D-Link DES-1005C is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 2,100, brand new and sealed. This compact switch adds five 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports to any home router, backed by 1 Gbps of total switching capacity and zero setup menus. Run one cable from your router, connect up to four devices, and each link comes alive within seconds. The D-Link DES-1005C weighs just 43.4 grams and draws under one watt at full load. Collect it from our store at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Home routers, including the units installed with Safaricom Home Fibre and Zuku packages, often carry too few LAN ports for a modern living room. That shortage bites fast at a TV stand holding a smart TV, a decoder, and a PlayStation, or at a study desk with a desktop and a printer. The D-Link DES-1005C fixes it for students, bedsitter tenants, young families, and anyone who prefers a cable over weak Wi-Fi through concrete walls. A wired link holds steady during an online exam or a late Champions League stream, and the switch barely registers on your power bill.
The closest alternative is the D-Link DES-1008C at KSh 2,350, which adds three more ports for KSh 250 extra. If your TV corner or desk needs four wired devices or fewer, the D-Link DES-1005C does the same work for less money and less shelf space. Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell unboxed networking gear with no receipt, Mascom International supplies sealed D-Link stock with a written warranty. Customers across Nairobi tell us the quickest cure for a buffering TV is often a short cable and a D-Link DES-1005C. Order today for same-day delivery within Nairobi.
Common Questions About the D-Link DES-1005C
Is the D-Link DES-1005C worth KSh 2,100 in Kenya?
Yes, the D-Link DES-1005C is worth KSh 2,100 if you need up to four extra wired connections from one router port. That works out to KSh 420 per port for a sealed D-Link unit with a written Mascom International warranty. A wired link removes the buffering Wi-Fi suffers through the stone and concrete walls common in Kenyan flats and hostels. Cheaper unbranded switches circulate in Nairobi, but they rarely come with a warranty or a shop you can walk back into when a port fails.
D-Link DES-1005C or D-Link DES-1008C, which should you buy?
Buy the D-Link DES-1005C if four wired devices cover your needs, and the D-Link DES-1008C if you need seven. Both run at 10/100 Mbps, so speed per port is identical. The eight-port model costs KSh 2,350, just KSh 250 more, and its switching capacity rises to 1.6 Gbps to match the extra ports. For a single TV stand or one study desk, the D-Link DES-1005C saves money and shelf space. For a shared house or small office, spend the extra KSh 250 at Mascom International.
Will the D-Link DES-1005C slow down a Safaricom Home Fibre or Zuku connection?
Only if your internet plan runs faster than 100 Mbps, because each D-Link DES-1005C port tops out at that speed. On plans at or below 100 Mbps, the switch passes the full speed through to your TV or desktop untouched. Check the plan speed on your provider app or monthly bill before buying. If you pay for a plan above 100 Mbps, choose the D-Link DGS-F108 gigabit switch at KSh 4,800 from Mascom International instead, since its ports carry up to 1,000 Mbps each.
How do you connect the D-Link DES-1005C to your router and TV?
Connecting the D-Link DES-1005C takes a few minutes and needs no settings at all. Plug the power adapter into the wall, then run one Ethernet cable from a free LAN port on your router to any port on the switch. Connect your smart TV, decoder, console, or desktop to the remaining four ports. The port LEDs light once each link is live, and every device collects an internet address from your router automatically. No app, password, or technician visit is required, and Mascom International staff can guide you on WhatsApp.
Can the D-Link DES-1005C handle PS5 or Xbox online gaming?
Yes, online matches on PS5 or Xbox run smoothly through the D-Link DES-1005C, because gameplay uses little bandwidth and benefits most from a stable cable. Store-and-forward switching adds no delay you would notice in EA Sports FC or Call of Duty. Large downloads are the real limit: at the 100 Mbps port ceiling, a 50GB game needs at least 67 minutes. Gamers on gigabit fibre who download often should pick the D-Link DGS-F108 instead. For everyone else, a cable beats Wi-Fi through a wall for steady ping.
How does the D-Link DES-1005C cope with power cuts, heat, and dust in Kenya?
The D-Link DES-1005C resumes work on its own when Kenya Power supply returns, because an unmanaged switch stores no settings that could be lost. Its peak draw of 0.784 watts lets a small router UPS keep it running through short blackouts alongside your router. The fanless body has no fan pulling in the dust that settles on TV stands near busy roads. Its 0 to 40°C operating range covers indoor rooms in Mombasa and Kisumu, though keeping it off a sunny windowsill extends its life.
Who should buy the D-Link DES-1005C, and who should skip it?
Buy the D-Link DES-1005C if you are a student, bedsitter tenant, or family needing a few wired devices at one TV stand or desk for the least money. It suits hostel rooms around Kenyatta University and JKUAT where one LAN socket must serve a laptop and a desktop. Skip it if you need more than four devices, since the DES-1008C fits better. Fibre above 100 Mbps calls for the DGS-F108, CCTV cameras powered over cable need the DGS-F1210-18PS-E, and a desktop without Ethernet needs the DWA-125 USB adapter.
Does the D-Link DES-1005C replace a router or add Wi-Fi?
