TP-Link TL-SG105 5-Port Gigabit Desktop Ethernet Switch Unmanaged Metal Housing Silent Fanless Design Plug & Play

Description

The TP-Link TL-SG105 5-Port 10/100/1000Mbps Desktop Switch is a reliable, unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch designed to provide high-speed wired network connectivity for homes, small offices, dormitories, or surveillance systems. It features 5× 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ45 ports with Auto-MDI/MDIX, eliminating the need for crossover cables and ensuring seamless compatibility with devices like computers, printers, IP cameras, NAS, and smart TVs. The switch offers a switching capacity of 10Gbps and a forwarding rate of 7.4Mpps, delivering non-blocking, full-duplex performance for demanding tasks like large file transfers, 4K streaming, gaming, and VoIP.

As part of TP-Link’s green technology lineup, the TL-SG105 uses Green Ethernet technology to reduce power consumption by up to 80% by adjusting power based on link status and cable length. IEEE 802.3x flow control and store-and-forward mechanisms ensure reliable, error-free data transfer, while 802.1p/DSCP QoS prioritizes traffic for latency-sensitive applications like gaming or VoIP. The fanless design ensures silent operation, making it suitable for noise-sensitive environments such as homes or small offices.

The durable steel housing (100 × 98 × 25 mm) is compact, desktop, and wall-mountable, offering flexible placement options. Its plug-and-play functionality requires no configuration, enabling instant network expansion. The switch supports 16KB jumbo frames and a 2K MAC address table for efficient data handling. Reviews praise its affordability ($15–$25, PCMag Editor’s Choice), compact design, and reliable Gigabit performance (consistent 1Gbps speeds), though it lacks advanced management features and PoE support. Compared to the LS105G, the TL-SG105 is nearly identical but from an earlier product line, with similar specs and performance.

Specifications

• Interface: 5× 10/100/1000Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ45 Ports (Auto-MDI/MDIX)

• Switch Type: Unmanaged

• Networking Standards: IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1p

• Switching Capacity: 10 Gbit/s

• Forwarding Rate: 7.4 Mpps

• MAC Address Table: 2K entries

• Jumbo Frame Support: 16KB

• Packet Buffer Memory: 1 MB

• Transfer Method: Store-and-Forward

• Advanced Features: Green Ethernet Technology, 802.3x Flow Control, 802.1p/DSCP QoS

• Fan Quantity: Fanless

• Power Supply: External Power Adapter (Output: 5VDC / 0.6A)

• Max Power Consumption: 2.3W

• Max Heat Dissipation: 7.83 Btu/hr

• Dimensions: 100 × 98 × 25 mm (3.9 × 3.9 × 1.0 in)

• Weight: 0.49 lbs (220g, estimated)

• Housing Material: Steel

• LED Indicators: Power, Link/Activity (per port)

• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)

• Operating Humidity: 10%–90% (Non-Condensing)

• Storage Humidity: 5%–90% (Non-Condensing)

• Package Contents: TL-SG105 5-Port 10/100/1000Mbps Desktop Switch, Power Adapter, Installation Guide

• Warranty: 5 Years (region-dependent, e.g., US); 3 Years in some regions (e.g., India)