TP-Link TL-SG105S, 5 Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
TP-Link TL-SG105S, 5 Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch, Ethernet Splitter, Hub, Desktop and Wall-Mounting, Sturdy Metal, Fanless, Plug and Play, Energy-Saving
From the brand
AV1000 Gigabit Powerline Kit
- HomePlug AV2 Standard – high-speed data transfer rates of up to 1000 Mbps
- Gigabit port
- Up to 300 Meters
| Weight: | 280 g |
| Dimensions: | 9.98 x 9.9 x 2.6 cm; 280.01 Grams |
| Brand: | TP-Link |
| Model: | TL-SG105S |
| Colour: | Black |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | TP-Link |
| Dimensions: | 9.98 x 9.9 x 2.6 cm; 280.01 Grams |
I purchased the Network switch to switch a LAN connection between two devices. It is neat and unobtrusive. It worked without needing any setup and it’s doing the job just fine.
Reliable and fast I have two Computers an ATEM Mini Pro and extra mess router all going perfect and doing there Jobs, I can safely say if you can get one do Actually I better get a spare it really ahs been over five years I thing 2018 now 2024
Replaced my linksys switch which gave up the ghost after 1year. So I bought this switch which is so much better quality .improved my full fibre speed alot easy to install in seconds. Thisnew switch is for my tv set-up giving superior picture quality to my oled c1.This switch so much better than linksys.
I used this switch in conjunction with an ethernet over the mains modem pair to give high speed internet connectivity to a collection of entertainment devices around my TV set, It connected the TV, Blu-Ray player, set-top-box and internet radio to the internet and thereby reduced the wi-fi loading on the router to ensure buffer-free performance whatever the video resolution.
This was purchased to overcome the lack of LAN ports on a mesh router. It is simple to install and set up. It has allowed all of our wired kit to continue to be used wired.
A good bit of kit at a reasonable price.
As in the title.
Edit:
I do need to make a correction to my review/anger. It appears that after ALOT of troubleshooting the switch isn’t to blame as once thought. Irony being it’s likely a different TP-Link product (powerline adapter). I’ll change initial rating from 1 to 4 stars for previous reasons and I have tested it on other systems and seems to be working fine.
Ordered this to expand the ports available for my eero pro 6 system, but wanted an option to disable the bright LEDs as it would be located in a bedroom. I wasn’t sure if this model supported this, but I can confirm that they can be disabled in the interface, so far all is working as hoped.
Have youfibre and the sent eero hub with only one port. So this tp link 5 port hub is just what I needed. Have tv, games console and home security system all with super fast lan connections.
I like the size, it has cushion feet or screw points for easy attachment anywhere. Read the simple instructions. So many people on vlogs claim this model, you can plug the router to switch cable can go in any port of the t-p switch. I followed the instructions and plugged ethernet cable into the router and then into port one. I was curious so I switched to port 5 and it didn’t connect to Internet. Switch off your router plug in the ethernet cable in port one, connect device ethernet cables into remaining 4 ports. On the back, swith the loop setting to on. Plug in the t-p switch power cable. Finally turn back on your router. Your speeds should stay the same.
This is a decent quality TP Link item which I used to sort out a mess of cables in my study. It was very straightforward to install and works well.
I bought this to connect an ethernet cable from our router to a number of other ethernet cables that fed bedrooms and our garden shed. It works fine, just plug all your cables in and the box does the rest. It is just a glorified connector but it doesn’t need to do anything else so it’s fine. Weird that the review asks you to comment on “Wifi” and “For Gaming”. I don’t believe this transmits any wifi signal for a start (that’s not what it’s designed for). And good far gaming, well that will depend on the broadband speed you get through your router.
