Hikvision DS-3E0518P-E 16-Port PoE Switch

Hikvision DS-3E0518P-E 16-Port Gigabit PoE Unmanaged Switch

The Hikvision DS-3E0518P-E is a purpose-built unmanaged network switch designed to streamline IP surveillance and security deployments. With 16 Gigabit PoE ports delivering up to 30 W per port and a total PoE budget of 230 W, this switch provides both power and high-speed connectivity to PoE-enabled cameras, access points, and security devices over a single cable. The addition of one Gigabit RJ45 port and one Gigabit SFP fiber port enables flexible uplink options for extended network reach and redundancy.

Key Features

• 16 Gigabit PoE Ports — IEEE 802.3af/at compliant; delivers up to 30 W per port with 230 W total power budget
• Dual Uplink Options — 1× Gigabit RJ45 and 1× Gigabit SFP port for flexible network expansion
• Unmanaged Plug-and-Play — Zero configuration required; immediate deployment without VLAN or QoS setup
• 36 Gbps Switching Capacity — Supports line-rate forwarding at 26.784 Mpps for lag-free data transmission
• Compact Rack-Mountable Design — 1U form factor (440 × 44 × 220.8 mm) with integrated mounting ears for flexible installation
• Durable Metal Chassis — Industrial-grade construction with 6 kV surge protection
• Energy-Efficient Operation — Only 20 W idle power consumption; maximum 250 W under full load

Technical Specifications

Performance: The switch delivers 36 Gbps aggregate throughput with a 4.1 Mbit internal cache and 8 K MAC address table, ensuring smooth operation in mid-sized surveillance networks. PoE power distribution follows end-span wiring standards (pins 1/2 positive, 3/6 negative) compatible with standard cabling infrastructure.

Power Management: Universal AC input (100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz) supports global deployments. The 230 W PoE budget accommodates up to 7–8 simultaneous high-power devices, ideal for mixed camera and wireless deployments.

Environmental Resilience: Operates reliably in harsh conditions with an operating temperature range of –10 °C to 55 °C and storage tolerance up to –40 °C to 85 °C. Humidity tolerance of 5–95% (non-condensing) ensures year-round performance in outdoor and semi-outdoor installations.

Compliance: Full EMC certification (FCC, CE, IC, RCM) and safety approvals (UL, CB, CE-LVD) alongside RoHS compliance ensure regulatory alignment across North American, European, and Asia-Pacific markets.

Applications

Ideal for enterprise surveillance networks, access control systems, building management, retail chains, and multi-location deployments where unmanaged simplicity and PoE power distribution are paramount. The dual uplink ports support network expansion without additional hardware.

Marty Allison

The DS-3E0518P-E excels as a cost-effective, purpose-built backbone for PoE camera networks. Its unmanaged architecture eliminates configuration overhead—critical for installers managing multiple sites. The 230 W PoE budget, while substantial, is best paired with standard 5 MP–8 MP cameras drawing 5–15 W each.

The dual uplink ports (RJ45 + SFP) provide valuable flexibility: use RJ45 for local NVR uplinks or SFP for long-distance fiber runs in large campuses. Operating idle at just 20 W makes it suitable for 24/7 operation. Key limitation: unmanaged means no VLAN isolation, QoS prioritization, or loop detection—appropriate for flat networks but not enterprise multi-building deployments requiring segmentation.

The metal chassis and 6 kV surge protection deliver robust field durability. For plug-and-play surveillance expansion without complexity, this switch delivers exceptional value.