Araknis Networks AN-110-SW-C-5P Compact PoE Gigabit 5-Port Switch

If you have ever tried fitting “just one more switch” behind a TV, inside a structured wiring can, or in a tight AV nook, you already know why compact networking gear matters. The Araknis Networks AN-110-SW-C-5P is built for exactly those installs, giving you reliable 5-port Gigabit expansion in a small, quiet, installer-friendly form factor.

What makes it practical is how it powers and how it mounts. This switch can be powered via PoE, which helps eliminate bulky wall warts and frees up outlet space. It is also fanless, so it stays silent, which is a big deal for living rooms, conference rooms, and anywhere you do not want gear noise. The side-facing ports are a small design detail that makes a big difference, cables route cleaner and you end up with a tighter, more professional finish.

One of the best use cases is using it as a “local distribution point” for a TV wall, a display, or a small room zone. You can bring a single network drop in, then break it out to multiple endpoints like a streaming device, smart TV, control processor, or a local access point. It also supports PoE pass-through with up to a 15W max port to power another PoE device nearby, which can simplify installs dramatically when you are trying to avoid adding power in hard-to-reach spots.

A quick planning note before you install: this product does not include a power supply. Power it using a PoE switch, a PoE injector, or an optional DC power supply. Also, if it is powered by PoE+, the PoE pass-through has a limit of 50 m (there is no limitation when powered by the optional DC power supply). That is the kind of detail that prevents frustrating callbacks, so it is worth deciding your power method upfront.

For teams building smart home or smart business networks, it also fits nicely into a support-first workflow. If you are standardizing around Araknis, add this to your “tight space kit” and point customers to your internal category like Shop Araknis switches or Explore PoE network switches so they land on the right hardware fast.

You get clean Gigabit expansion where normal switches do not fit, without adding noise or messy power bricks. PoE powering helps simplify installs, and PoE pass-through can reduce the need for a second power solution near the endpoint. Overall, it is a practical, professional-grade way to make tight installs look and perform like a planned network, not an afterthought.

5 side-facing Gigabit ports for clean, tight installs
Powered by PoE for space-saving deployment (no wall adapter required)
PoE pass-through up to 15W max to power another PoE device
Fanless metal design for silent operation behind TVs and in closets
Compact enclosure fits VersaBox and structured wiring cans
OvrC enabled for easier remote visibility and support workflows
Important: no power supply included (PoE switch, injector, or DC supply)
Note: when powered by PoE+, PoE pass-through limit is 50m