a web GUI
  • Jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes reduce overhead on large data streams
  • 768 KB buffer memory absorbs traffic bursts to keep latency low
  • Desktop or wall-mount design fits home offices and small business spaces

5-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch

The NETGEAR ProSafe GS305E provides five 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports for wired network expansion. It operates as an Easy Smart Managed Essentials switch with a web GUI for Layer 2 configuration. The metal desktop enclosure supports wall mounting and includes a 12V 1.0A power adapter.

Web GUI and Management Features

The bundled Easy Smart Managed Essentials software enables VLAN segmentation, QoS prioritisation and IGMP snooping through a browser interface. DoS prevention and cable diagnostics add security and troubleshooting without extra licences. Jumbo frame support up to 9216 bytes and a 768 KB buffer help sustain throughput.

Home and Small Office Deployments

This switch suits users who need basic managed functions such as traffic separation and multicast control on a five-port desktop device. Buyers requiring SFP fibre uplinks, PoE power output or more than five copper ports should consider other models.

How it compares

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Price $27.99
Cheaper than about 95% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameNETGEAR
Product lineProSafe
Part numberGS305E-100NAS
Performance
Forwarding rate1,000 Mbit/s
Memory
Buffer size768 KB
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 ports8
Main ports5
Main port typeRJ45
Power
Power over EthernetNo
Total PoE power5 Port with Enhanced Features
Power detailsAC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Max power draw1 A, 12 V
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
Product weight0.55 lb (0.25 kg)
In the box
In the box5-port Gigabit Plus Switch, 12 V 1.0A power adapter, Quick install guide
Environment & compliance
Complianceon product combined cancer reproductive, not applicable
More details
Product formatDesktop
IPv4 features5 Port with Enhanced Features

Questions about this item

Will the 12V 1.0A power adapter need replacement over time?

The 12V 1.0A power adapter is the only external component that may require replacement after extended use. The switch itself has no internal fan or user-serviceable parts.

Does the 768KB buffer memory limit performance during sustained full-duplex traffic?

The 768KB buffer handles burst traffic; sustained line-rate loads across all five Gigabit ports may exceed buffer capacity and cause frame drops.

How much heat does the fanless design produce when running all day?

The fanless, energy-efficient design dissipates heat passively through the metal enclosure; surface temperatures stay warm but within normal operating limits for continuous use.

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