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NETGEAR FS105/FS108/FS116 ProSafe 10/100 Desktop Switches Quick Start Guide
The FS105, FS108, and FS116 ProSafe 10/100 Desktop Switches provide reliable, high‑speed Ethernet connectivity for small offices, classrooms, or conference rooms. Each unit is a compact metal‑case device with auto‑sensing UTP ports that automatically negotiate speed and duplex, and Auto Uplink™ technology that selects the correct cable type.
Installation is straightforward: plug in Ethernet cables, connect the power adapter, and the switch begins operating without any configuration software. The switches operate silently (no internal fan) and include status LEDs for power, link, speed, and activity on each port. A wall‑mount kit is included for space‑saving placement.
NETGEAR FS105 specifications
| Network ports (FS105) | 5 auto speed‑sensing UTP ports |
|---|---|
| Network ports (FS108) | 8 auto speed‑sensing UTP ports |
| Network ports (FS116) | 16 auto speed‑sensing UTP ports |
| Power consumption (FS116) | 14.4 W (12 VDC, 1.2 A) |
| Dimensions (FS105) | 3.7 × 4.1 × 1.1 in (94 × 103 × 27 mm) |
| MTBF (FS105) | 390,000 hours (~40 years) |
Source: NETGEAR FS105/FS108/FS116 ProSafe 10/100 Desktop Switches Quick Start Guide
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Questions answered in these manuals
How many ports does the FS108 have?
The FS108 provides eight auto speed‑sensing UTP ports.
From: NETGEAR FS105/FS108/FS116 ProSafe 10/100 Desktop Switches Quick Start Guide
What is the power consumption of the FS116?
The FS116 uses 14.4 W (12 VDC, 1.2 A).
From: NETGEAR FS105/FS108/FS116 ProSafe 10/100 Desktop Switches Quick Start Guide
How many devices can I connect to the FS105 v2 or FS108 v2 switch?
The FS105 v2 can connect up to five devices, while the FS108 v2 can connect up to eight devices.
From: NETGEAR Fast Ethernet Switch 10/100 Mbps FS105 v2/FS108 v2
What is the data rate of the switch?
The switch supports a data rate of 100 Mbps using 4B/5B encoding and MLT‑3 physical interface for 100BASE‑TX.
From: NETGEAR Fast Ethernet Switch 10/100 Mbps FS105 v2/FS108 v2