Asustor ASW205T 2.5GbE Unmanaged Switch
Quietly Connect a Faster Workspace The Asustor ASW205T Switch’nstor brings five 2.5GbE ports to a desktop or wall-mounted network. Its unmanaged design keeps setup straightforward, while a fanless metal enclosure makes it suitable for a workspace where noise and clutter matter. Connect compatible NAS systems, computers and other Ethernet devices without a switch-management interface. Each port automatically negotiates 2.5Gb/s, 1Gb/s or 100Mb/s, allowing faster devices and existing Gigabit equipment to share the network. Highlights Five RJ-45 ports with up to 2.5GbE per port 25Gb/s switching capacity and 12.5Gb/s non-blocking throughput Fanless metal enclosure Desktop or wall-mounted installation Maximum 10W power consumption Key Features A Faster Local Network Create a 2.5GbE connection between suitable workstations and storage. Devices such as ASUSTOR AS5202T, AS5304T, AS6602T and AS6604T can connect through their compatible Ethernet ports; use a supported adapter where a computer needs an upgrade. Straightforward Everyday Use There are no VLAN or routing settings to configure on this unmanaged model. Connect the power supply and Ethernet devices, then let the ports negotiate their supported link speeds. A Quiet, Compact Installation The metal housing and passive cooling avoid a cooling fan. The 28 × 140 × 90mm body can sit on a desk or be wall mounted, with cable and ventilation space maintained. Keep the Network Roles Clear The ASW205T is an Ethernet switch, not a Wi-Fi access point, modem or PoE injector. Use the appropriate router for Internet access and separate power for devices that need it. Summary The ASW205T is a considered 2.5GbE upgrade for a small wired network that needs quiet operation and simple setup. Its five ports support compatible faster devices while retaining 1GbE and 100Mb/s connectivity. Frequently Asked Questions Do I Need to Configure the Switch?ExpandCollapse No management interface is required for normal operation. This is an unmanaged Ethernet switch: connect the power supply and compatible network devices. Will Gigabit Devices Still Work?ExpandCollapse Yes. Its ports negotiate 100Mb/s, 1Gb/s or 2.5Gb/s. Each connection runs at the speed supported by both ends and the cable. Does It Supply Power over Ethernet?ExpandCollapse No. This model is not a PoE switch. Connected cameras, access points and other devices need their own suitable power arrangement. Does It Replace My Router or Wi-Fi?ExpandCollapse No. It adds wired Ethernet ports. Keep an appropriate router for Internet routing and a separate wireless access point where Wi-Fi is required. Will Every File Transfer Reach 2.5Gb/s?ExpandCollapse No. The negotiated Ethernet rate is a link specification. Storage speed, computer performance, protocol overhead and the rest of the network affect actual transfer performance. Does It Have a Cooling Fan?ExpandCollapse No. ASW205T is fanless. Leave the enclosure’s ventilation unobstructed and operate it within the specified 0–40°C temperature range.
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Asustor ASW205T 2.5GbE Unmanaged Switch
Description
Quietly Connect a Faster Workspace
The Asustor ASW205T Switch’nstor brings five 2.5GbE ports to a desktop or wall-mounted network. Its unmanaged design keeps setup straightforward, while a fanless metal enclosure makes it suitable for a workspace where noise and clutter matter.
Connect compatible NAS systems, computers and other Ethernet devices without a switch-management interface. Each port automatically negotiates 2.5Gb/s, 1Gb/s or 100Mb/s, allowing faster devices and existing Gigabit equipment to share the network.
Highlights
- Five RJ-45 ports with up to 2.5GbE per port
- 25Gb/s switching capacity and 12.5Gb/s non-blocking throughput
- Fanless metal enclosure
- Desktop or wall-mounted installation
- Maximum 10W power consumption
Key Features
A Faster Local Network
Create a 2.5GbE connection between suitable workstations and storage. Devices such as ASUSTOR AS5202T, AS5304T, AS6602T and AS6604T can connect through their compatible Ethernet ports; use a supported adapter where a computer needs an upgrade.
Straightforward Everyday Use
There are no VLAN or routing settings to configure on this unmanaged model. Connect the power supply and Ethernet devices, then let the ports negotiate their supported link speeds.
A Quiet, Compact Installation
The metal housing and passive cooling avoid a cooling fan. The 28 × 140 × 90mm body can sit on a desk or be wall mounted, with cable and ventilation space maintained.
Keep the Network Roles Clear
The ASW205T is an Ethernet switch, not a Wi-Fi access point, modem or PoE injector. Use the appropriate router for Internet access and separate power for devices that need it.
Summary
The ASW205T is a considered 2.5GbE upgrade for a small wired network that needs quiet operation and simple setup. Its five ports support compatible faster devices while retaining 1GbE and 100Mb/s connectivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need to Configure the Switch?
No management interface is required for normal operation. This is an unmanaged Ethernet switch: connect the power supply and compatible network devices.
Will Gigabit Devices Still Work?
Yes. Its ports negotiate 100Mb/s, 1Gb/s or 2.5Gb/s. Each connection runs at the speed supported by both ends and the cable.
Does It Supply Power over Ethernet?
No. This model is not a PoE switch. Connected cameras, access points and other devices need their own suitable power arrangement.
Does It Replace My Router or Wi-Fi?
No. It adds wired Ethernet ports. Keep an appropriate router for Internet routing and a separate wireless access point where Wi-Fi is required.
Will Every File Transfer Reach 2.5Gb/s?
No. The negotiated Ethernet rate is a link specification. Storage speed, computer performance, protocol overhead and the rest of the network affect actual transfer performance.
Does It Have a Cooling Fan?
No. ASW205T is fanless. Leave the enclosure’s ventilation unobstructed and operate it within the specified 0–40°C temperature range.
Specs
Asustor ASW205T 2.5GbE Unmanaged Switch
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Ethernet and Switching | |
| Ports | 5 × RJ-45; 100Mb/s, 1Gb/s and 2.5Gb/s auto-negotiation |
| Management | Unmanaged |
| Switching capacity | 25Gb/s |
| Non-blocking throughput | 12.5Gb/s |
| Forwarding rate | 18.6Mpps |
| MAC table and buffer | 16K MAC addresses; 4.1Mbit packet buffer |
| Jumbo frames | 12K |
| Forwarding and flow control | Store and forward; IEEE 802.3x flow control |
| Standards and Network Role | |
| Standards | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3bz and 802.3x |
| PoE | Not supported |
| Network role | Wired Ethernet switch; not a router or wireless access point |
| Power and Installation | |
| Power supply | External adapter; 100–240VAC, 50/60Hz input |
| Maximum consumption | 10W |
| Cooling and mounting | Fanless; desktop or wall mounting |
| Indicators | Power and per-port speed/activity |
| Physical and Environmental | |
| Dimensions | 28H ×140W ×90D mm |
| Weight | 350g |
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C |
| Storage temperature | −10–85°C |
| Operating humidity | Below 85%, non-condensing |
| Warranty | |
| Coverage | 2 years |