The switch is sturdy and well built, however for non-tech savvy folk like myself, the instructions, or should I say lack of them are very poor. There are no instructions for which port you plug in your incoming ethernet connection from your router or what the loop preventer switch is on the rear of the casing is for? Should this be on or off? After hours of searching the net, I gather port 5 is the best or it would seem any port will do, a vital basic setup missing instruction. It assumes we all know any port will do and what a loop preventer switch is for. Plug and play……I don’t think so unless you know something about 5-Port Gigabit switches?
Firstly I was going to give this 3 stars but because the customer services was really good it got bumped up to 4 stars.
The only reason why this has not got 5 stars yet is because the product did not provide Gigabit speeds as it claims that it does.
I BOUGHT THIS PRODUCT NEARLY 3 YEARS AGO and despite this Ronald from customer services at TP-Link offered to send a replacement.
If the replacement does perform at Gigabit speeds, I will update my review and give 5 stars for sure.
I can also confirm that this is a straight forward plug into any port in any order and play device once you have power fed to it – so it’s really straightforward to use.
This does not have a power switch but at this price point what are you expecting? It is built well and feels robust and light with its metal casing. It can be mounted to a wall if required.
It has lots of flexibility to create custom VLANS by separating and combining the ports. There are three configurations available: MTU, port-based and 802.1Q. Easy to set up with the management program
Very satisfied.
This network switch has become the cornerstone of my mesh network infrastructure. It provides the robust and stable Ethernet backbone needed to ensure consistent and lightning-fast connectivity throughout my home. The setup was a breeze, and it seamlessly integrates with my existing mesh network, enhancing its performance significantly.
If you’re looking to enhance your mesh network with Ethernet backhaul, this network switch is a game-changer. Its speed, reliability, and advanced features make it an excellent investment for anyone seeking a seamless and high-performance home or office network.
The only negative is the time and cost of running CAT5/CAT6 ethernet cable around the house. However, the benifits far outweigh the costs of having seemless and super-fast wifi everywhere.
We are currently stuck with a BT Halo 4 hub due to their 24 month contracts. Anyone with a BT router will know there are only four outlets for wired ethernet connections. Living in a 1720’s grade 2 listed property means – even with three extender discs – our wifi is sketchy at best. We’ve overcome this by hard wiring as many PC’s & consoles as possible but having only four ports on the BT box is not enough. This fantastic splitter has doubled that. It works seamlessly and we’ve had no problems at all connecting up six ethernet cables all running at the same time. We have the TP link extenders throughout our house too so I knew this was brand I could trust. Dispite some negative reviews I gave it a go and haven’t been disappointed. Easy to set up it does now come with rubber feet if needed – however I have stuck it to the wall next to our BT hub. If you need additional ethernet ports to work all at the same time this is a great bit of kit.
I pluggled this ethernet cable into port one on the TP Link 5 port splitter. I put the other 4 ethernet cables into port 2, 3, 4, and five. These are the cables going to the three bedrooms and sunroom. I checked the broadband speed in each of the four rooms and got the 930 bps speed. The reviews i read said the TP LInk splitter when left on will not use much power compared to other splitters. The TP Link splits the speed perfectly without losing any speed.
I used the TP link 5 port splitter the living room and sun room as well. The Bt Router has only 4 ports. One is used for the main broadband input. The second port is used the send the speed to the ethernet port on the wall which goes up to the attic. This leaves two ports available. I have a TV, a Manhattan Box, and a Firestick. This needs 3 inputs but i have only two left on the BT Router. I used the TP Link 5 way splitter to overcome my problem. I put one ethernet cable into the 3rd port on the BT Router. The other end of this cable went into the TP LINK into port one. I now had 930 bps going into port one one the TL 5 way LInk. I now had 4 ports available on the TP Link. I sed these ports the send the speed to my TV, Manhattan Box, and Firestick. Now getting the 930 speed on my TV, manhattan box, and Firestick.
Would highly recommend the TP Link 5 way splitter. I got three and all working perfectly.
