The Tenda S16 16-Port 10/100 Mbps Switch provides simple & ideal solution to expand network for large home, building, leased or rented house & SMB. S16 connects with a router & connect with fifteen additional computers or other Ethernet-based devices such as a printer, Network-Attached Storage (NAS), or Internet camera to increase the functionality of your network. Housed in sturdy plastic case with compact size, it is the best choice for desktop installation. Space-saving Design The switch is solidly built in small size that is easy to position on any flat surface with limited space. Sleek & Stylish Housed in a sleek & stylish case, the switch blends in nice with SOHO & SMB. Secure & Reassuring The switch is built with reduced heat & a longer product life without sacrificing performance or functionality in mind. With superb heat dissipation capability & manufactured with fire proof materials, the switch maintains optimum performance even in extreme environment. Auto MDI/MDI-X Crossover Detection Each port on the switch can automatically figure out if the link needs a straight-through or cross-over connection, make the right choice, & eliminate the need for toggle switches or special crossover cables. In addition, the switch adopts the store-&-forward mode & auto-learns/-updates MAC addresses to improve your network performance.