Brand EDiMAX Number of Ports 16 Included Components Guide, Port Gigabit Switch, Charger and Accessories Package Compatible Devices Desktop EDIMAX 16-Port Gigabit Rack-mount Switch - Boost your network’s performance with the GS-1016 16-Port Gigabit Rack-Mount Switch, designed for medium to large network environments. Perfect for expanding your Gigabit network, this switch offers high-speed connectivity, reliable performance, and power-saving features, all packed into a sleek, space-saving 19" rack-mountable form factor. Key Features: Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) Compliance: Save up to 70% in power consumption with built-in energy-saving functions, helping businesses cut costs and promote sustainability. Inactive Link Detection: Automatically reduces power usage when inactive network devices or links are detected, optimizing energy consumption based on device activity. Cable Length Detection: Adjusts power usage based on the length of connected Ethernet cables, ensuring more efficient energy use for shorter cables. Gigabit Speeds & Jumbo Frame Support: Supports high-speed networking and Jumbo Frames (up to 9K) to enhance network efficiency, especially during large file transfers. Fan-less Design: Operates quietly without a fan, making it ideal for small office or SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) environments. Auto-Negotiation: Each port automatically detects and adjusts speed for optimal performance across 10/100/1000Mbps devices. Non-Blocking Wire Speed: With a 2000Mbps full-duplex mode per port, the GS-1016 ensures smooth, seamless data transmission and high-speed connectivity. Store and Forward Architecture: Filters bad network packets like fragments and CRC errors, ensuring clean data transmission and maximizing network performance. Applications and Uses of the GS-1016: Small to Medium Businesses (SMBs): Network expansion, cost-effective upgrade to Gigabit speeds. Home Office/SOHO: Quiet operation, high-speed internet and file sharing. Data Centers/Server Rooms: High-speed connectivity, non-blocking performance for servers and workstations. Educational Institutions: Classroom connectivity, energy efficiency, reduced costs. VoIP & IP Surveillance: Stable VoIP connections, reliable performance for IP cameras. Media Production: Fast file transfers, high-bandwidth support for video editing and sharing. Retail/POS Networks: Reliable POS system connectivity, quick data synchronization. IoT Devices: Connectivity for IoT systems, smart devices, and automation. Backup & Disaster Recovery: Reliable connection for backup servers, seamless data access. This switch is perfect for a variety of networking environments, from businesses and home offices to data centers and media production.