Anonymous
Mar 27, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value for students
Works perfectly in our dorm room. We connected four laptops and a gaming console. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is that the power brick is a bit bulky, but performance is solid.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Root / Networking Equipment & Accessories |
| Origin | - |
| Brand | Mercury |
| Port Options | 5, 8, 16, or 24 Ports |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit) |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 48 Gbps (depending on model) |
| MAC Address Table | 8K entries |
| Power Supply | External AC Adapter included |
| Mounting Type | Desktop or Wall-Mountable |
| LED Indicators | Power, Link/Act, Speed per port |
| Cable Compatibility | Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a |
| Warranty | 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty |
Anonymous
Mar 27, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value for students
Works perfectly in our dorm room. We connected four laptops and a gaming console. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is that the power brick is a bit bulky, but performance is solid.
Anonymous
Mar 18, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best budget gigabit switch
Purchased ten units for our branch office. Consistent performance across all units. The metal casing feels durable, and the LED indicators are clear and helpful for troubleshooting.
Anonymous
Mar 14, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable and quiet
Using the 16-port model for a small business expansion. It runs completely silent and stays cool even under heavy load. Excellent build quality for the price point.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Zero lag added
Was worried about adding a switch affecting my ping, but this Mercury switch handles traffic beautifully. My LAN parties are much easier to set up now.
Anonymous
Mar 09, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Simple solution for family network
We ran out of ports on our main router. This 5-port switch solved the problem instantly. Setup took less than a minute. Would recommend for non-technical users.
Anonymous
Mar 03, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for my home office setup
I bought the 8-port version to expand my network in the home office. It was plug-and-play, no configuration needed. All devices are running at full gigabit speeds without any drops.
Q: What is the maximum cable length supported?
A: Like standard Ethernet specifications, this switch supports cable runs up to 100 meters (328 feet) per port when using Cat5e or Cat6 cables.
Q: Does this switch support PoE (Power over Ethernet)?
A: No, this specific Mercury series does not support PoE. It is a standard unmanaged gigabit switch designed for data transmission only.
Q: Is there a web interface to configure VLANs?
A: No, this is an unmanaged switch. It is designed for plug-and-play operation and does not have a web interface or support VLAN configuration.
Q: Does the package include Ethernet cables?
A: No, the package includes only the switch unit and the power adapter. Ethernet cables must be purchased separately.
Q: Can I mix 100Mbps and 1000Mbps devices on the same switch?
A: Yes, the switch features auto-negotiation and will automatically adjust the speed for each port to match the connected device, whether it is 10Mbps, 100Mbps, or 1000Mbps.