I’m new to network switches and having been using WiFi for my gaming consoles etc up till now. Wifi has been perfectly reasonsble but I’ve become more of a stickler for reliability and getting my input lag down in recent times, so decided to get this to run a long ethernet cable from my router to have my more critical devices wired instead of wireless. I knew switches were simple devices before but to my slight surprise it was literally just plug all the cables in and it just works. The only thing that was my ps5’s fault is that doesn’t auto switch to wired when it’s setup for WiFi. But everything else did just on simply plugging it in to the switch. Did an xbox network test and showed 17ms to the xbox server 0% packet loss of course. Not that I knew what it was on WiFi but latency was probably a little higher I imagine.
My only gripe that prevented me from giving it 5 stars was the lights on the device are a bit bright and glaring for my living room environment. I’ve had to face it away so when I dim my lounge lights it’s not a distracting light source.
I have always used TP-link ethernet switches and this one is not a let down it does exactly what you need it to do.
It uses little power and has reliable connectivity, the metal case is top quality and its slim design allows for easy storage and implementation into your system.
I will be moving upto the 16 port one soon as i cant fault the quality or reliability of Tp-Link products
Really simple piece of kit. Can simply plug n play or, if you are into a little more, you can manage the device through a simple web interface. You probably will want to change the default IP address if you already have a scheme from your router, but it’s simple enough to do that if you need to. My house is wired and I drop in one of these where ever I need some extra ports. Silent operation as there is no fan. Recommended.
The standout feature of the TL-SG105S is its Gigabit Ethernet capability, offering lightning-fast data transfer speeds of up to 1000 Mbps. With five Gigabit Ethernet ports, you can easily connect multiple devices, such as computers, gaming consoles, printers, and more, to enjoy a stable and high-speed network connection.
The compact and sturdy desktop design of the switch makes it easy to integrate into your existing setup. Its plug-and-play functionality allows for quick and hassle-free installation, without the need for any software or configuration. Simply connect your devices, and the switch will automatically optimize the network performance.
With the TP-Link TL-SG105S, you can enjoy reliable and efficient data transmission. The switch features advanced QoS (Quality of Service) technology, ensuring smooth performance even during bandwidth-intensive tasks like streaming HD videos or online gaming.
In addition to its excellent performance, the TL-SG105S is designed to be energy-efficient. Its innovative Green Ethernet technology automatically adjusts power consumption based on the connected devices’ activity, reducing energy usage without compromising performance.
Whether you need to expand your home network or enhance your office setup, the TP-Link TL-SG105S 5 Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch is the perfect solution. Its Gigabit Ethernet capability, plug-and-play design, and energy-efficient features make it an essential tool for achieving seamless and efficient network connectivity for all your devices. Embrace the power of this network switch and enjoy a faster and more reliable network experience.
Bought this to split the connection between my work laptop and personal PC in a single room. Easy to setup and haven’t seen any issues with connectivity on both laptop and pc but don’t run both at the same time. Bought cat5e cables separately.
Plug it in to your router via ethernet. Plug ethernet cables from your devices into the switch. That’s it, it just works. You can also daisy chain them if you need a more extensive wired network with switches in multiple rooms. As painless as networking gets.
The title says it all really!
I needed this as our BT Hub only has 3 ethernet ports and we wanted CCTV / Sky / PS5 / XBox / TV etc to take advantage of the 910mbps broadband we have.
This simply allowed me to have a hard connection on all devices. It nicely fitted on the wall with two little screws (purchased separately).
I’m happy with this purchase.
That also benefits wi-fi devices by reducing demand on the wi-fi bandwidth.
I’ve used several TP-Link switches over the years and always found them fast, effective, reliable and value for money. I use some in a “daisy chain” setup and have had no problems with that mechanism.
Note: Although this is correctly described as a 5-port switch, one of the ports has to be used for the primary data connection, e.g. the feed from the router, so only 4 additional devices can be directly attached through it.
Had a 5 port version which just isn’t enough when you have smart lights, heating, alarm a few wired NP’s.
Works very well – fit and forget really.
