Detailed Specifications
NETGEAR ProSafe JGS516NA 16-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch
Overview
The NETGEAR JGS516NA is a Layer 2, unmanaged switch from the ProSafe series, engineered for reliable, high-speed Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in small to medium office environments. This switch provides 16 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports, offering a non-blocking switching bandwidth of 32 Gbps to handle high-demand applications like large file transfers, video, and imagery. Built with durable metal housing and a straightforward plug-and-play design, it integrates easily into existing infrastructure and includes hardware for both desktop and standard 19-inch rack installations.
Key Features
- Non-blocking, 32 Gbps switching capacity for zero throughput bottleneck across all 16 ports.
- Auto Uplink (Auto MDI/MDI-X) functionality on all ports eliminates the need for crossover cables.
- Supports Jumbo Frames up to 9 KB to optimize large data transfers and increase network efficiency.
- Fanless operation for quiet deployment in offices, conference rooms, or noise-sensitive wiring closets.
Technical Specifications
| Key Specification | Detail |
|---|
| Brand | NETGEAR |
| Part Number | JGS516NA |
| Product Type | Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch |
| Ports | 16 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 |
| Switching Bandwidth | 32 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate (64-byte) | 23.8 Mpps (Millions of packets per second) |
| MAC Address Table Size | 8K Entries |
| Jumbo Frame Support | Up to 9 KB |
| Latency (1000 Mbps) | < 15 µs (Microseconds) (64-byte packets) |
| Power Consumption (Max) | 11.8W (JGS516v2 confirmed) / 25W (JGS516 original confirmed) |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable (1U, kit included) / Desktop |
| MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) | 441,123 Hours |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 43 x 328 x 169 mm (1.7 x 12.9 x 6.7 in) |
| Weight | 1.47 kg (3.24 lb) |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 |
