Geovision GV-APOE0811-84 8-Port PoE+ Gigabit Switch with 2 SFP Uplinks
Overview
The GV-APOE0811-84 is a rack-mountable 8-port 802.3af/at PoE+ switch engineered for small-to-mid-scale IP camera deployments where clean cable management and a dedicated PoE budget matter. With a 140W total power budget across eight ports and dual SFP uplink slots, it fits neatly into a 1U rack bay and provides enough headroom for eight standard PoE+ cameras running simultaneously without budget contention. If you're building out a surveillance-grade network switch layer for a camera head-end closet or small NVR rack, this is a purpose-sized unit worth evaluating alongside your power and port count requirements.
Key Features
- 140W PoE+ Budget (802.3af/at): At 140W across 8 ports, you're averaging 17.5W per port — enough to power most outdoor PoE+ cameras (typically 12–25W each) without throttling, assuming you're not stacking 25W devices on every port simultaneously. Plan your worst-case load before speccing the switch.
- IEEE 802.3af/at Compliance: Supports both af (15.4W, for pan/tilt units and indoor domes) and at (30W per-port max) standards, so the switch auto-negotiates with whatever camera or access control reader you plug in. No manual power class configuration required.
- Dual SFP Uplink Ports: Two fiber uplink slots let you extend the network run beyond copper's 100m limit — useful when the IDF is across a building or the NVR closet is in a separate wing. Fiber also eliminates ground-loop interference in electrically noisy environments.
- Rack-Mount Form Factor (1U): At 20 × 17 × 3 inches and 14 lb, this installs in a standard 19-inch rack bay. Purpose-built rack hardware keeps your camera LAN off consumer gear and co-located with the NVR or VMS server for cleaner topology.
- ONVIF-Aligned Deployment: The GV-APOE0811-84 carries ONVIF designation, confirming it's validated for use within GeoVision NVR and VMS ecosystems where ONVIF Profile compliance is a system requirement.
- Operating Range 0°C–40°C: Rated for standard conditioned indoor environments — data closets and equipment rooms within the normal HVAC envelope. Not rated for outdoor or unheated spaces; storage tolerance extends to -40°C/70°C for shipping.
- Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Full gigabit throughput on all PoE ports handles 4K video streams from multiple cameras simultaneously without bandwidth bottlenecking at the edge switch layer.
Integration & Compatibility
The GV-APOE0811-84 is designed for integration with GeoVision IP camera systems and NVR platforms. Its ONVIF compatibility extends to third-party VMS environments where ONVIF Profile S/T devices are accepted. The dual SFP uplinks support standard SFP transceivers for single-mode or multimode fiber runs, giving you flexibility to connect back to your core switch over whatever fiber plant is already in place. Pair this switch with a managed PoE switch at the distribution layer if you need VLAN segmentation or QoS prioritization upstream.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the total PoE power budget on the GV-APOE0811-84?
A: The GV-APOE0811-84 provides a 140W total PoE budget across all 8 PoE ports, with support for IEEE 802.3af (up to 15.4W per port) and 802.3at (up to 30W per port) standards.
Q: Does the GV-APOE0811-84 support fiber uplinks?
A: Yes. The switch includes 2 SFP uplink ports that accept standard SFP fiber transceivers, enabling runs beyond copper's 100-meter limit for connecting to a distribution or core switch over single-mode or multimode fiber.
Q: Is the GV-APOE0811-84 rack-mountable?
A: Yes. It is designed for 19-inch rack installation in a 1U form factor, measuring 20 × 17 × 3 inches and weighing 14 lb.
Q: What is the warranty on the GV-APOE0811-84?
A: The GV-APOE0811-84 carries a 3-year manufacturer warranty.
Q: Is the GV-APOE0811-84 compatible with non-GeoVision cameras?
A: The switch supports IEEE 802.3af/at PoE standards, so any compliant IP camera or device will receive power and data. ONVIF designation confirms it is validated for GeoVision ecosystems, but it will power any 802.3af/at device regardless of brand.
Q: What operating temperatures does the GV-APOE0811-84 support?
A: The unit operates between 0°C and 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Storage temperature range is -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F). It is intended for conditioned indoor environments only.
The GV-APOE0811-84 is a straightforward 8-port PoE+ edge switch with a 140W budget — I'd call it a right-sized unit for a single camera cluster in a retail or small commercial install where you need a dedicated switch for a head-end closet without overbuying port count or budget. The dual SFP uplinks are the detail worth noting: they give you a clean fiber backhaul option that most 8-port unmanaged switches skip entirely.
Technical Highlights:
- 140W PoE Budget: Across 8 ports, you're looking at 17.5W average per port. That comfortably covers standard 802.3at outdoor cameras in the 12–18W range. Push eight 25W PTZ units simultaneously and you'll hit the ceiling — calculate your worst-case load before finalizing the design.
- 802.3af/at Dual-Standard PoE: Auto-negotiation means you're not locked into one device class. A mix of access readers (af, ~5W) and IR cameras (at, 15–25W) coexist on the same switch without per-port manual configuration.
- Dual SFP Uplinks: These slots are the architectural differentiator at this port count. Single-mode fiber to the MDF eliminates the 100m copper constraint and ground-loop risk — particularly relevant in warehouse or parking structure installs where cable runs and electrical environments work against you.
Deployment Considerations:
- Operating range tops out at 40°C — confirm your rack or closet maintains that ceiling under summer load. An enclosed rack without active cooling can spike well past that in a non-air-conditioned space.
- The 140W budget is shared across all 8 ports. If you're speccing high-wattage PTZ cameras or heated-housing cameras that draw near 30W each, you'll exhaust the budget at 5–6 devices, not 8. Verify per-device draw from the camera datasheet before committing to this unit at full port density.
This switch fits best in a small commercial camera deployment — retail, clinic, or light industrial — where a dedicated 8-port PoE+ edge layer in a 1U rack slot is the right architecture and you need fiber uplink flexibility without stepping up to a 24-port managed unit.
