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NETGEAR 5 Port PoE Gigabit Ethernet Easy Smart Managed Switch (GS305EP)
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NETGEAR 5 Port PoE Gigabit Ethernet Easy Smart Managed Switch (GS305EP)

Bottom line: The NETGEAR 5 Port PoE Gigabit Ethernet Easy Smart Managed Switch: 4 PoE+ ports share a 63W budget to power IP cameras, VoIP phones, and access points; main trade-off: 63W total budget limits how many high-draw PoE+ devices run at once.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 4 PoE+ ports share a 63W budget to power IP cameras, VoIP phones, and access points
  • ✓ All 5 ports run Gigabit (1Gbps) over existing Cat5e or Cat6 cabling
  • ✓ Smart Managed GUI adds VLANs, QoS, and IGMP snooping via web browser
  • ✓ Fanless metal chassis runs silent, with 802.3az cutting power draw
  • ✓ Per-port and uninterrupted PoE controls, plus desktop or wall mounting

Cons

  • ✗ 63W total budget limits how many high-draw PoE+ devices run at once
  • ✗ Only 4 of the 5 ports deliver PoE; the fifth is data-only
  • ✗ Made for U.S. and Canada use only, limiting overseas deployment
  • ✗ Essentials web tier lacks full CLI and Layer 3 routing features

Manufacturer description

Introducing the NETGEAR GS305EP PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet Smart Managed Plus Switch with 4 ports PoE+ and a total PoE budget of 63W to power PoE applications such as VoIP phones, IP cameras for surveillance, wireless access points and more.GS305EP includes basic and advanced network management features to help optimize the performance of business networks. Management is also flexible via the easy-to-use web browser-based management GUI. Basic management features include VLANs, QoS, and IGMP Snooping, and advanced management features include advanced per port PoE control and uninterrupted PoE.Use…

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Key Features

  • GIGABIT ETHERNET PORTS: Features 5 x 1.0Gbps Ethernet ports for high-speed connectivity. Auto-negotiating ports detect the optimal speed for connected devices and work with existing Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cables.
  • POWER-OVER-ETHERNET (PoE): Includes 4 PoE+ ports with a 63W total power budget, plus uninterrupted PoE and per-port PoE controls for managed power delivery.
  • EASY SMART MANAGED NETWORK SWITCH: Intuitive software interface offers Easy Smart Managed Essentials capabilities to configure VLANs, prioritize traffic with QoS, monitor ports, and manage network security for small businesses.
  • FLEXIBLE MOUNTING OPTIONS: Compact metal design supports desktop or wall-mount placement for versatile installation.
  • SILENT & ENERGY-EFFICIENT OPERATION: Fanless design ensures silent performance, while IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet reduces power consumption without compromising high-speed network performance.

Full Specifications

BrandNETGEAR
Colorblack
PlatformNot Machine Specific
InterfacePoE
Unit Count1 Count
Switch TypeLimit Switch
Model NumberGS305EP-100NAS
CompatibilitySwitch
Built-In Media5-port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Smart Managed Plus Switch (GS305EP), 2V, 0.5A power adapter, Installation guide
Mfr Part NumberGS305EP-100NAS
Number of Items1
Number of Ports5
Case Material TypePlastic
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Data Transfer Rate1000 megabits_per_second
Included Components5-port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Smart Managed Plus Switch (GS305EP), 2V, 0.5A power adapter, Installation guide
Warranty DescriptionThis product is backed by NETGEAR limited 3-year hardware warranty.
FLEXIBLE MOUNTING OPTIONSCompact metal design supports desktop or wall-mount placement for versatile installation.
Item Dimensions L x W x H6.2"L x 4"W x 1.1"H
POWER-OVER-ETHERNET (PoE)Includes 4 PoE+ ports with a 63W total power budget, plus uninterrupted PoE and per-port PoE controls for managed power delivery.

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