There’s not much to say about this. It does exactly what you need it to – it takes 1 Ethernet input and allows you to connect 4 more. Performance has been fantastic and reliability even more so. Really pleased with the build quality, my only regret is that I did not buy a slightly bigger model because 5 ports is quite limiting but your mileage may vary.
Easy to set up and good instruction manual. Needed the option of being able to split to counteract thick stone walls impenetrable by WiFi. Easy to switch off when not needed.
Bought this as I needed to upgrade my home network. Easy as pie just plug n play.
Great price also..
What’s to say .. the swich delivers 100% speed well worth i
I purcahed this to hardwire my cat 5e to utilise my 900mb service, tested my pc and bombastic speeds, solid ping. Great wee produc
Really easy to use plug and play that even complete beginners will have no problem.
Simple to install. No drop in download speed either. I really like i
I used this to move my TV and soundbar off the WiFi by wiring them both to this and then one cable back to the router which is nearby. It worked great; no setup required, just plug it in and turn it on.
I bought this as I ran Cat6 into the upstairs bedroom to make the most of my fiber broadband. It’s plug and go and works straight out of the box. I ran CAT6 from my router downstairs, around the house, through the walls and into this switch, then plugged my PC, printer, NAS and PS5 into this and they all work perfectly. I can’t speak of any signal or speed drop out as I’m paying for 500mbps and getting 590mbps through this switch!
I wanted this to give me the ethernet sharing between my Behringer X32 rack audio mixer, my Behringer X touch deck and my PC based Win 10 computer.
This enables me to control the X32 from the software emulation on the PC and from the motorised faders on the X touch and vice versa.
This magic box of tricks does the job instantly with no fiddling with ethernet addresses etc.
All communication was set up instantly with zero intervention from me.
This is a reassuringly well built unit – all metal casing and quality sockets.
The included power supply runs nice and cold, as does the switch itself.
I can’t fault this purchase – a very good price for a brilliant piece of kit.
I bought the TP-Link LiteWave 5-port Gigabit switch to see if it could be used with a BT Wi-Fi disc which has a single Ethernet socket. I have a NAD 368 amplifier/music streamer and a Blu OS node connected to a headphone amplifier.
After connecting all my equipment with Ugreen Ethernet cables everything was switched on once the BT Wi-Fi disc had established connection with my BT router which is situated on a lower floor I tried my NAD amplifier and was delighted when it appeared in the BluOS app and it started playing music from Spotify, then tried the BluOS node to listen to local radio and it was also working fine.
The next step is to connect the TV ito the 5-port hub.
The TP-Link LiteWave is an excellent product, well constructed and simple to use.
Unlike some tidier designs, the cables AND the lights are on the same side, so you can’t hide the messy cables and still see the status lights. Other than that works fine, runs cool, a bit light compared with some. Fine.
I knew things like this existed, but I thought they were all business level devices. When I discovered that in fact there are easy to use home grade switches I decided to invest in one.
I expected massive complicated set up, messing with IP addresses and port forwarding, but when I found it’s simply plug and play, with zero set up, it was an extremely welcome surprise.
My home network is now running great, at high speeds (as high as my devices can transfer) with no noticeable latency.
I highly recommend this product for your home network, and relieving you WiFi congestion.
So, I switched to these low-power switches. They basically just went in as drop-in replacements. No configuration required. Their ports auto-configured and everything just carried on working. I’ve gone from 60+Watts to about 8 watts. I’ve also put one of the switches on a timer because there’s never anyone in one of the rooms from 11pm to 8am. I tried that with the older switches and they tended to get their knickers in a twist if you did it too often.
So, on average over 24 hours the networking kit is now about 6-8 Watts instead of 50+Watts. So, doing the maths…
~50 Watts saved per hour, for 24 hours for 365 days a year is 50x24x365 = 438kWh per year. At 50p per kWh, that’s 219 saved over the year, more than paying for the new kit in just 4 months in fact. In the 5 years I expect to run it, that’s almost a grand if the price per kWh doesn’t drop!!!!
