Linksys LGS105 User Manual

1. What
type of device is the Linksys LGS105?
The Linksys LGS105 is a 5-Port Gigabit Switch. This unmanaged switch offers a
quick and easy solution to extend your office network with a plug-and-play installation.
2. What kind of devices can be connected to the switch?
You can connect the following devices to your LGS105 switch:
Computers
Routers
Switches
Network Printers
Other network devices
3. What should I do when my computer cannot connect to the Internet while
connected to the switch?
Follow the steps provided below to resolve this issue:
Verify if LEDs are properly lit on the switch.
a. System LED (Blue) - The LED lights up solidly when the switch is
powered ON.
b. Link/Act (Green) - Each LED lights up when a connection is detected. It
flashes when the corresponding port is active.
Power down all devices and power ON the switch first. Next, power ON the
computer.
4. What is the advantage of having a Gigabit switch when it comes to data
transfer?
The Gigabit switches minimize transfer times and greatly enhance your ability to stream
high-bandwidth files to connected devices without interference.
5. What are the protocols supported by the LGS105?
The Linksys LGS105 switch is compliant with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, and 802.3ab
standards.
6. What are the package contents of the Linksys LGS105 box?
LGS105 Frequently Asked Questions

Linksys LGS105 Specifications

General

Switch layer	-
Power connector	DC-in jack
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports type	Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity	5
Networking standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
MAC address table	- entries
Certification	FCC Class B, CE
Product color	Black
LED indicators	Activity, Link
Housing material	Metal
AC input voltage	100 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)	2.22 W
Number of power supply units	1
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	75 mm
Width	121 mm
Height	26 mm
Weight	248 g

Summary

Linksys LGS105 Frequently Asked Questions

What type of device is the Linksys LGS105?

The Linksys LGS105 is a 5-Port Gigabit Switch offering a quick and easy solution for office network extension with plug-and-play installation.

What kind of devices can be connected to the switch?

Connectable devices include Computers, Routers, Switches, Network Printers, and other network devices.

Troubleshooting: Computer cannot connect to the Internet

Verify LEDs, power cycle devices, and ensure proper switch and computer power-on sequence for internet connectivity issues.

Advantage of Gigabit switch for data transfer

Gigabit switches minimize transfer times and enhance streaming of high-bandwidth files without interference.

Supported protocols for LGS105

The LGS105 switch complies with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, and 802.3ab standards.

Linksys LGS105 Package Contents and Specifications

Linksys LGS105 Package Contents

The Linksys LGS105 package includes a Power Adapter, Quick Start Guide, 4 Foot Pads, and Wall-Mount kits.

Troubleshooting: Excessive data collisions

Verify that your network cabling is securely crimped and properly installed to resolve excessive data collisions.

Internet connection sharing via switch

A switch cannot share internet connection; it connects more computers to a local network. Routers/modems with DHCP enable sharing.

Switch wall-mounting capability

Yes, the Linksys LGS105 switch is designed to be wall-mounted.

Linksys LGS105 Warranty Period

The Linksys LGS105 comes with a limited lifetime warranty.