
1. Register with the NETGEAR Insight app
3. Check the LEDs
Installation Guide
16-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch
Model GS116v2
Package Contents
•  Gigabit Ethernet switch
•  Power adapter (varies by region)
•  Installation guide
Note: You can wall mount the switch. A wall-mount kit is not included. 
Use the NETGEAR Insight App to register your switch, activate your warranty, and 
access support.
1. On your iOS or Android mobile device, visit the app store, search for 
NETGEAR Insight, and download the latest app.
2. Open the NETGEAR Insight app.
3. If you did not set up a NETGEAR account, tap Create NETGEAR Account  
and follow the onscreen instructions.
4. Tap the menu in the upper-left corner to open it.
5. Tap REGISTER ANY NETGEAR DEVICE.
6. Enter the serial number located on the bottom of the switch, or use the 
camera on your mobile device or tablet to scan the serial number bar code.
7. Tap Go.
8. Tap View Device to add the switch to a network.
The switch is registered and added to your account.
2. Connect the switch
GS116v2
When you connect the power adapter to the switch and plug it into an electrical 
outlet, the LEDs indicate the status.
LED Description
Power
Port  
(left and right)
• On. The switch is receiving power.
• Off. The switch is not receiving power.
• Both LEDs are solid green. 1000 Mbps link on this port.
• Left LED is solid green. 100 Mbps link on this port.
• Right LED is solid green. 10 Mbps link on this port.
• Blinking green. The port is sending or receiving trafc.
• Off. The switch does not detect a link on this port.
Access point
Desktop
Smart TV
Router
Internet
ReadyNAS
Gaming console
Sample connections

Technical Specications
Support
Specications Description
Network interface RJ-45 connector for 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 
1000BASE-T
Network cable We recommend that you use Category 5e (Cat 5e) 
cable or higher for Gigabit Ethernet connections.
Ports 16
Power adapter 12W max. and 12V@ 1A DC input
Power consumption 9.5W max
Weight 1.973 lb. (895 g)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 11.26 in. x 3.98 in. x 1.06 in
(286 mm x 101 mm x 27 mm)
Operating temperature 32 to 122° F (0 to 50° C)
Operating humidity 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Thank you for purchasing this NETGEAR product. You can visit 
https://www.netgear.com/support/ to register your product, get help, access the 
latest downloads and user manuals, and join our community. We recommend 
that you use only ofcial NETGEAR support resources.
Si ce produit est vendu au Canada, vous pouvez accéder à ce document en 
français canadien à https://www.netgear.com/support/download/.  
(If this product is sold in Canada, you can access this document in Canadian 
French at https://www.netgear.com/support/download/.) 
For regulatory compliance information including the EU Declaration of 
Conformity, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/.
See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply.
Do not use this device outdoors. If you connect cables or devices that are 
outdoors to this device, see https://kb.netgear.com/000057103 for safety and  
warranty information.
June 2019
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