D-Link DES-1005A – 5-Port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch with Auto-Sensing Ports, Auto MDI/MDIX, Flow Control, Green Technology & Plug-and-Play Design
Overview:
• The D-Link DES-1005A is a 5-Port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch designed to quickly build a reliable wired network for home or office use.
• It is an unmanaged Fast Ethernet switch that helps improve small workgroup performance while keeping installation simple and flexible.
• The switch provides five auto-sensing 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports that automatically detect network speed and negotiate between 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX.
• It supports full-duplex and half-duplex operation to provide the best possible speed for each connected device.
• Plug-and-play installation requires no configuration, allowing users to easily connect computers, routers, hubs, switches, and other Ethernet devices.
• D-Link Green Technology helps reduce energy consumption through port standby, cable length detection, and link status detection.
Key Features:
• 5 Fast Ethernet Ports: Provides five 10/100Mbps ports for basic wired network expansion.
• Auto-Sensing Ports: Automatically detects 10Mbps or 100Mbps network speed.
• Auto-Negotiation: Supports automatic full-duplex and half-duplex negotiation.
• Auto MDI/MDIX: Allows direct connection to servers, routers, hubs, or switches without crossover cables.
• IEEE 802.3x Flow Control: Helps minimize dropped packets and improve connection reliability.
• Store-and-Forward Switching: Provides stable packet handling and reliable data transmission.
• Plug-and-Play Installation: No configuration required.
• D-Link Green Technology: Supports IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, port standby, cable length detection, and link status detection.
• Compact Lightweight Design: Easy to place in any suitable location.
• Fanless Silent Operation: Operates quietly for home and office environments.
Technical Specifications:
• Product Type: Fast Ethernet Switch
• Model: DES-1005A
• Switch Type: Unmanaged Desktop Switch
• Device Interfaces: 5 × RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX Ports
• Network Standards: IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX, ANSI/IEEE 802.3 NWay Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3x Flow Control, IEEE 802.3az EEE Power Saving
• Switching Fabric: 1Gbps
• Topology: Star
• Protocol: CSMA/CD
• Transmission Method: Store-and-Forward
• Data Transfer Rates: Ethernet 10Mbps Half-Duplex / 20Mbps Full-Duplex, Fast Ethernet 100Mbps Half-Duplex / 200Mbps Full-Duplex
• Media Interface Exchange: Auto MDI/MDIX Adjustment for All Ports
• Network Cables: 10BASE-T UTP Cat 3/4/5/5e up to 100m, 100BASE-TX UTP Cat 5/5e up to 100m
• LED Indicators: Link / Activity per Port, Power per Device
• MAC Address Table: 2K Entries
• MAC Address Learning: Automatic Update
• Packet Filtering / Forwarding Rates: Ethernet 14,880pps per port, Fast Ethernet 148,800pps per port
• RAM Buffer: 48KB per Device
• DC Input: External 5V / 0.55A Power Adapter
• Power Consumption: Power On Standby DC Input 0.1W / AC Input 0.69W, Maximum DC Input 0.9W / AC Input 1.6W
• Heat Dissipation: Standby 2.355BTU/h, Maximum 5.461BTU/h
• Dimensions: 87 × 47.85 × 21.7 mm
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage Temperature: -10°C to 70°C
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% RH non-condensing
• Storage Humidity: 5% to 90% RH non-condensing
• Certifications: FCC Class B, CE Class B, UL, C-Tick Class B, CB
• Order Information: DES-1005A – 5-Port 10/100 Switch
Applications:
• Expanding basic wired networks in homes and small offices.
• Connecting desktop PCs, printers, routers, and simple network devices.
• Sharing files, folders, music, and video across a small network.
• Basic internet sharing through a router.
• Small workgroups that need 10/100Mbps Ethernet connectivity.
• Low-cost network expansion where Gigabit speed is not required.
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Connect Gates recommends the D-Link DES-1005A for customers who need a simple, compact, and economical 5-port Fast Ethernet switch.
• It is suitable for homes, small offices, shops, and light-duty workgroups where 10/100Mbps connectivity is enough.
• Auto MDI/MDIX, Flow Control, and store-and-forward switching make it practical for stable daily network use.
• D-Link Green Technology helps reduce power consumption, making it a good option for always-on small networks.
• This switch is recommended when the customer needs basic plug-and-play connectivity, not Gigabit speed, PoE camera powering, or managed network control.
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