D-Link DES-1016A-16-port 10/100M Non Gigabit Switch

D-Link DES-1016A-16-port 10/100M Non Gigabit Switch in Bangladesh

The D-Link DES-1016A is a 16-port Fast Ethernet switch, designed for home, small office / SOHO, or small business networks that require a cost-effective way to expand wired connectivity. It offers sixteen 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports, allowing devices like PCs, printers, NAS units, IP cameras, or other Ethernet-enabled equipment to connect with no extra configuration. Because it's unmanaged, it’s plug-and-play: simply connect and start using without worrying about setup or management interfaces.

Built to be quiet and energy efficient, this switch uses a fanless design and compact plastic casing. It incorporates “Green” technologies, such as automatically powering down ports with no link or adjusting power usage based on cable length. This reduces energy consumption, heat, and contributes to greater reliability and a longer product lifespan. The switch supports IEEE standards including flow control (802.3x), auto-MDI/MDIX, full and half duplex modes, and store-and-forward packet switching. All ports support auto-negotiation to detect the best link speed.

Despite its modest speed, the DES-1016A delivers a solid switching capacity of 3.2 Gbps, enough bandwidth for many devices to operate simultaneously. With a packet buffer of around 2 MB, and a MAC address table that can hold approximately 8,000 entries, it handles network traffic well for its class. It’s housed in a compact form, with dimensions suitable for desktop or shelf mounting, with low power consumption (typically under ~3 W), making it suitable for always-on use. If you need many wired ports, don’t need gigabit speed, and want reliable, silent operation, the DES-1016A is a strong value.

✅ Key Features

• 16 Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) Ports: All RJ-45 ports support auto-negotiation and auto-MDI/MDIX. 

• Green / Energy-Efficient Technology: Automatically powers down unused ports; adjusts power based on cable length; complies with IEEE 802.3az and other eco-standards. 

• Fanless, Silent Operation: No fan, nearly noiseless; well suited for quiet environments. 

• Store-and-Forward Switching: Uses this switching method to reduce forward errors and improve traffic handling. 

• Flow Control (IEEE 802.3x): Helps prevent packet loss under load. 

• Compact Design: Desk-size footprint; lightweight; low power draw. 

• Useful Buffer & MAC Table Size: ~2 MB buffer; ~8,000 MAC addresses supported. 

✅ Why Buy This Product

• If you have many Ethernet-based devices but don’t need high gigabit throughput, this switch gives you enough ports at 100 Mbps to cover the need without overpaying for unused gigabit capacity.

• It’s great for environments where silence matters: meeting rooms, home offces, studios, etc., thanks to its fanless and low-power design.

• Energy savings over time: with energy-efficient features like powering down unused ports and adjusting for cable length, this reduces electricity cost and heat generation.

• Reliable for steady, basic data flows: printing, file sharing, IP camera streams, backups (within 100 Mbps limits) — the switch’s buffer and MAC table help smooth performance under moderate load.

• Low maintenance: unmanaged, with basic auto features, no need for firmware updates or config. Plug & play.

• Compact and affordable: takes up little space, draws minimal power, and gives more wired ports for your budget.