Brand: Netgear · SKU: GS316-100INS · MPN: GS316-100INS · Category: Networking
The NETGEAR GS316 16-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch provides easy, reliable, and affordable network connectivity for home and small offices. With this plug-and-play switch, you can expand your network connections to multiple devices instantly. The GS316 features a durable metal housing, fanless design for silent operation, and can be placed on a desktop or mounted on a wall. It supports the latest Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) standard, which reduces energy consumption when there is light traffic on an active port or when there is no link or no activity detected. Its non-blocking switching architecture ensures maximum throughput at wire speed without congestion.
| Fan | Fanless (Silent Operation) |
|---|---|
| MTBF | 9,041,798 hours |
| Latency | < 3.9 µsec (1000 Mbps) |
| Forwarding Rate | 1.448 Mpps |
| Number of Ports | 16 Gigabit RJ-45 ports |
| Energy Efficiency | IEEE 802.3az compliant |
| Power Consumption | 8.4W Max |
| Enclosure Material | Metal |
| Switching Capacity | 32 Gbps |
| Jumbo Frame Support | Up to 9,216 bytes |
| Packet Buffer Memory | 768 KB |
| MAC Address Table Size | 16K entries |
| Warranty | 3-year limited hardware warranty |
| Weight | 0.84 kg (1.86 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 286 x 101 x 26 mm (11.3 x 4.0 x 1.0 in) |
The GS316 is part of the NETGEAR 300 Series of unmanaged switches. It is designed to optimize power usage and provides a high-performance network for SOHO environments. Key benefits include plug-and-play simplicity, auto-MDI/MDIX which eliminates the need for crossover cables, and 802.1p Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization. It is ideal for connecting high-bandwidth devices like servers, gaming consoles, and 4K media players.
Yes, this Netgear GS316 16-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS316-100INS) is 100% genuine Netgear hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Netgear GS316 16-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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