TP-Link TL-SG105S-M2 | 5-Port Multi-Gigabit 2.5G Ethernet Switch | Unmanaged Network Switch | Ethernet Splitter | Plug & Play | Desktop/Wall Mount | Silent Operation

This little powerhouse has streamlined my home setup far better than expected. The TP-Link TL-SG105 is truly plug-and-play—no software, just hook up your devices and go. It’s also quiet and without any heat issues.Solid performance thus far as I'm running a smart TV, two gaming consoles and a PC off this and all are getting solid, consistent speeds.If you’re looking to expand your network for work-from-home, gaming, or just keeping smart devices connected, this unmanaged switch checks all the boxes. For the price and reliability, you can’t go wrong here.

I’ve been using the TP-Link for a while now and it works flawlessly. Setup was truly plug and play — just connect your devices and you're good to go. No configuration needed.The build quality is excellent with a sturdy metal case, and it runs completely silent since it’s fanless. Speeds are consistent and fast across all ports. It’s perfect for expanding a home or office network.

I needed a second gigabit switch for my small network and this fit the bill, both price-wise and performance-wise. It is truly PnP without any setup at all. The five ports are great to have as well. The metal case helps with cooling, even though there is not much heat buildup anyway.All in all, it's a great little switch and I highly recommend it.

Its a switch! Does what it needs to do.Pros:* Runs cold to the touch even when under decent load with multiple devices so its probably very energy efficient.* Seems to be very high performance! No latency or bandwidth changes vs direct CAT6a connection on gigabit ethernet. Tested with up to 3 devices under load. Latency was statistically unchanged and bandwidth/QoS was what you'd expect on paper so overhead is super low and on board protocols are implemented extremely well! Grain of salt though... I haven't formally benchmarked or even really used SOHO switches since the 10/100 days. Maybe all makes/models are similar nowadays, but 20 years ago using switches was only a tad better than a hub in terms collision prevention and simple QoS.* Physical build quality is top notch, with one caveat (see Cons)Cons:* Design of metal casing is probably perfect for mounting on the side of standard 1U or 2U racks, warehouse racks, or anything else with standardized screw hole placement and (ideally) the ability to come in from behind or at least see what you're doing. I needed to mount this to a wall in my home office where I couldn't just screw into a rack with standard mounts and slide the switch in place 5 seconds later.There may be a much better way, but the only solution I could come up with (in order to use the rubber feet as standoffs to allow airflow) was to take the housing apart and unscrew/remove the PCB to see what the correct distance between screws needed to be. In theory this would be the last step but unfortunately problem #2 (really the only roadblock in retrospect) was that when wall mounting, the shape of the mounting cutouts are such that you (or at least me?)don't give you enough "turning radius" to get the switch mounted without the offset from the screw head and the wall surface being stupidly long.The only solution where the standoff distance was both far enough to get the screw heads in there while ALSO getting it to mount securely without flapping around loose was to clip the opening a bit with sheet metal snips. This was a tad challenging but doable, mostly because of the cramped areas for maneuver.My recommended wall mount steps (unless someone has a better way) are:1. Insert the screws in the mounting holes, and position in the narrower "top" area where they loosely stay in place when held in by hand. This will be the distance when mounted. 2. Gently press the switch and screws into the wall just enough to create 2 small dents so you know where to drill.3. Drill. I didn't need a drywall screw due to wood paneling, but use drywall screws if bare drywall. If you think you don't need to just do it anyway. Its cheap, easy, and a good best practice to prevent yanks from plugged in devices, etc.4. Screw the screws in 95% of the way. You may be able to just mount the switch ok. If not, you may need to do step 5...5. (Optional). If necessary AND you know what you're doing, AND you don't care about warranties, open up the mounting cavity with metal snips, but only after you have unscrewed the device housing and have carefully removed all the (guts). Put them aside in an anti static bag to keep them safe.Start by clipping tiny slivers from the two mounting cavities on the bottom device housing piece. Adjust the screw depth until you can easily mount the housing without it feeling loose. You may need to test/adjust a few times, since the screw head will be blocked by sheet metal. This is the core design flaw, otherwise you could just (at worst) unscrew the top housing cover, remove the "guts", and just screw it in by hand, with the final step being to put everything back together (annoying but simple if you own magnetic screwdrivers).Again, only do this if no viable alternatives exist for you, as I'm sure it voids the warranty.Conclusion? Buy this excellent product, just be prepared for a "project" if this is going on a wall in a SOHO setting.

This managed gigabit switch is a high-performing, energy-efficient device that runs cool to the touch, even under load with multiple devices. It delivers excellent performance, with no noticeable latency or bandwidth changes. Latency and QoS are well-optimized, making it ideal for demanding setups. The physical build quality is top-notch, adding to its appeal for a home or small office network.However, mounting the switch can be a challenge. While the casing design works well for standard racks, wall mounting in a non-standard setup required some creative solutions, including modifying the metal cutouts. For optimal airflow when wall-mounted, proper positioning and potentially DIY adjustments are necessary.Overall, this switch is a fantastic performer with great build quality. It earns 4 stars, losing one due to the mounting complications.

This is my second time purchasing this switch to expand my home network. I bought the first one back in 2020, and it has performed flawlessly ever since. I haven't had any connection issues. It now includes a loop prevention switch near the power port, which my original unit didn’t have. While this model is unmanaged, it’s truly plug-and-play, perfect for users who just need a simple, effective solution to expand their wired network without configuring settings. It uses minimal power and runs cool even under continuous use. The metal housing feels durable and well-built, making it perfect for both home and small office setups. It can be easily mounted with two nails. Speeds are consistent and stable across all ports, with no drop in performance even during large file transfers or streaming Plex from Synology NAS. This switch is excellent value for the price. Highly recommended this to anyone looking for 5 Port Gigabit Unmanaged Ethernet Switch.

Great quality and made from aluminum, I believe. Has a dedicated power cord and many different usages. Fairly easy setup. Plug router into single ethernet that is then split to 4-5 ethernet ports. Very handy for router extentions and other wifi output devices with single ethernet ports. Compact size. Very quiet.