NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch

NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch

The newer version of this (GS305) is on amazon right now for $15.99

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07S98YLHM

Or here on Woot! today for $14.99.

The models are very similar and confusing. The 305 with dual link lights (similar to this 105 picture) also has managed features and is over $30. The 305 here is slightly cheaper than the 305 on Amazon, and this unmanaged 105 is a bit cheaper than the matching item on Amazon. Maybe the 105 is twice as much because it has twice the lights, or because it is blue.

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The GS305 is the updated version. It uses less power compared to the GS105.
The Power Consumption of the GS105 is 2.7W (when all ports used, line-rate traffic)
The Power Consumption of the GS305 is 2.34W (Max) and 0.45W (Standby)

The 305 also has a limited lifetime warranty, while the 105 has a 3 year warranty.

And the 305 is made in Thailand, while the 105 is made in China and likely has something in it to track you until the planned take over.

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