NETGEAR GS116PP-100NAS 16-Port Gigabit PoE+ Unmanaged Switch
Overview
The NETGEAR GS116PP-100NAS is a 16-port unmanaged gigabit network switch with integrated PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) power delivery across all ports. The 183W power budget means you can run a mixed load of powered devices — IP cameras, wireless access points, and door controllers — without stacking separate PoE injectors at the edge. Because it's unmanaged, there's no CLI or web interface to configure; plug in power and Ethernet, and devices get power and connectivity immediately. That simplicity translates to lower deployment cost and shorter commissioning time in small-to-medium security and building automation deployments.
The GS116PP-100NAS (also searched as GS116PP 100NAS) is housed in plastic and supports wall and ceiling mounting, making it suitable for wiring closets, network racks, or outdoor network enclosures where space is tight. The 5-year limited warranty aligns with enterprise refresh cycles and provides confidence in supply continuity for ongoing projects.
Port configuration and throughput
All 16 ports operate at gigabit (1000 Mbps) speeds with no blocking — each port can send and receive at full wire rate. This eliminates throughput bottlenecks when multiple high-bitrate IP cameras feed video to an NVR or when wireless access points upstream demand sustained backhaul bandwidth. Switching capacity is non-oversubscribed, meaning you won't see dropped frames or retransmissions due to internal fabric congestion.
Port count matters for scale: 16 ports cover a typical distributed deployment of 8–12 PoE cameras plus 2–4 access points or auxiliary IoT devices. If your site requires more than 16 endpoints, plan for a second switch or cascade two GS116PP units through uplink ports.
PoE delivery
The 183W total power budget distributes across all 16 ports using NETGEAR's FlexPoE technology, which allocates power dynamically based on real-time device draw rather than reserving a fixed wattage per port. In practical terms: a 5MP IP camera consuming 6W and a wireless access point consuming 8W use 14W combined, leaving 169W for additional devices. You're not locked into a per-port power ceiling that forces oversizing.
183W is sufficient for a mix of standard PoE devices (under 30W each). If you're planning outdoor PTZ cameras (which often draw 35–60W) or devices requiring 90W (IEEE 802.3bt High Power), this switch is not the right choice — escalate to a managed PoE+ or 90W-class switch. For typical IP cameras (5–8MP, fixed lens) and most wireless infrastructure, the GS116PP-100NAS covers the load without strain.
Management and monitoring
Unmanaged operation means no SNMP, no CLI, no web GUI. Device discovery and power monitoring happen at the NVR or network management tool level, not at the switch. This is an advantage in simple deployments — fewer failure modes, fewer firmware updates — but a limitation if you need per-port statistics, VLAN isolation, or QoS prioritization. For those capabilities, you'd need a managed gigabit switch from the NETGEAR commercial line.
Environmental ratings
The GS116PP-100NAS operates in industrial-temperature ranges, meaning it tolerates broader ambient swings than typical office-grade switches. Plastic housing provides cost savings but offers less thermal dissipation than metal enclosures; verify adequate ventilation in your mounting location, especially if the switch is in a sealed cabinet with other heat-generating equipment.
Installation notes
The switch supports both wall and ceiling mounting via standard bracket options (verify bracket compatibility with your enclosure or conduit layout). Plug power into a standard AC outlet or UPS, then run RJ-45 runs from your distribution point to each endpoint. No configuration required — devices negotiate PoE automatically. Use short cable runs (under 100 meters per IEEE 802.3) to avoid voltage drop on longer PoE runs; if your cabling exceeds 80 meters, consider a midspan injector or managed switch with per-port power diagnostics.
What's in the Box
The specific package contents are not detailed in the available evidence. Contact the manufacturer or specialty distributor for exact included items and mounting hardware details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use the GS116PP-100NAS to power high-wattage devices like outdoor PTZ cameras?
