NETGEAR 16-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (JGS516) - Desktop or Rackmount, and Limited Lifetime Protection

Works as described.

Like the prior reviewer said, if its buried in a closet or setup in a loud rack of computers fine. But if you have it in the room with you all day, the cooling fan they uses is unethically loud. Ive got a Core I7 computer with a honking graphics card and its more quiet than this simple unmanaged switch. Its literally driving me nuts and Ill be returning it for a product that isnt as loud. Functionally it seems ok. THe physical mounting options are primarily for a rack or laying on a table. No wall mount without Jury Rigging it.

Its fast, its absurdly easy, and durable. All metal casing, 4 screws attack each rackmounting ear, and the ears line up perfectly on standard 19 rackserver rails. Plus, its inexpensive. Netgears commercial-grade stuff is usually really good, and this is no exception.

Good, works well

This was the perfect solution for my home network! Mostly for gaming purposes.

Great Product and fast shipping! THanks!

Purchased for work and does a great Job

I have been using netgear products for years and though they look the same from model to model they are well constructed and do the job of switching network packets extremely well. Its one of those set and forget devices.

In desperate need of a new switch for my home network, I did a search on Amazon for a replacement bordering on commercial grade. The only requirement was that I did not want to pay the typical price for a commercial grade piece of equipment. After looking at specs and reviews, I decided to go with the Netgear JGS516 product. Although not really a commercial grade product, it seemed to strike the right balance of performance and cost. Also, it had 16 ports and this was about the number which I required. Installation could not have been easier - you just plug it in and connect your cables. All of the configuring is automated. This item also has the ability to detect gigabit connections and automatically adjust to ensure optimal performance. This negates any need for me to do sys-ad work - something at which I am not skilled. Its been about two months since I installed it. There have been no problems to date. All in all, a good product for the money.

Excellent switch. Very easy to set-up and performs beautifully --- much better than any other Ethernet switches I have previously owned. Highly recommended if you need 16-ports.