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    NETGEAR GS108EP-100NAS 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch
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    NETGEAR GS108EP-100NAS

    NETGEAR GS108EP-100NAS 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch

    Compact, unmanaged Gigabit switch purpose-built for surveillance and access control deployments where simplicity and reliability matter more than

    • All 8 Gigabit ports deliver PoE+ (802.3at) up to 30W, eliminating separate injectors.
    • 10 Gbps switching fabric lets all ports run simultaneous full-rate streams without congestion.
    • Zero-configuration unmanaged design reduces deployment time and field troubleshooting risk.
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    NETGEAR GS108E-400NAS 8-Port Gigabit Plus Switch
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    NETGEAR GS108E-400NAS 8-Port Gigabit Plus Switch

    Managed gigabit switch designed for small-to-medium IP security and surveillance deployments

    • Eight GigE RJ45 ports deliver 10G aggregate throughput for concurrent camera streams.
    • Web GUI and CLI QoS controls let you prioritize live video over management traffic.
    • Wall and ceiling mount options simplify deployment in network closets and edge sites.
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    NETGEAR GS108LP-100NAS 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Unmanaged Switch
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    NETGEAR GS108LP-100NAS

    NETGEAR GS108LP-100NAS 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Unmanaged Switch

    N unmanaged gigabit PoE+ switch purpose-built for small-to-midsize security, access control, and enterprise communications deployments

    • All 8 ports deliver 1 Gbps full-duplex, supporting simultaneous 5MP+ IP cameras.
    • 60W PoE+ budget powers mixed devices—cameras, APs, VoIP—without external injectors.
    • Unmanaged plug-and-play design enables zero-config deployment in minutes, no CLI needed.
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    NETGEAR GS108-400NAS 8PT Gigabit Ethernet Switch
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    NETGEAR GS108-400NAS

    NETGEAR GS108-400NAS 8PT Gigabit Ethernet Switch

    N unmanaged gigabit switch engineered for surveillance, access control, and networked device installations where IP cameras, NVRs, network storage

    • 8 full-duplex gigabit ports support simultaneous 4–8 MP camera streams without packet loss.
    • 16 Gbps switching capacity prevents internal congestion under sustained multi-camera recording.
    • Unmanaged plug-and-play design eliminates CLI setup, ideal for rapid or low-IT-support sites.
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    NETGEAR MSM4332-TAANES M4350-24M4X4V Managed Switch
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    NETGEAR MSM4332-TAANES M4350-24M4X4V Managed Switch

    Managed switch purpose-built for enterprise core and edge deployments where you need mixed-speed connectivity, reliable uplink aggregation, and

    • 45-port mixed-speed design supports 24x1G copper, 4x25G SFP28, and 4x100G QSFP28 uplinks.
    • 880W PoE++ (802.3bt) budget drives high-draw cameras, APs, and VoIP across 1G ports.
    • Redundant hot-swap AC PSUs with NSF hitless failover eliminate downtime during maintenance.
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    NETGEAR Switch - M4350-16M4V - 1U - 16X - MSM4320-100NES
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    NETGEAR MSM4320-100NES

    NETGEAR Switch - M4350-16M4V - 1U - 16X - MSM4320-100NES

    1U managed network switch engineered for surveillance and PoE-dense edge aggregation deployments

    • 16x 2.5G PoE++ ports deliver up to 90W each, eliminating injectors for high-draw cameras.
    • 405W total PoE budget powers all 16 ports simultaneously—no staged startup required.
    • 4x 25G SFP28 uplinks provide 100G aggregate capacity for dense 4K camera aggregation.
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    NETGEAR AFT402-10000S Fan Tray M4500 32-Port 10G Switch
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    NETGEAR AFT402-10000S

    NETGEAR AFT402-10000S Fan Tray for M4500 Switches

    Replacement fan tray assembly designed for the M4500 series managed switches

    • Drop-in OEM fit for M4500-32C and M4500-48XF8C chassis—no modifications required.
    • Sustains airflow across C3558/8GB DDR3 ECC under 3,558W sustained switching load.
    • Protects 32-port 10G/100G fabric and out-of-band 1G management port from thermal throttling.
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    NETGEAR XSM4396K1-100NES M4300-96X Managed Switch
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    NETGEAR XSM4396K1-100NES