A: The 183W total budget limits per-device power in a mixed environment. A single 50W PTZ camera consumes 27% of total switch capacity, leaving only 133W for 15 other ports. For deployments with multiple high-power devices, a managed PoE+ switch or 90W-class switch (IEEE 802.3bt) is more appropriate.
Q: Is the GS116PP-100NAS compatible with NETGEAR managed switches for network stacking?
A: No — the GS116PP-100NAS is unmanaged and does not support stacking or LACP link aggregation. It operates as a standalone plug-and-play switch. If you need redundancy or link bundling, use a managed NETGEAR switch instead.
Q: Can I enable VLANs or QoS on the GS116PP-100NAS?
A: No, the unmanaged architecture does not support VLAN tagging, port mirroring, or quality-of-service rules. All ports are on the same broadcast domain. For network segmentation, deploy a managed switch or implement VLANs upstream at your core switch.
Q: What is the maximum cable length I can run from the switch to a PoE device?
A: IEEE 802.3at PoE is rated to 100 meters (328 feet) of Cat5e or better cabling. Beyond 80 meters, voltage drop on the power pins begins to impact delivery; test long runs or use a voltage booster midspan if cable length approaches or exceeds 90 meters.
Q: What is the warranty coverage on the GS116PP-100NAS?
A: The GS116PP-100NAS includes a 5-year limited warranty covering hardware defects and manufacturing issues under normal operating conditions.
Q: Does the GS116PP-100NAS support Power over Ethernet (PoE) on all 16 ports?
A: Yes — all 16 ports deliver PoE+ (802.3at) up to the total 183W budget, distributed dynamically via FlexPoE technology.
The GS116PP-100NAS lands in a specific niche: you need gigabit switching with native PoE+ across every port, but you don't need per-port power metering, VLANs, or managed uplink redundancy. The 183W FlexPoE budget is the key differentiator here — it allocates power dynamically rather than reserving a fixed slice per port, so you're not penalized for having a mix of low-draw devices (6W cameras) and medium-draw gear (20W access points).
Technical Highlights:
- 16 gigabit ports all PoE+: No uplink/downlink splits — every port is rated for both data and power delivery. Cuts cabling complexity compared to mixed managed/unmanaged deployments.
- 183W dynamic power budget: FlexPoE distributes wattage in real time, so a 10-device deployment consuming 80W total doesn't artificially reserve 480W. Meaningful cost savings if you're powering a large count of low-wattage IP cameras or sensors.
- Unmanaged, fanless operation: No moving parts, no firmware to patch, no configuration interface to stumble through. Ideal for sites where IT bandwidth is scarce or where you want a fire-and-forget switch in a distributed location (parking lot, warehouse annex).
- 5-year warranty: Enterprise-class confidence for a sub-$400 device — typical for NETGEAR commercial switches in this class.
Deployment Considerations:
- No per-port PoE diagnostics: If a camera drops offline due to power negotiation failure, you won't get a warning from the switch — you'll discover it when the NVR shows a missing stream. Plan for basic cable continuity testing at commissioning.
- Plastic housing and industrial-temperature range: Adequate for wiring closets and indoor racks, but if you're mounting this in a sealed cabinet without active cooling, monitor internal temperature. Thermal throttling on a switch is rare, but it can happen under sustained load in confined spaces.
- 183W ceiling with high-power devices: A single 60W outdoor PTZ camera uses one-third of the budget. If your site has more than one or two high-wattage cameras, you'll quickly hit the limit and be forced to choose between cameras or split the load across two switches.
- All ports on one broadcast domain: No native VLAN or port isolation. If security-adjacent (e.g., camera VLAN separate from Wi-Fi guest traffic), push segmentation upstream to your core switch or a managed access layer.
Deploy the GS116PP-100NAS in small-to-medium surveillance or building automation sites where unmanaged simplicity and dynamic PoE distribution outweigh the need for per-port monitoring or advanced network features. It's also a solid choice for temporary or rapid-deployment scenarios (event security, disaster recovery) where you need gigabit PoE without the overhead of a managed switch.
