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D-Link DES-1016A | 16-Port Fast Ethernet Switch | 100Mbps Per Port | Unmanaged Plug and Play | Compact Desktop Design
Low-cost cabling for cyber cafés, classrooms, clinics and small shops sharing one internet line.
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Mascom International stocks the D-Link DES-1016A at KSh 4,300, brand new and sealed, available now at our Nairobi CBD store. The D-Link DES-1016A offers sixteen 10/100Mbps RJ45 ports behind a 3.2Gbps switching fabric, so every port can run at full speed together. There is nothing to configure, because the switch is unmanaged and ready the moment power and cables go in. A small 5V adapter runs it, and energy-saving features cut power on idle ports. Pick one up at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order for delivery.
Built for cyber café owners, school ICT teachers, clinic administrators, and small retail managers across Kenya, the D-Link DES-1016A fixes a shortage we hear about almost every week. A home or office router usually has only four LAN sockets, and they fill up quickly. One cable from the router into the D-Link DES-1016A turns that single socket into fifteen usable connections. Workstations, printers, POS terminals, and time-attendance clocks then share one internet line through neat, reliable cables. For a cyber café on River Road or a hostel near Kenyatta University, that means stable connections without the dropouts of crowded Wi-Fi.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya, Mascom International tells you honestly when a Fast Ethernet switch is enough and when to spend more. The D-Link DES-1016A is our lowest-cost sixteen-port option, at about KSh 269 per port. It suits internet browsing, printing, cloud accounting, and online forms far better than chaining small switches. Buyers throughout Kenya tell us it runs for years on a shelf or desk without attention. Walk in to see the D-Link DES-1016A beside our metal and Gigabit models, then choose with confidence. Pay-on-arrival delivery covers every county.
Common Questions About the D-Link DES-1016A
Is the D-Link DES-1016A worth KSh 4,300?
Yes, the D-Link DES-1016A is good value at KSh 4,300 because each of its sixteen ports costs about KSh 269. Two eight-port switches usually cost more, need two adapters, and use up an extra port on each for the link between them. The D-Link DES-1016A also comes from a recognised brand with published specifications, unlike unbranded market switches. For internet sharing, printing, and point-of-sale systems, it gives you the most wired connections for the least money Mascom International currently charges.
D-Link DES-1016A vs D-Link DES-1016D, what is the difference?
The D-Link DES-1016A is a compact desktop switch at KSh 4,300, while the D-Link DES-1016D is a metal rack-mount model at KSh 6,500. Both give sixteen ports at 100Mbps each, so network speed is the same. The DES-1016D adds a steel chassis, rack brackets, and an internal power supply for server cabinets. Choose the D-Link DES-1016A when the switch will sit on a desk or shelf. Choose the DES-1016D when you are building a lockable network cabinet.
Is 100Mbps fast enough for an office or cyber café in Kenya?
Yes, 100Mbps per port is enough for most Kenyan offices and cyber cafés, because few business internet plans exceed it. Each computer on the D-Link DES-1016A can use up to 100Mbps, and the whole switch handles all ports at once. Browsing, email, KRA iTax filing, eCitizen applications, and cloud accounting all use far less than that. Slow internet in a shared room is almost always a plan limit, not a switch limit. Choose Gigabit only for large file transfers between computers, such as video editing or nightly server backups.
How do I connect the D-Link DES-1016A to my Safaricom or Zuku router?
Run one Ethernet cable from any LAN port on your Safaricom, Zuku, Faiba, or Airtel router into any port on the D-Link DES-1016A. Plug in the power adapter, then connect your computers and printers to the remaining ports. Each device gets an internet address from the router automatically, exactly as it would on Wi-Fi. There is no password, app, or setup page on the switch. Auto MDI/MDIX means any standard cable works, and the port lights confirm each connection.
How much electricity does the D-Link DES-1016A use?
The D-Link DES-1016A draws no more than 2.69W at full load, which is less than a phone charger. Running all day every day, that adds up to under 24kWh a year. It powers down ports with nothing plugged in, and it reduces power on short cables automatically. It also supports IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet, which lowers consumption on idle links. For a shop or school that leaves the network on overnight, the running cost stays negligible next to a single light bulb.
Can the D-Link DES-1016A power CCTV cameras or IP phones?
No, the D-Link DES-1016A does not supply Power over Ethernet, so cameras and IP phones need their own power adapters. It still carries their data without any problem, since a single camera stream needs only a small fraction of 100Mbps. If you want one cable to carry both power and video, choose a PoE switch. Mascom International stocks the D-Link DGS-F1010P-E, which powers eight cameras and reaches up to 250 metres. Many installers use both switches together, with the D-Link DES-1016A handling office computers while the PoE switch feeds the cameras.
How does the D-Link DES-1016A handle power cuts and dusty rooms?
The D-Link DES-1016A has no fan, so it does not pull dust through its circuit board the way fan-cooled equipment does. Keep it off the floor and away from open windows in dusty areas for the longest life. During power cuts, it switches off and restarts on its own when power returns, with no settings lost. Connect it to a small UPS alongside your router, and your wired computers stay online through short KPLC interruptions. Because it draws under 3W, the switch barely shortens UPS runtime, leaving more battery for the router and computers.