    NETGEAR XSM4396K1-100NES M4300-96X Managed Switch

    • 96-port 10 Gigabit managed switch for enterprise data centers
    • 480W PoE budget across SFP+ ports
    • Layer 2/3 managed switching with stacking capability
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    NETGEAR XSM4344C-100NES PoE Network Switch
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    NETGEAR XSM4344C-100NES

    NETGEAR XSM4344C-100NES PoE Network Switch

    96-port managed network switch built for high-density enterprise deployments where port count and 10G per-port throughput are non-negotiable

    • 96 ports at 10G each eliminate uplink bottlenecks in high-density switch fabrics.
    • CLI, Web GUI, and SNMP management support VLANs and QoS across complex deployments.
    • PoE++ (802.3bt) per-port power delivery supports high-draw cameras and access control.
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    NETGEAR XSM4344FC-100NES M4350-40F4C Managed Switch
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    NETGEAR XSM4344FC-100NES M4350-40F4C Managed Switch

    96-port managed switch purpose-built for enterprise data centers and large-scale distributed surveillance networks requiring deterministic 10G

    • 96 ports at 10G line rate deliver 960 Gbps aggregate throughput without oversubscription.
    • PoE++ (802.3bt) supplies up to 90W per port, eliminating external injectors for high-draw cameras.
    • 802.1Q VLAN segmentation isolates camera, NVR, and office traffic on one managed fabric.
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    NETGEAR GS605NA 5-Port Gigabit Switch 1000 Mbps Desktop
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    NETGEAR GS605NA

    NETGEAR GS605NA Gigabit Desktop Switch

    5-port unmanaged Gigabit switch designed for small office, workgroup, and IP surveillance deployments where straightforward Ethernet expansion

    • All 5 ports deliver 1000 Mbps full-duplex, supporting concurrent HD camera streams.
    • Plug-and-play unmanaged design deploys instantly with no configuration required.
    • Fanless, silent operation suits surveillance control rooms and open office installs.
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    NETGEAR XSM4340FV-TAANES PoE Network Switch
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    NETGEAR XSM4340FV-TAANES

    NETGEAR XSM4340FV-TAANES PoE Network Switch

    45-port managed switch designed to serve as an infrastructure backbone for enterprise and large-scale deployments

    • 45 ports at 10G line rate eliminate bottlenecks when aggregating high-density camera feeds.
    • Single-mode fiber support extends reach across geographically dispersed campus or facility links.
    • TAA-compliant managed switch with VLAN and SNMP support meets government procurement requirements.
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    NETGEAR XS508TM-100NAS 8-Port 10G Smart Switch
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    NETGEAR XS508TM-100NAS

    NETGEAR XS508TM-100NAS 8-Port 10G Smart Switch

    Managed 10G Ethernet switch designed for surveillance networks, data centers, and edge deployments that require deterministic packet handling without

    • All 8 ports run 10 Gbps symmetric throughput, eliminating mixed-speed bottlenecks.
    • PoE++ (802.3bt) on every port powers high-draw PTZ and thermal devices up to ~90W.
    • Built-in 802.1Q VLANs and port-level QoS isolate and prioritize surveillance traffic.
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    NETGEAR MSM4332-100NES M4350-24M4X4V Managed Switch
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    NETGEAR MSM4332-100NES M4350-24M4X4V Managed Switch

    96-port managed switch engineered for dense security and surveillance deployments where bandwidth contention and traffic isolation are non-negotiable

    • 96 ports with 100G uplinks eliminate backplane bottlenecks in large camera deployments.
    • PoE++ (802.3bt) delivers up to 95W per port, powering high-draw cameras without injectors.
    • VLAN, QoS, and SNMP support isolate surveillance traffic and enable real-time port monitoring.
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    NETGEAR GS116EPP-100NAS PoE Network Switch
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    NETGEAR GS116EPP-100NAS

