NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch GS305
Number of Ports : 5
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Interface Type : Ethernet|
Data Transfer Rate : Gigabit|
Dimensions : 6.2 x 4 x 1.1 inches
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About NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch GS305
Overall Feedback:
97% positive
92% liked its broad compatibility, while 8% experienced compatibility issues
The switch is compatible with other devices and can be part of a large configuration of DTEs and DCEs.
The power plug being on the opposite side of the ports may cause inconvenience if I need to frequently access/configure the switch.
83% praised for its easy management features, while 17% found it complicated to set up
In the future, the management feature will be useful for cable fault testing and especially for the port-mirroring feature needed when monitoring a device with WireShark.
The switch is unmanaged and has no UI or management screen, limiting customization.
The design of our management interface is unsuitable for use in some situations, which lowered our rating to 3 stars.
The browser management interface does not allow me to explicitly configure management access ports.
90% liked the flexible mounting options, but 10% found it difficult to install
The power plugs are on the opposite side from the ports, which is annoying for my setup as I leave everything plugged in. It limits the cleanliness of my setup and mounting options.
92% praised for its fast network speeds
Each computer is getting up to 1 Gbps per port.
The wired connections are in a league of their own, leaving Wi-Fi in the dust. My laptop and desktop are now enjoying the fast lane of internet speeds.
94% liked the ample port count, but 6% needed more ports for their setup
Each computer is receiving up to 1 Gbps per port.
I am currently testing a GS308 with only 3 active ports to check its performance.
If you look closely, you will see that 4 ports are part of the same module and the fifth port on the end is by itself, which is the line-in port.
88% appreciated the durable construction, while 12% noticed flimsy parts
From my perspective, the product is of high quality in terms of performance, reliability, and construction.
The chassis feels like quality with a vented design for heat dissipation, and it's made of metal.
The build quality of our product is reassuring, it's sturdy and compact.
The status lights are on the same side as the ethernet connection plugs and the power plug is on the opposite side.
71% appreciated the robust security features, while 29% found them inadequate
The Quality of Service filters could be helpful for someone who knows what they are doing in terms of home or school issues.
I am not allowed to use wireless equipment at my home office due to security reasons.
I recommend not using this switch in an exposed environment where more than password-based security is needed as it exposes the management interface on all ports and cannot be turned off.
This switch forces access to the management GUI from any VLAN, which is a security concern if we want to claim security through VLAN segregation.
