shiverpeaks®-network switch, 5-port, 1G, metal, black With a network switch, you can easily expand your network. The unmanaged network switches are installed via plug and play. You do not need any software or in-depth network knowledge to install an unmanaged network switch. You run a cable from your router into the network switch and the remaining ports are then freely available for you to connect other devices to the network or Internet. This network switch works actively, you connect a power supply unit with 5 volts to the free DC socket of the device. The network switch has a low power consumption.