NETGEAR GS305 5-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch

NETGEAR GS305 is a five-port Gigabit Ethernet unmanaged switch for adding wired network connections at home or in a small office. Its plug-and-play setup and fanless design suit simple desktop or wall-mounted installations, but it does not provide the management features of a managed switch.

At a glance

Five Gigabit Ethernet ports for expanding wired connections.
Unmanaged, plug-and-play operation requires no software or configuration, according to the listing.
Fanless design is specified for silent operation.
Metal case supports desktop or wall-mount placement.
The listing says it is made for use in the U.S. and Canada only.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Five 1.0Gbps ports provide several wired connections from one switch.
Plug-and-play setup avoids the need to configure switch software.
Fanless operation is suitable for spaces where equipment noise matters.
Desktop and wall-mount placement offer installation flexibility.

Cons

Five ports may be limiting if you need to connect more wired devices.
As an unmanaged switch, it is intended for straightforward expansion rather than configurable network management.

Technical specifications

22 specifications

Identity
Brand	NETGEAR
Model	GS305-300PAS
Type	Ethernet Switch
Management	Unmanaged

Networking
Ports	5
Interface	RJ45
Data transfer rate	1000 megabits_per_second
Cable compatibility	Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cables
Auto-negotiation	Auto-negotiating ports detect the optimal speed for connected devices
Energy efficiency	IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet

Design and installation
Case material	Metal
Cooling	Fanless design
Mounting	Desktop or wall-mount placement
Dimensions	6.2"L x 4"W x 1.1"H
Weight listed	8.8 ounces
Color	Purple
Compatible devices	Desktop

Power and region
Voltage	100240 volts
Current rating	0.01 A
Regional compatibility	Made for use in U.S. & CA only

Warranty and service
Warranty description	This product is backed by NETGEAR limited 3-year hardware warranty.
EU spare part availability duration	3 years

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing identifies the model as GS305-300PAS, while the included switch is described as GS305v3. It also lists a voltage of "100240 volts" and a current rating of "0.01 A". Confirm the exact hardware revision and power requirements for the selected listing, particularly if buying outside the stated U.S. and Canada region.

What’s in the box

Included

5-Port Switch (GS305v3)
Power adapter
Quick installation guide

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Home or small-office users who need a few additional wired Ethernet connections.
Buyers who want plug-and-play operation without switch configuration.
Installations where fanless operation and desktop or wall-mount placement are useful.

Less suited to

Networks requiring managed switch controls or more than five ports.
Buyers who need a product explicitly intended for regions beyond the listing's stated U.S. and Canada compatibility.

NETGEAR GS305 5-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 54,600 ratings

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Customer feedback highlights easy plug-and-play setup, build quality and perceived gigabit speed. Reports on reliability, connectivity and durability are mixed, including both long-running use and accounts of failure after several months. That contrast matters for a switch expected to stay installed continuously. The listing's fanless, five-port configuration describes its intended setup, but does not establish how any individual unit will perform or last.