D-Link A/NZ DGS-F1210 Series smart managed PoE+ switches

D-Link A/NZ has launched its DGS-F1210 Series smart managed PoE+ switches. The four latest models offer 8, 16 and 24 PoE+ ports, with Long Reach and extended PoE capability, to supply 802.3af/at PoE and connectivity on Ethernet cables up to 250 m long. The switches also provide a feature set including VLAN, LACP, RSTP, MSTP, ERPS and more.

With a variety of port options, users can provide power for their PoE-powered devices including IP cameras, CCTV devices, VoIP phones and Wi-Fi access points. The switches are designed to suit almost all type of requirement, including a 24-port Gigabit Ethernet switch with an extended PoE budget of 380 W.

Built-in 6 kV surge protection effectively protects each switch against sudden electrical surges caused by events such as lightning strikes or unstable electrical current. It also reduces the chances of any connected equipment being damaged from electrical surges, minimising the need for equipment repairs or replacement.

The series features sub-50 ms recovery due to its Ethernet ring protection switching (ERPS) capabilities, while its spanning tree protocols (STP) enable alternative paths for Layer 2 failover. Link aggregation (802.3ad) and quality of service (QoS) with weighted round robin (WRR) are also enabled, so that VoIP and IPTV applications run smoothly and seamlessly. The network OAM also helps enable service providers to fulfil their service-level agreements and provide carrier-grade service.

The series maintains strict control over network access due to IEEE 802.1X port/host-based access control, VLANs and RADIUS authentication, enhanced by IP-MAC-Port Binding at the user level. Loop protection guards the network from broadcast, multicast and unicast flooding, while access control listing (ACL) bolsters network security without sacrificing switch performance.

With support for PoE, connected devices can be powered in remote locations where an electric outlet is difficult to access, making deployments easier. Should power-related issues occur there are also capabilities such as a PoE Watchdog, in addition to surge protection, on all Gigabit Ethernet ports and cable diagnostics for quick troubleshooting. The web Interface is easy to navigate and user-friendly, making the switches simple to configure.