Netgear GS305PP-300NAS 5-Port Gigabit PoE+ Unmanaged Switch
Overview
The Netgear GS305PP-300NAS is a high-density, unmanaged 5-port Gigabit Ethernet switch engineered for small-to-medium business (SMB) environments requiring significant Power over Ethernet (PoE) capacity in a compact footprint. Unlike standard entry-level switches, the GS305PP provides a substantial 120W total PoE budget across four PoE+ (802.3at) ports. This makes it a specialized solution for powering high-draw edge devices such as PTZ IP cameras, Wi-Fi 6 access points, and high-definition VoIP video phones.
Designed for seamless deployment in branch offices, retail kiosks, or edge computing environments, this switch functions as a plug-and-play device requiring zero software configuration. The fanless architecture ensures silent operation, which is critical for noise-sensitive deployments like open-plan offices or conference rooms. Housed in a durable metal chassis, the GS305PP supports both desktop and wall-mount orientations, providing the physical versatility needed for professional IT infrastructure. It effectively bridges the gap between basic connectivity and high-demand power delivery at the network edge without the complexity of managed layers.
Key Features
- – Four PoE+ ports providing up to 30W per port.
- – Total PoE power budget of 120W for high-draw devices.
- – Fanless design for silent operation in noise-sensitive areas.
- – Durable metal chassis with desktop and wall-mount support.
- Brand Netgear
- Part Number GS305PP-300NAS
- Product Type Unmanaged Gigabit PoE+ Switch
- Total Ports 5 x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45
- PoE Ports 4 x PoE+ (802.3at/af)
- PoE Power Budget 120W
- Switching Capacity 10 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate 7.44 Mpps
- MAC Address Table 2K entries
- Packet Buffer 128 KB
- Enclosure Metal
- Cooling Fanless (Passive)
- Dimensions 158 x 101 x 29 mm
- Weight 0.41 kg
- Operating Temperature 0° to 40° C
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Does this switch support standard PoE or only PoE+? The GS305PP supports both IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and 802.3at (PoE+), providing up to 30W per port, provided the total 120W power budget is not exceeded.
- Can this switch be managed via a web interface or the Netgear Insight app? No, the GS305PP is a strictly unmanaged switch. It is designed for plug-and-play simplicity and does not support software configuration, VLANs, or remote management.
- Is the power supply internal or external for this model? This model utilizes an external power adapter to maintain its compact desktop footprint and ensure efficient heat dissipation for the high 120W PoE budget.
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