{"product_id":"d-link-dgs-105-5-port-gigabit-switch","title":"D-Link DGS-105 5-Port Gigabit Switch","description":"\u003ch2\u003eD-Link DGS-105 — 5-Port Unmanaged Gigabit Switch | Plug \u0026amp; Play | Fanless | 10Gbps Switching\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eD-Link DGS-105\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, reliable \u003cstrong\u003e5-port Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch\u003c\/strong\u003e that delivers full \u003cstrong\u003e1000 Mbps speeds on every port\u003c\/strong\u003e — with zero configuration required. Whether you're expanding your home network, wiring up an office, or deploying ISP access layer infrastructure, the DGS-105 provides plug-and-play Gigabit connectivity in a silent, fanless metal enclosure that runs 24\/7 without noise or heat issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable at \u003cstrong\u003eUGX 120,000\u003c\/strong\u003e (regular price UGX 175,000), this is one of the best-value Gigabit switches available in Uganda. ISPs using the DGS-105 as an access layer switch can pair it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e to manage subscriber accounts, automate invoicing, and monitor bandwidth usage across their network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 × Gigabit Ethernet Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full 10\/100\/1000 Mbps auto-negotiation on all ports for maximum throughput\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug \u0026amp; Play Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e No software, no drivers, no configuration — just connect and go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 Gbps Switching Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-blocking architecture handles simultaneous full-speed traffic on all 5 ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFanless \u0026amp; Silent Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal enclosure with passive cooling — ideal for offices, homes, and server rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-MDI\/MDIX:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the need for crossover cables — use any straight-through Cat6 cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-Negotiation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatically detects the best speed and duplex for each connected device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Ethernet Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces power consumption by up to 50% on idle or short cable runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Desktop Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small footprint fits on any desk, shelf, or wall-mounted bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome network expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e — Add 4 more Gigabit ports behind your router for wired PCs, smart TVs, and NAS devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall office networking\u003c\/strong\u003e — Connect workstations, VoIP phones, and printers to a shared Gigabit backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISP access layer switching\u003c\/strong\u003e — Aggregate subscriber drop connections at a distribution point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurveillance \u0026amp; CCTV networks\u003c\/strong\u003e — Centralise wired IP camera connections with full Gigabit speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServer room patching\u003c\/strong\u003e — Expand available ports on rack-mounted routers or firewalls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGaming setups\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low-latency wired connections for multiple gaming PCs or consoles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eISP Network Deployment \u0026amp; Billing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D-Link DGS-105 is a practical access-layer switch for small ISPs aggregating last-mile subscriber connections. Pair your switching infrastructure with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e — built for East African internet service providers — to automate subscriber billing, manage bandwidth plans, and scale your internet business efficiently across Uganda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible ISP Billing \u0026amp; Management Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DGS-105 integrates seamlessly with modern ISP billing and management platforms. We recommend the following trusted systems for managing your network clients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNetEdge ISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e — Purpose-built for East African ISPs with subscriber management, invoicing, and bandwidth control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xenfi.net\/?ref=NTEZIYARJWF7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eXenfi\u003c\/a\u003e — A powerful ISP billing and management system for internet service providers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sopraent.com\/register?ref=TW9T\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eSopra Enterprise\u003c\/a\u003e — A comprehensive ISP management platform for growing networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Your Complete ISP or Office Network\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DGS-105 pairs perfectly with these routers and networking accessories from NetEdge Supplies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-rb750gr3-5port-gigabit-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hEX RB750Gr3 5-Port Gigabit Router\u003c\/a\u003e — Connect the DGS-105 to the hEX for an expanded 9-port Gigabit ISP edge setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-link-dsr-1000ac-wireless-ac-service-router-dual-band-gigabit-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eD-Link DSR-1000AC Wireless AC VPN Business Router\u003c\/a\u003e — Enterprise router to pair with this switch for VPN-secured office networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/d-link-dir-655-n300-wireless-gigabit-router-300mbps-4-port\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eD-Link DIR-655 N300 Wireless Gigabit Router\u003c\/a\u003e — Expand its 4 LAN ports further with the DGS-105\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik RBGPOE Gigabit PoE Injector Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e — Add PoE capability to power access points from this switch’s ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cat6-ethernet-cable-1000mbps-high-speed-lan-network-cable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCat6 Ethernet Cable — 1000Mbps SFTP Shielded\u003c\/a\u003e — Gigabit patch cables to connect all your devices to this switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/usb-c-to-2-5gbps-ethernet-network-adapter-wired-lan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUSB-C to 2.5Gbps Ethernet Network Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e — Connect laptops without Ethernet ports to the DGS-105\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e D-Link DGS-105\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards:\u003c\/strong\u003e IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePorts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 × 10\/100\/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 Gbps (non-blocking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForwarding Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.44 Mpps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMAC Address Table:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,000 entries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmanaged — plug and play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-MDI\/MDIX:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — all ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-Negotiation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — 10\/100\/1000 Mbps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e External 5V \/ 1A DC adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Ethernet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — IEEE 802.3az EEE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal, fanless desktop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow much does the D-Link DGS-105 cost in Uganda?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe D-Link DGS-105 5-Port Gigabit Switch is available at NetEdge Supplies Uganda for \u003cstrong\u003eUGX 120,000\u003c\/strong\u003e (regular price UGX 175,000 — currently on promotion). Contact us for bulk ISP pricing and delivery across Kampala and East Africa. Pair it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e for a complete managed network solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDoes the D-Link DGS-105 require any configuration or software?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eNo. The D-Link DGS-105 is an unmanaged switch — it requires zero configuration, no software installation, and no drivers. Simply plug your Ethernet cables into any of the 5 Gigabit ports and it works immediately. This makes it ideal for non-technical deployments in homes, small offices, and ISP subscriber premises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eCan I use the D-Link DGS-105 with a MikroTik router for ISP deployments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. The DGS-105 pairs perfectly with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-hex-rb750gr3-5port-gigabit-router\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik hEX RB750Gr3\u003c\/a\u003e — connect the switch to one of the hEX’s Gigabit LAN ports to expand from 4 to 8 downstream Gigabit ports for subscriber or office connections. For subscriber billing and management, use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/site-0c76re7df.godaddysites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eISP Billing System\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDoes the D-Link DGS-105 support PoE (Power over Ethernet)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eNo. The D-Link DGS-105 is a standard unmanaged Gigabit switch and does not support PoE output. If you need to power access points or IP cameras over Ethernet, use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mikrotik-rbgpoe-gigabit-poe-injector-adapter-9-48v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMikroTik RBGPOE Gigabit PoE Injector\u003c\/a\u003e in line with this switch’s ports to add passive PoE capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat cable do I need to connect devices to the D-Link DGS-105?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe DGS-105 uses standard RJ45 Ethernet cables — Cat5e or Cat6 recommended for Gigabit performance. The switch supports Auto-MDI\/MDIX so any straight-through cable works without needing crossover cables. For best results at Gigabit speeds, use our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cat6-ethernet-cable-1000mbps-high-speed-lan-network-cable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCat6 SFTP Shielded Ethernet Patch Cables\u003c\/a\u003e available at NetEdge Supplies Uganda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"D-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67675256848706,"sku":"DL-DGS105-SW","price":85000.0,"currency_code":"UGX","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/1778\/1314\/files\/ManagedSwitchvsUnmanagedSwitch.jpg?v=1791350296","url":"https:\/\/etedgesupplies.myshopify.com\/products\/d-link-dgs-105-5-port-gigabit-switch","provider":"NetEdge Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}