NETGEAR MS305, MS308 5 Port or 8 Port 2.5G Multi Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch Installation Guide

: August 24, 2024
: NETGEAR

Table of Contents

NETGEAR MS305, MS308 5 Port or 8 Port 2.5G Multi Gigabit Ethernet
Technical Specifications
Package contents
Register the switch
Connect the switch
Check the LEDs
Technical specifications
Support and Community
Frequently Asked Questions
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

NETGEAR MS305, MS308 5 Port or 8 Port 2.5G Multi Gigabit Ethernet

Unmanaged Switch

Technical Specifications

Specification	Description
Network interfaces	RJ45 connectors that support 100BASETX, 1000BASET, and

2.5GBASET
Ports| MS305: 5
MS308: 8
Power adapter| MS305: 12V @ 1A DC input
MS308: 12V @ 1.5A DC input
Maximum power consumption| MS305: 9.24W
MS308: 7.98W
Hardware security| Kensington slot
Dimensions (W x D x H)| MS305: 6.2 x 4.0 x 1.14 in. (158 x 101 x 29 mm)
MS308: 6.2 x 4.0 x 1.06 in. (158 x 101 x 27 mm)
Weight| MS305: 1.06 lb (480 g)
MS308: 0.97 lb (442 g)
Operating temperature|
Operating humidity| 10 to 90% relative humidity, noncondensing
Storage temperature|
Storage humidity| 5 to 95% relative humidity, noncondensing
Maximum operating and storage altitude|
Electromagnetic certifications and compliance|

Package contents

5-Port or 8-Port 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch
Power adapter (varies by region)
Wall-mount installation kit
Rubber feet
Installation Guide

Register the switch

From a computer or mobile device that is connected to the Internet, visit my.netgear.com.
Log in to your NETGEAR account.
NOTE: If you don’t have a free NETGEAR account, you can create one.
The Your Registered Products page displays.
Click the REGISTER NEW PRODUCT button.
In the SERIAL NUMBER field, type the serial number of your switch.
The serial number is 13 digits long. It is printed on the switch label.
From the PURCHASE DATE menus, select the date that you purchased the switch.
Click the REGISTER button.
Your switch is registered to your NETGEAR account.
A confirmation email is sent to your NETGEAR account email address.

Connect the switch

NOTE: In this example, the access point (AP) requires a power adapter because the switch does not provide PoE power.
NOTE: All switch ports support 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps, and 100 Mbps. You can connect any device to any switch port. We recommend that you use Category 5e (Cat 5e) cables or higher-rated cables for your connections.

This switch is designed for indoor use only. If you want to connect it to a device located outdoors, the outdoor device must be properly grounded and surge protected, and you must install an Ethernet surge protector inline between the switch and the outdoor device. Failure to do so can damage the switch.

WARNING: Before connecting this switch to outdoor cables or devices, see https://kb.netgear.com/000057103 for safety and warranty information.

Check the LEDs

When you connect the power adapter to the switch and plug the cable into an electrical outlet, the LEDs indicate the status:

Technical specifications

Mount the switch on a wall
We recommend that you use the wall-mount screws that are included. The screws are 0.25 in. (6.5 mm) in diameter, 0.63 in. (16 mm) in length.

Locate the two mounting holes on the bottom panel of the switch.
Mark and drill two mounting holes in the wall where you want to mount the switch. The two mounting holes must be 2.95 in. (75 mm) apart, center-to-center.
Insert the supplied anchors into the wall and tighten the screws with a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver.
Leave about 0.15 in. (4 mm) of each screw protruding from the wall so that you can insert the screws into the holes on the bottom panel.

Support and Community

Visit netgear.com/support to get your questions answered and access the latest downloads.
You can also check out our NETGEAR Community for helpful advice at community.netgear.com.

Regulatory and Legal

Si ce produit est vendu au Canada, vous pouvez accéder à ce document en français canadien à https://www.netgear.com/support/download/.
(If this product is sold in Canada, you can access this document in Canadian French at https://www.netgear.com/support/download/.)
For regulatory compliance information including the EU Declaration of Conformity, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/.
See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply.
For NETGEAR’s Privacy Policy, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/privacy-policy.
By using this device, you are agreeing to NETGEAR’s Terms and Conditions at https://www.netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you do not agree, return the device to your place of purchase within your return period.
Do not use this device outdoors.
Applicable to 6 GHz devices only: Only use the device indoors. The operation of 6 GHz devices is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet. Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use this switch outdoors?
- A: This switch is designed for indoor use only. If you wish to connect it to an outdoor device, ensure proper grounding, surge protection, and use an Ethernet surge protector inline between the switch and the outdoor device.
Q: What type of cables should I use with this switch?
- A: We recommend using Category 5e (Cat 5e) cables or higher for your connections.