Network Switch Unmanaged Edimax GS-1005BE

The Edimax GS-1005BE is an unmanaged 5‑port Gigabit Ethernet switch that provides 2.5 Gigabit high-speed connectivity over existing CAT‑5E cabling. Designed for simple plug-and-play deployment, the switch supports 10/100/1000 Mbps ports, full duplex operation and a 12K jumbo frame size to improve transfer efficiency for large files. Its compact, fanless metal housing allows desktop or wall-mount installation while complying with IEEE networking standards for reliable layer‑2 switching.

Advantages

The GS-1005BE increases available bandwidth up to 2.5 Gbps without replacing current cabling, requires no software configuration and offers features such as IEEE 802.3x flow control, Auto-Negotiation, Auto-MDI/MDI-X, loop detection and store-and-forward architecture for stable packet handling. The fanless design reduces noise and the unit implements IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet functions including inactive link and cable length detection to lower power consumption.

Suitable for

• Small office and home office networks needing higher bandwidth for servers and workstations
• Environments that must retain existing CAT-5E cabling while upgrading link speed
• Desktop or wall-mounted network expansions for NAS, media servers or backup tasks

Key specifications

• Model: Edimax GS-1005BE (MPN: GS-1005BE, EAN: 4717964703729)
• Ports: 5 × RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)
• 2.5 Gigabit capable operation for higher link speeds over CAT‑5E
• Jumbo frame support: up to 12K
• Switching capacity: 25 Gbit/s; MAC table: 16,384 entries
• Switch type: Unmanaged L2
• Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3an, 802.3x, 802.3az
• Power: 12 V DC input
• Housing: fanless metal, black; weight: 0.446 kg

How to use

Place the switch on a stable surface or mount it on a wall using the provided mounting points. Connect the power adapter to the 12 V DC input and plug each Ethernet device into any of the five RJ-45 ports. The GS-1005BE will auto-negotiate speeds and duplex settings; no additional configuration or software is required. For best throughput with 2.5 Gbps links, use certified CAT‑5E or higher cabling and ensure connected devices support the higher speed.

Recommendations

Install the switch in a well-ventilated location away from heat sources. Use CAT‑5E or better cables for 2.5 Gbps performance, and verify connected devices and NIC drivers support multi-gig speeds to take full advantage of the GS-1005BE.