Netgear GS105 ProSafe 5-Port Gigabit Switch

I had the older 10/100 baseT Ethernet model and updated to the 100/1000 baseT model. This is simply like a power strip for Ethernet connections. One goes to the wall or router and the remaining four can be used for devices to share an Ethernet channel and use the Ethernet Modem connected to the WLAN on the router. Remember the connect speed is still the slowest point in the chain so you won't see 1000 baseT speed if a 100 baseT Ethernet device is in the chain. That point understood, this is a no brainer update to REMOVE those slower devices in your Network as we see faster and faster devices like routers and Internet modems and even wi-fi populate your network. There is no difference in installation with the older model, simply remove and replace and you're done. ... MoreI had the older 10/100 baseT Ethernet model and updated to the 100/1000 baseT model. This is simply like a power strip for Ethernet connections. One goes to the wall or router and the remaining four can be used for devices to share an Ethernet channel and use the Ethernet Modem connected to the WLAN on the router. Remember the connect speed is still the slowest point in the chain so you won't see 1000 baseT speed if a 100 baseT Ethernet device is in the chain. That point understood, this is a no brainer update to REMOVE those slower devices in your Network as we see faster and faster devices like routers and Internet modems and even wi-fi populate your network. There is no difference in installation with the older model, simply remove and replace and you're done. Where the extra speed is detected, it will auto negotiate that speed for you.

For a small home network. Inexpensive. Works for what it is. I have two. Both used at a workstation on my home network. Network, a Laserjet, Apple TV, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro all on one Ethernet port. Only downside is can’t configure central switch port for each item. I don’t need that.

I had high expectations from my previous experiences with Netgear products, but this did nothing to tarnish that reputation. I plugged in the incoming feed from my fiber jack in my networking closet and can now connect my routers and other devices to my ethernet ports all around the house. The lights operate as described with left and right leds lighting when there is a connection and flashing for data transmission. I have gigabit internet and through my networking testing it appears to achieve the gigabit speeds that it claims. Overall, this is an excellent switch that I would definitely recommend to anyone in the market for this type of networking appliance.