Who should buy the D-Link DES-1016A, and who should skip it?
Buy the D-Link DES-1016A if you need many wired ports on a tight budget for browsing, printing, POS, or school computer labs. It suits cyber cafés, clinics, small offices, hostels, and retail counters where most traffic goes out to the internet rather than between machines. Skip it if you move large files between computers, run network storage, or pay for fibre faster than 100Mbps. Those users should choose the D-Link DGS-F1016 Gigabit switch. Skip it too if you need rack mounting; the metal D-Link DES-1016D fits cabinets better.
Technical Specifications
Ports and Link Speeds
- Sixteen 10/100Mbps RJ45 ports connect desktops, laptops, printers, and POS terminals over standard network cable.
- Full-duplex mode lets each port send and receive at the same time, doubling usable throughput per link.
- Auto-negotiation picks 10Mbps or 100Mbps automatically, so older printers and new PCs work side by side.
- Auto MDI/MDIX crossover works on every port, so any straight or crossover cable connects correctly.
- Any port can act as the uplink to your router, so there is no special socket to find.
- Front status lights show power and link activity, helping you spot an unplugged cable quickly.
- Cable runs of up to 100 metres per port cover most offices, classrooms, and shop floors from one central point.
Switching Engine and Traffic Handling
- A 3.2Gbps switching fabric lets all sixteen ports run at full speed simultaneously without slowing each other.
- Forwarding rate of 148,800 packets per second per port keeps busy transfers moving without dropped data.
- An 8K MAC address table remembers each device's port, sending traffic only where it needs to go.
- A 256KB packet buffer absorbs short traffic bursts when several users print or download at once.
- IEEE 802.3x flow control prevents data loss when a fast sender overwhelms a slower receiving device.
- IEEE 802.1p priority queuing helps voice calls and video meetings move ahead of bulk downloads.
Energy Saving and Running Cost
- Peak draw of 2.69W adds up to under 24kWh a year, even for switches left running around the clock.
- Unused ports power down automatically, so empty sockets do not waste electricity.
- Cable-length detection reduces power on shorter runs, which covers most desk and classroom installations.
- IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet lowers consumption on idle links during quiet periods.
- Energy Star Level V power adapter meets efficiency rules for standby and no-load power use.
- Standby draw of 2.36W on AC means an idle network overnight uses almost nothing.
Compact Build and Placement
- Measuring 155.7 x 122 x 41mm, the switch fits on a desk corner, shelf, or behind a monitor.
- Fanless design runs completely silent, suiting libraries, classrooms, consultation rooms, and quiet offices.
- No fan also means no moving parts to wear out, supporting years of daily use.
- Desktop form factor needs no cabinet, which saves money in small offices and shops.
- Operating range of 0 to 40°C covers normal indoor conditions across most of Kenya.
- Light, compact housing is easy to move when you rearrange desks or relocate the office.
Power Input and Reliability
- A 5V 1A external adapter powers the switch, drawing only a trickle from a UPS during outages.
- Automatic recovery after a power cut reconnects every device without anyone touching the switch.
- Plug-and-play operation means no firmware setup, passwords, or management software to maintain.
- Low heat output reduces stress on components, helping the switch last longer in warm rooms.
- Standard network behaviour keeps it compatible with routers from Safaricom, Zuku, Airtel, and Faiba.
- A single adapter replaces the two or three plugs needed when several small switches are chained together.
Standards and Certifications
- Complies with IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u, the core standards for 10Mbps and 100Mbps Ethernet.
- Supports IEEE 802.3az, 802.3x, and 802.1p for energy saving, flow control, and traffic priority.
- Carries CE Class B and FCC Class B marks, meaning it meets electromagnetic interference limits.
- CB certification confirms electrical safety testing by an internationally recognised body.
- RoHS and EuP compliance means reduced hazardous materials and better energy efficiency.
- Open Ethernet standards mean any brand of computer, printer, or POS terminal connects without special drivers.
Package Contents
The D-Link DES-1016A ships sealed in D-Link retail packaging with everything needed to get a small network running within minutes of opening the box:
- D-Link DES-1016A 16-port switch
- 5V 1A power adapter
- Quick installation guide
Network cables are not included, so Mascom International supplies ready-made patch cords in several lengths, plus Cat6 cable rolls and RJ45 connectors for longer runs.
Warranty
The D-Link DES-1016A carries a 12-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Bring the switch and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk, where our technicians test it and arrange repair or replacement.
Buying the D-Link DES-1016A from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the D-Link DES-1016A in Black 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 compare the D-Link DES-1016A with our other switches before committing.
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-1016A the same day. Kisumu, Kakamega, Kisii, Meru, and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the switch and pay only when it arrives.
The D-Link DES-1016A comes with the 12-month warranty detailed above.
Small businesses, schools, and cyber cafés nationwide choose Mascom International for straight answers on networking, fair prices, and after-sales support from a physical store they can visit.
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