The D-Link 5 Port Gigabit Metal Desktop Switch is an energy efficient 5 port switch designed for a variety of uses including small business, home use and more. With 5 gigabit Ethernet ports you can transfer large files quickly as each port comes equipped with 1Gbps dedicated bandwidth per port and 2Gbps bandwidth in Full-Duplex mode. Along with enhanced data transfer rates, you also benefit from faster packet filtering rates up to 1,488,000pps when using gigabit Ethernet. Setup and configuration of this desktop switch is simple with plug-and-play installation.