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Compact black metal 5-port desktop network switch

Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite NG5-1 5-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch

SKU CH-Z4Z7-0PZNJ MPN NG5-1

A 5-port unmanaged Gigabit switch with auto-negotiating RJ45 ports, low-power idle mode and a metal enclosure for desktop or wall mounting

  • Connect five devices at Gigabit speed with five auto-negotiating RJ45 ports
  • Cut energy costs with 1.60 W maximum power consumption
  • Unused ports enter low-power state without dropping the link
  • Mount on a wall or keep on the desktop with built-in keyhole tabs
  • Auto MDI/MDIX removes the need for crossover cables

Compact Gigabit Switch for Small Networks

The Tripp Lite NG5-1 is a five-port unmanaged desktop switch that delivers 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity for home offices and small workgroups. Its metal enclosure supports both desktop placement and wall mounting via keyhole tabs. The unit consumes a maximum of 1.60 W and automatically powers down unused ports to save energy.

Upgrade from Slower Ethernet Hubs

Replacing a 10/100 Mbps hub or switch with this Gigabit model removes the bottleneck when moving large CAD drawings, video files or backups between connected devices. The jump is worth it whenever your workflow saturates Fast Ethernet links and you need full 1000 Mbps throughput on every port without configuring managed features.

Plug-and-Play Installation

Setup requires no software or configuration; simply connect twisted-pair cables to the auto-negotiating RJ45 ports, which also handle auto MDI/MDIX crossover detection. The only common issue is forgetting that the switch is unmanaged, so VLANs, QoS or port mirroring cannot be implemented on this hardware.

Highlights

  • Connect five devices at Gigabit speed with five auto-negotiating RJ45 ports
  • Cut energy costs with 1.60 W maximum power consumption
  • Unused ports enter low-power state without dropping the link
  • Mount on a wall or keep on the desktop with built-in keyhole tabs
  • Auto MDI/MDIX removes the need for crossover cables

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What physical space or mounting option does the NG5-1 need for desktop or wall installation?

The metal enclosure measures a compact desktop size and includes keyhole tabs on the rear for secure wall mounting without extra brackets.

How is the switch installed, and what step do users often miss with the auto-negotiating RJ45 ports?

Connect the supplied power adapter, then plug Ethernet cables into any of the five RJ45 ports; the ports auto-negotiate 10/100/1000 Mbps and auto MDI/MDIX, so no crossover cables or manual speed settings are required.

What ongoing maintenance or replacement should be expected for the NG5-1 over time?

The fanless design has no moving parts to service; only the external power adapter may need replacement if it fails after extended use.

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