    NETGEAR GS116EPP-100NAS PoE Network Switch

    16-port Gigabit Ethernet switch with integrated PoE+ power delivery, purpose-built for IP security deployments where simplicity and reliability

    • All 16 ports deliver Gigabit PoE+ power and data with 32 Gbps non-blocking throughput.
    • 95W total PoE budget supports mixed camera and access control device deployments.
    • Unmanaged design eliminates configuration overhead—wire it, power it, and it runs.
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    NETGEAR GS116EP-100NAS 16-Port Gigabit Switch with PoE+
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    NETGEAR GS116EP-100NAS

    NETGEAR GS116EP-100NAS 16-Port Gigabit Switch with PoE+

    16-port Gigabit Ethernet switch purpose-built for infrastructure requiring integrated power delivery

    • All 16 ports deliver PoE+ (802.3at) at up to 30W each, powering cameras and APs directly.
    • Gigabit speed on every port ensures full-rate throughput to each connected endpoint.
    • Zero-config unmanaged design means immediate traffic forwarding — no setup overhead.
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    NETGEAR GS105P-300NAS PoE Network Switch
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    NETGEAR GS105P-300NAS

    NETGEAR GS105P-300NAS PoE Network Switch

    Compact, unmanaged network switch purpose-built for space-constrained installations where straightforward Gigabit connectivity and PoE power delivery

    • Five Gigabit ports deliver 1000 Mbps per port for cameras and APs.
    • PoE+ (802.3at/af) on all ports eliminates separate power runs to endpoints.
    • Unmanaged plug-and-play operation requires zero configuration on deployment.
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    NETGEAR CSM4532-100NAS M4500-32C Managed Switch
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    NETGEAR CSM4532-100NAS

    NETGEAR CSM4532-100NAS M4500-32C Managed Switch

    32-port 100G managed switch purpose-built for consolidated AV-over-IP and enterprise data infrastructure

    • 32×100G QSFP28 ports deliver 3.2Tbps non-blocking throughput for dense AV-over-IP.
    • 3558W power budget sustains all 32 ports at full load with no oversubscription.
    • IGMP multicast and color-based QoS simplify Dante, NDI, AES67, and Q-SYS deployment.
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    Hanwha HV-X530L-10GHXM-90 8-Port PoE++ Network Switch
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    Hanwha HV-X530L-10GHXM-90

    Hanwha HV-X530L-10GHXM-90 8-Port PoE++ Network Switch

    Managed Ethernet switch purpose-built for high-density IP surveillance deployments, delivering 8 Gigabit PoE++ ports with 500W aggregate power budget

    • 8-port Gigabit PoE++ switch with 500W power budget
    • Up to 90W per port (802.3bt) for high-draw PTZ cameras
    • Dual 10GB SFP+ uplinks for core network integration
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    Geovision 140-APOE81W-000 8-Port PoE+ Network Switch
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    Geovision 140-APOE81W-000

    Geovision 140-APOE81W-000 8-Port PoE+ Network Switch

    Managed network switch designed to consolidate power delivery and data connectivity for mid-sized IP camera deployments

    • Eight PoE+ ports deliver 30W each via 802.3at, powering PTZ and thermal cameras directly.
    • Dual gigabit uplinks provide redundant backhaul, isolating surveillance traffic from business data.
    • VLAN, QoS, and port mirroring enable traffic segmentation and live diagnostic packet capture.
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    Geovision 140-POE0811-G02 PoE Network Switch (view 5)
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    Geovision 140-POE0811-G02 PoE Network Switch

    PoE+ network switch engineered for distributed IP camera and access-control installations

    • Delivers 30W per port via 802.3at PoE+, powering high-draw cameras without injectors.
    • Fanless design eliminates moving parts for silent, maintenance-free equipment room installs.
    • ONVIF Profile S compatibility allows mixed-brand camera and NVR deployments on one switch.
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    Geovision 84-APOE161-401U 16-Port Managed Switch
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    Geovision 84-APOE161-401U

