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Cudy FS105D | 5 Fast Ethernet Ports | 100Mbps Per Port | USB-C Powered | Plastic Desktop Case
A pocket-sized network splitter that turns one router cable into extra cabled connections for a small office or home.
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Cudy FS105D is in stock at Mascom International for KSh 1,700, a 5-port 10/100Mbps desktop switch in a light plastic case that draws its power through a USB-C cable. Each unit is brand new and sealed. The Cudy FS105D takes one Ethernet line from your router and shares it across four more wired connections, each running at up to 100Mbps. It needs no setup, no app and no password. You can see it on the shelf at our store in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Built for small offices, shop counters and home setups across Kenya, the Cudy FS105D fixes a common problem. A home fibre router from Safaricom, Zuku or Faiba usually ships with only a few LAN sockets, and they fill up fast. A desktop computer, a network printer, a TV streaming box and an M-Pesa till terminal can all compete for the same ports. The Cudy FS105D adds four spare sockets in a box smaller than a mobile phone, measuring 88 x 52.5 x 24 mm and weighing about 47 grams. Because it runs on USB-C, a spare USB port on the router or any 5V phone charger keeps it going.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell unbranded switches with no paper trail, Mascom International stocks the Cudy FS105D with a 12-month warranty and a walk-in service desk in the CBD. At Mascom International, we're seeing business owners in Westlands and Industrial Area pick the Cudy FS105D for reception desks, POS points and back-office printers, where 100Mbps per device is plenty. Customers across Nairobi tell us it is a simple, low-cost answer to a router that has run out of ports. If you need gigabit speed for large file transfers, ask about the Cudy GS105 instead. Call, WhatsApp or walk in to order yours with pay-on-arrival delivery.
Common Questions About the Cudy FS105D
How much is the Cudy FS105D 5-port switch in Kenya?
The Cudy FS105D costs KSh 1,700 brand new at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. That price covers the switch, a USB-A to USB-C power cable, the installation guide and a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. A wall adapter is not in the box, though most buyers power it from their router's USB port or an old phone charger. Delivery is pay-on-arrival across Kenya. The gigabit Cudy GS105 sits KSh 800 higher at KSh 2,500 if you need faster ports.
Is the Cudy FS105D a gigabit switch?
No, the Cudy FS105D is a Fast Ethernet switch, and each of its five ports tops out at 100Mbps. Some online adverts in Kenya wrongly describe it as gigabit, so check the model and port speed before you pay. The switch follows the IEEE 802.3i and 802.3u standards and offers 1Gbps of total switching capacity, which lets all five ports run at their full 100Mbps in both directions at once. For gigabit ports, Mascom International stocks the Cudy GS105 and the eight-port Cudy GS108.
Should I choose the Cudy FS105D or the Cudy GS105?
Choose the Cudy FS105D if every device you connect needs 100Mbps or less, and the Cudy GS105 if you want 1000Mbps on each port. The FS105D costs KSh 1,700, uses a plastic case and runs off USB-C. The GS105 costs KSh 2,500 and adds a metal case, its own power supply, IGMP snooping and 9K jumbo frames for large transfers. For printers, POS terminals and basic CCTV, the FS105D is enough. For a fibre plan above 100Mbps or file sharing between PCs, pay the extra KSh 800.
Will the Cudy FS105D keep working during a KPLC power cut?
The Cudy FS105D keeps working through a KPLC outage as long as its USB-C cable still has power. It draws 0.5 watts at most and about 0.32 watts when idle, so a small power bank, or the USB port on a router that sits on a UPS, can carry it for hours. Pair it with a backed-up Safaricom Home Fibre, Zuku or Faiba router and your wired devices stay online when the lights go off. Once power returns, it restarts on its own with no settings to restore.
How many devices can I connect to the Cudy FS105D?
The Cudy FS105D connects four devices, because one of its five ports links back to your router. Any port can serve as that uplink, since auto MDI/MDIX detects the cable type on its own, so straight or crossover cables both work. Its 2,048-entry MAC address table, the list of device addresses the switch remembers, is far more than a small office will use. For more sockets, chain a second FS105D or step up to the eight-port Cudy GS108 at KSh 3,000.
Is the Cudy FS105D good for a cyber cafe, school lab or CCTV setup?
The Cudy FS105D suits small cyber cafes, school computer labs and CCTV recorders where each device needs 100Mbps or less. Web browsing, KRA iTax and eCitizen forms, online classes and HD camera streams all fit within that speed. Its store-and-forward design checks each data packet for errors before passing it on, which cuts corrupted transfers. It does not supply Power over Ethernet, so cameras still need their own power. CCTV installers who want one-cable cameras should look at the Cudy POE200 or the Cudy GS1005PTS1.
