The Netgear GS305E-100NAS is a 5-port Gigabit Ethernet Easy Smart Managed Plus switch that supports up to 1000 Mbps per port. Key specs include a 10 Gb/s switching capacity, a fanless metal chassis, and the ability to manage networks using features like VLAN, QoS, and Port Mirroring via its web-based interface. It has a 128 KB packet buffer, 9000-byte jumbo frame support, and an 8K MAC address table.

Hardware specifications

• Ports: 5 x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)
• Switching Capacity: 10 Gb/s
• MAC Address Table: 8K
• Jumbo Frames: 9000 bytes
• Packet Buffer: 128 KB
• Dimensions: 3.7 x 3.9 x 1.1 inches (94 x 100 x 27 mm)
• Weight: 0.55lbs (0.25kg)
• Case Material: Metal

Network and management features

• Management: Easy Smart Managed Essentials via web-based utility or PC app
• VLAN: Supports up to 64 VLANs for traffic segmentation
• QoS: Quality of Service for traffic prioritization
• Port Mirroring: For network monitoring
• IGMP Snooping: For optimizing multicast traffic
• Broadcast Storm Control: Helps manage network traffic
• DoS Prevention: Auto Denial-of-Service attack prevention
• Loop Detection: Identifies network loops
• Cable Testing: Utility to troubleshoot connection issues

Power and compliance

• Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az): Yes
• Standards: Compliant with IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u, and IEEE 802.3x
• Silent Operation: Fanless design for quiet operation