ZyXEL's ES-1016 is a 16-port 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch. It provides auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps switching capabilities for efficient connectivity to servers, workstations and other attached devices. Plug-n-play usability, outstanding price-to-performance ratio, and flexible designs make the ES-1016 simple and affordable solution for a wide range of workgroup applications.ES-1016 features auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps ports that automatically detect the speed and duplex mode of attached networking devices, making installation fast and easy. Auto-MDI/MDI-X features automatically adjust the transmit/receive pins within a port, rendering crossover cables unnecessary. Auto MDI/MDI-X is based on signals detected from the wires of attached devices.