NETGEAR GS305PP-300EUS 5-Port Unmanaged Gigabit PoE+ Switch

Quick sizing guide

At 10.1L x 15.8W x 2.9H centimetres, the NETGEAR GS305PP-300EUS is sized for a desktop or wall-mounted network setup. Its five Gigabit Ethernet ports bring wired connections together in one compact switch. Four ports provide PoE+, with an 83W total power budget.

For a home office or small workplace, this layout can help connect several wired devices while supplying power to supported PoE+ equipment over the network connection. The desktop or wall-mount placement gives you a choice of where to organise the switch alongside your existing network kit.

Pros

This is an unmanaged switch with a plug-and-play setup: connect the network equipment and there is no software to install or configuration to complete. That makes it a practical choice when you want to add wired ports without taking on network management tasks. Would a straightforward setup suit your network better than a switch chosen for configuration controls?

Five Gigabit Ethernet ports provide room to connect multiple wired devices, while PoE+ on four ports can simplify how compatible devices are powered. The 83W total power budget is useful when planning connections for more than one PoE+ device, check the requirements of the devices you intend to connect against their available power budget.

In everyday use, it can sit near a router or other network equipment and link a desktop computer and supported PoE+ devices into the same wired network. Compared with a managed switch aimed at networks that need custom configuration, this model focuses on adding ports with minimal setup. Its mounting options also help when the best place for the switch is a desk or a wall.

Product specs

• Type: Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch
• Ports: 5 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• PoE+: 4 ports, 83W total power budget
• Setup: Plug and play, no software or configuration required
• Placement: Desktop or wall mount
• Dimensions: 10.1L x 15.8W x 2.9H centimetres
• Material: Plastic
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 0.41 kilograms
• Model: GS305PP-300EUS

Should you buy it?

Choose the GS305PP-300EUS if you need a simple way to expand a wired network and want PoE+ available on four of its five ports. Its no-configuration setup keeps installation straightforward, while desktop or wall mounting makes it easier to place the switch where your network connections come together. It is well suited to home offices and smaller workspaces that need several Gigabit Ethernet connections and PoE+ for supported devices.