Netgear GS524-300NAS

Product Overview

The NETGEAR GS524 is a 24-port Gigabit Ethernet unmanaged switch built for offices, AV racks, and commercial spaces that need straightforward wired connectivity without configuration. Its fanless metal chassis runs silently, making it suitable for conference rooms and equipment closets alike. With 48Gbps of non-blocking switching capacity, every port delivers full Gigabit throughput. The switch installs on a desktop, mounts to a wall, or fits a standard 19-inch rack.

Product Description

The NETGEAR GS524 24-port Gigabit unmanaged switch is a plug-and-play device that begins forwarding traffic the moment it powers on, with no software setup required. All 24 ports auto-negotiate 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds and use Auto MDI/MDI-X to eliminate the need for crossover cables. The fanless design produces zero added noise, which keeps it unobtrusive in occupied rooms and AV equipment racks. A secure metal housing includes a Kensington locking slot to deter theft in open-rack or desktop deployments.

Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) reduces power draw on idle or lightly loaded ports, and an 8K MAC address table supports dense device populations. Jumbo frame support up to 9KB benefits file transfers and storage traffic. The compact 12.9-inch-wide chassis mounts cleanly in a rack with the included brackets or sits on a desktop on rubber feet. For integrators standardizing on a single vendor, browse the full NETGEAR switch collection to pair this switch with PoE and smart-managed models. The GS524 is backed by a NETGEAR limited lifetime warranty for unmodified hardware.

Key Features

• 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports — Twenty-four 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports auto-negotiate speed and duplex for fast, flexible wired connections.
• 48Gbps non-blocking switching — Wire-speed forwarding on every port keeps traffic moving without contention.
• Fanless silent operation — The fanless metal chassis adds no noise, suitable for conference rooms and occupied spaces.
• Plug-and-play setup — Unmanaged design works immediately on power-up with no configuration.
• Energy Efficient Ethernet — IEEE 802.3az lowers power consumption on idle and low-traffic ports.
• Flexible mounting — Desktop, wall-mount, or 19-inch rack installation using the included hardware.
• Kensington lock slot — Built-in security slot helps prevent theft in open deployments.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from the NETGEAR datasheet.