In-orbit tests(IOT) of payloads on communication satellites are important work. In actual work, there are sorts of the IOT items which will cost long time, and the measurement precision is highly required, manual work can’t meet the test requirement, so it is necessary to develop an IOT system of ground station. Switch network is the important part of IOT system. The function and necessity of switch network in this system is introduced in this paper, and we analyze the working principle and functions of switch network, then put forward its design and realization. At last we analyze the test report. After its being in use, the test efficiency and measurement precision and automation level are highly promoted, then it meets the design requirement.