No, the D-Link DES-1005C does neither; it only multiplies wired ports from a router you already own. The router still handles your internet connection, your Wi-Fi, and the address each device receives. The switch simply shares that connection among up to four more cabled devices. If you have no router at all, start with the D-Link DWR-111 Wireless N150 Router at KSh 4,000 from Mascom International, then add the switch once you run out of LAN ports. Ask our team on WhatsApp if you are unsure which one you need.
How many devices can you connect to the D-Link DES-1005C?
You can connect four devices to the D-Link DES-1005C, plus one cable back to your router, filling all five ports. Any port can act as the router link, so there is no special socket to find. A typical TV stand fits neatly: smart TV, decoder, games console, and a soundbar or streaming box with Ethernet. If a fifth device appears later, a second switch chains onto a free port without any configuration, though moving to the eight-port model from the start costs less.
Technical Specifications
Switching Performance and Throughput
- Five 10/100 Mbps ports with auto-negotiation, so each device links at its fastest supported speed automatically.
- 1 Gbps total switching capacity lets all five ports run at full speed together without slowing each other.
- Forwarding rate of 148,800 packets per second per port keeps streaming video and game traffic moving without drops.
- Store-and-forward switching checks each data frame for errors before passing it on, stopping corrupted packets early.
- A 96 KB packet buffer absorbs short traffic bursts when the TV and console download at the same time.
- A 2,000-entry MAC address table remembers every device on the network, far beyond what any household needs.
Ports and Device Compatibility
- Standard RJ45 ports accept any Cat5e or Cat6 patch cable, the same cables routers and TVs already use.
- Auto MDI/MDIX detects cable type automatically, so crossover cables and wiring guesswork are never needed.
- Works with smart TVs, decoders, PS5, Xbox, desktops, laptops, printers, and IP phones that carry an Ethernet port.
- Connects to any router brand, including fibre and 4G home routers, through one uplink cable to any port.
- Unmanaged design means no app, login, or IP address to set; traffic flows the moment power arrives.
Network Standards and Traffic Handling
- IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u compliance confirms standard Ethernet and Fast Ethernet support for every connected device.
- IEEE 802.3x flow control pauses a sender briefly when a port is busy, preventing lost data during heavy transfers.
- Per-port LED indicators show link, activity, and speed, so a loose cable is obvious at a glance.
- Plug-and-play operation leaves nothing to reconfigure, so the switch returns to work unaided after any restart.
- Any port works as the router uplink, which removes the risk of plugging the main cable into the wrong socket.
Power Draw and Energy Efficiency
- Peak consumption of 0.784 watts adds up to roughly 0.56 kWh over a full month of nonstop use.
- Standby draw of 0.4 watts when ports sit idle, so leaving the switch on around the clock costs almost nothing.
- IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet cuts power on idle links automatically, with no setting to switch on.
- External 5V DC power adapter keeps heat out of the switch body and is simple to replace if lost.
- Such a low draw suits small backup UPS units, keeping wired devices online through short outages alongside the router.
Build Quality and Daily Durability
- Compact 88 x 48 x 21.45 mm body fits beside a decoder or behind a monitor without crowding the shelf.
- Weighs 43.4 grams, so it rests on a TV stand, a bookshelf, or inside a desk drawer with ease.
- Fanless design runs in total silence in a bedroom and has no fan drawing household dust inside.
- Operating range of 0 to 40°C with 10 to 90 percent non-condensing humidity suits ordinary indoor rooms.
- CE Class B certification confirms low electromagnetic interference, so it will not disturb nearby TVs or radios.
Setup and Expansion
- Setup takes three steps: power the switch, run a cable from the router, then plug in your devices.
- Unmanaged switches chain together without settings, so a second unit can extend the network into another room later.
- Moving house needs no reconfiguration; unplug the switch, carry it, and reconnect it to the new router.
- Devices on the switch share files and printers with each other directly, without sending traffic out to the internet.
- No driver or software install is needed on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android TV, or game consoles.
Package Contents
The D-Link DES-1005C arrives in its sealed D-Link retail box, ready to connect the moment you open it:
- D-Link DES-1005C 5-port switch
- 5V DC external power adapter
- Quick installation guide
Ethernet patch cables are not included, so measure the distance from your router to the TV stand or desk before you order. Mascom International can advise on cable lengths over WhatsApp when you place your order.
Warranty
The D-Link DES-1005C carries a 12-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects. Coverage includes failed ports, a dead power adapter, and faulty LEDs under normal household use. Bring the unit and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk, or contact us on WhatsApp, and we handle the claim directly with no third party involved.
Buying the D-Link DES-1005C from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the D-Link DES-1005C in the standard D-Link factory finish at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to see the switch and pick matching cables before you commit.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the D-Link DES-1005C the same day. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Kisii, Mombasa, Kisumu, and every other major town receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the D-Link DES-1005C and pay only when it arrives.
The D-Link DES-1005C comes with the 12-month Mascom warranty stated above.
Students, families, and home office users across Kenya rely on Mascom International for sealed networking stock, honest advice on which switch fits the job, and direct after-sales help from our Nairobi CBD store.