Very easy to install, very quick, very sleek and smart, and works flawlessly while saving a lot of money.
I recently purchased the TP-Link TL-SG105S Ethernet Switch and it does exactly what I need it to. I use it to wire a number of devices to my mesh network hub for faster speeds than wifi.
One of the standout features of this switch is the ease of installation. I’m not the most tech-savvy person, but I got it up and running quickly. It’s also incredibly reliable, with no issues or dropouts since I started using it. Seriously, just plug and play. There is almost no way to get this wrong.
The build quality is impressive, and it feels like a solid, well-made piece of equipment. I mounted mine on the wall, but it comes with little rubber feet, too, if you chose to place it on a desk.
The four ports are incredibly useful and more than enough for my current setup, but as mentioned by others, it’s important to consider your future needs. Better to invest in a slightly larger switch now than need to buy another unit in the future.
Overall, I highly recommend the TP-Link TL-SG105S Ethernet Switch. It’s an affordable and reliable piece of equipment that delivers precisely what it promises. If you need a switch, this is definitely the one to go for.
which I could do by this switch, meaning 2 games consoles
(Xbox 1 ps5) 2 fire tv boxes and main router alongside a NAS device and majority of other desktop computers and smart TV that take ethernet connections
(computers like apple my larger iMac desktop and a few laptops) giving me less bottleneck for wireless devices like phones and tablets, with this tp-link, I could run wiring through a wall to connect it to the Now TV hub in another room and create to create a direct wired network at home whilst hiding all the wires in trunking and making the place look A lot cleaner
the TP-link switch is not too bad for the price and for what I used it for I can want to use it for, On speed tests with ooka and online I usually get good speeds now around 60mbps and 20 down speeds and no more when watching amazon tv spinning buffer circles when previously on wireless,
One tip to give to anyone is to measure up and plan out if you like me going the wired route the size of the ethernet cables length to your switch, just for a hub I ran a long 20m cable from room to room to connect it through the wall to the main hub in the living room to switch and my office now in other room has the rest of devices connected by the switch
also, make sure you have the right power supply being an I.T geek hobbyist, I have found myself a few times placing the wrong power supply to the switch which is quite short (around 2.5m) with the power supply
apart from that I am happy with my purchase and thank you amazo
So, this is one of my reviews written for those who are not sad tech geeks (even though I am one myself).
A network port switch is simply a tool that gives you more sockets to plug in wired internet connections.
Think of it like an extension lead for wired internet connections because that is exactly what it is (only without the choices of length).
Dependant on your requirements (and views on wireless connections) this could be exactly what you need.
Your current router – the internet box that with lights that you try to hide away – has anywhere between 2 and 6 sockets on the back.
1 will be a wire probably coming from your modem (if you have a recent setup) to a socket called WAN.
the others will be sockets for the LAN (your network).
If you run out of connections here, then you need one of these.
Just plug a lead from the router into the port switch and now you have 4 more connections available 🙂
It really is plug and play (the flashing green lights on each port show things are working).
Things to know.
This requires its own power supply so have a spare mains socket nearby.
A network is only as fast as its slowest element.
This is a Gigabit port switch. That means it can handle a 1,000 megabit per second connection – which at time of writing is about the fastest connection offered by the main providers and more than fast enough to handle anything a home network will demand.
Don’t ignore (ethernet) cables. These are the most common cause of people not getting the speeds they expect over a wired network.
Cables are measured by the data they can handle (or in digital terms, how big the pipe is).
Cat 6 or higher is fine. Anything lower could cause slowdowns.
Finally. This will not affect your wi-fi speeds unless you are placing some serious demands on your network.
Oh and the port switch itself?
Well 18 months in and it has been utterly faultless. It doesn’t even get warm.
If you need one, you will be hard pressed to get a better one than this for the price.