Does the Cudy FS105D need any setup or software?
The Cudy FS105D needs no setup, app or login: plug in the cables and the power, and it starts working. It auto-negotiates speed and duplex with each device, so an older 10Mbps printer and a newer 100Mbps laptop can share it without trouble. There is no web page to configure and no password to forget. That makes it easy for a shop attendant or receptionist to swap it in minutes. Its MTBF, the expected running time between failures, is rated above 200,000 hours.
Who should buy the Cudy FS105D and who should skip it?
The Cudy FS105D is right for anyone who needs a few extra wired ports on a tight budget, including home users, small shops, M-Pesa till points and reception desks. Skip it if your internet plan runs faster than 100Mbps or you copy large files between computers, because each port will cap your speed. Those buyers are better served by the Cudy GS105 at KSh 2,500. Anyone who needs Wi-Fi coverage rather than more cables should consider the Cudy WR1200 router at KSh 3,600 instead.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Speed
- 5 x 10/100Mbps RJ45 ports — one links to your router, leaving four for computers, printers, TV boxes or POS terminals.
- IEEE 802.3i and 802.3u standards — the common Ethernet rules that almost every router and network card already follows.
- 1Gbps switching capacity — enough internal bandwidth for all five ports to run at full speed in both directions together.
- 0.744Mpps forwarding rate — the switch moves up to 744,000 small data packets every second without making them queue.
- Store-and-forward switching — each packet is checked for errors before it leaves, so damaged data is dropped rather than passed on.
- 570Kbit packet buffer — short-term memory that holds data during traffic bursts, so downloads and video calls do not stall.
Compatibility and Setup
- Unmanaged plug-and-play design — no app, password or settings page; connect the cables and power, and the switch works.
- Auto MDI/MDIX on every port — detects straight or crossover cables by itself, so any standard patch cord will do.
- Auto-negotiation — matches each device's speed and duplex mode, letting old and new equipment share one switch.
- Full and half duplex support — modern devices send and receive at the same time, while older gear still connects.
- 2,048-entry MAC address table — remembers up to 2,048 device addresses, far beyond what a home or small office needs.
Power and Efficiency
- USB-C power input at 5V DC — runs from a router's USB port, a phone charger, a laptop or a power bank.
- Power draw of 0.5W at most — less than many chargers waste on standby, keeping running costs close to zero.
- Idle draw of about 0.32W — when traffic is light, consumption drops further while every port stays ready.
- Basic power saving — Cudy lists built-in power saving that trims consumption when the network is quiet.
- No mains adapter required — one less bulky plug on a crowded extension cable behind the desk or counter.
Build and Installation
- Plastic desktop case — light and non-conductive, measuring 88 x 52.5 x 24 mm and weighing about 47 grams.
- Two wall-mount holes underneath — fix it under a counter or on a wall to keep cables off the floor.
- Operating range of 0 to 40°C — handles a warm office, shop or reception area without any extra cooling.
- Operating humidity of 10% to 90% non-condensing — copes with damp rainy-season air, as long as the unit stays dry.
- Storage range of -40 to 75°C — safe to keep in a store room or vehicle before installation day.
- MTBF above 200,000 hours — the rated average running time between failures, a sign of long service life.
Inclusions
- Cudy FS105D switch — brand new and sealed in Cudy retail packaging.
- USB-A to USB-C power cable — plugs into any standard USB port, laptop or wall charger.
- Installation guide — printed steps for connecting the cables and mounting the switch on a wall.
- No wall adapter in the box — use any 5V USB charger, available separately at Mascom International.
- No Ethernet cables included — patch cords in the lengths you need can be bought at our Kimathi Street store.
Package Contents
The Cudy FS105D box holds three items: the switch itself, a USB-A to USB-C power cable and a printed installation guide. Cudy does not include a wall adapter, since most buyers power the switch from a router's USB port, a laptop or a spare 5V phone charger. Ethernet cables are not in the box either. Mascom International sells patch cords and USB chargers at the counter, so you can leave the store with everything you need to connect.
Warranty
The Cudy FS105D ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street. Bring the switch, its power cable and your receipt so our technicians can assess the fault.
Where to Buy the Cudy FS105D in Kenya
The Cudy FS105D is on the shelf at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and our staff will plug the switch into a live router so you can watch the port lights before paying. Send a WhatsApp message for a photo of the exact unit and its colour.
Reach our sales team through any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while buyers in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and Thika receive theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is backed by the 12-month warranty above. We quote honest specifications, including the 100Mbps port speed that other sellers blur, list accurate prices, and stand behind each sale with after-sales support from our CBD desk.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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