    Geovision 84-APOE161-401U 16-Port Managed Switch

    16-port managed Ethernet switch designed for mid-to-large IP security deployments and multi-building surveillance networks

    • 16 x 10/100/1000 Mbps ports sustain simultaneous multi-camera streams without bottleneck.
    • Extended-range PoE eliminates outdoor power runs to remote cameras beyond 100m cable limits.
    • Web-based management enables VLAN, port prioritization, and link monitoring from any browser.
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    Hanwha HV-X530L-52GPX-90 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Network Switch
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    Hanwha HV-X530L-52GPX-90 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Network Switch

    Enterprise-grade managed Ethernet switch purpose-built for large-scale IP security deployments, delivering 48 Gigabit PoE+ ports with 740W total

    • 48-port Gigabit PoE++ switch with 740W power budget
    • Four 10GB SFP+ uplinks for core network redundancy
    • Layer 2/3 managed with VLAN, QoS, and multicast support
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    Geovision 140-POE0410-E00 4-Port PoE+ Network Switch
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    Geovision 140-POE0410-E00 4-Port PoE+ Network Switch

    Dedicated PoE+ network switch designed to power and network IP PTZ cameras and compatible surveillance devices over single Ethernet runs

    • Delivers 95W total PoE+ (802.3at) across 4 independent RJ45 ports (~24W each).
    • Arctic-grade sealed construction handles outdoor thermal cycling and salt spray.
    • Plug-and-play PoE injection; no config needed for any 802.3at-compliant IP camera.
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    Code Blue 9-Port PoE+ Switch/Housing - SLNP0050
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    Code Blue 9-Port PoE+ Switch/Housing - SLNP0050

    9-port PoE+ switch integrated into a multi-mount housing designed to consolidate power delivery and network connectivity for Code Blue VoIP

    • Nine PoE+ (802.3at) ports eliminate separate power supplies across distributed speaker deployments.
    • Wall, pole, recessed, and rack mounting adapts to towers, facades, and equipment rooms.
    • Consolidates power and switching for CB1/CB2/CB4/CB5/CB6/CB9/CBRT towers and LS paging systems.
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PoE Switches — Engineering-Grade Network Infrastructure for Commercial Deployments

This category covers 0 working models of poe switches sourced manufacturer-direct or through channel-direct US distribution. Build the rest of your system around the architectural choices below — compatibility, environmental rating, and lifecycle decisions made here propagate through every downstream component you specify.

What to Look For

Port count and PoE budget come first. An 8-camera install needs at least 9 ports (cameras + uplink), with PoE budget covering the sum of per-camera PoE class. Account for uplink speed: 1 Gbps uplinks bottleneck under heavy video load on switches with 8+ high-resolution cameras. SFP+ or 10 Gbps uplinks remove that bottleneck on growing sites.

Managed versus unmanaged switches affect troubleshooting and VLAN segmentation. Managed switches (HPE Aruba, Cisco, Netgear ProSAFE M-series) support VLANs, link-aggregation, port mirroring, and SNMP monitoring — essential for any deployment over 16 cameras or with mixed traffic. Unmanaged switches work for small isolated camera networks but limit growth and troubleshooting visibility.

Layer 3 capability (routing, VLAN inter-VLAN routing) becomes important when surveillance, access control, and corporate traffic share the same physical network. Surveillance VLAN isolation is now standard practice — segregate camera traffic from corporate Wi-Fi and guest networks to prevent broadcast storms and lateral attack paths. Confirm the switch supports the VLAN count and ACL complexity you need.

Outdoor/industrial deployments need ruggedized switches. ComNet, Antaira, and Moxa make hardened switches rated for -40°C to +75°C, vibration, and waterproof housings. DIN-rail mounting fits standard outdoor enclosures. Standard data-closet switches in outdoor enclosures fail within 1-2 years from condensation and temperature swings; spec the right environment rating up front.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between managed and unmanaged PoE switches?

Unmanaged switches power-on and forward traffic without configuration — simplest deployment but no VLAN, no monitoring, no troubleshooting visibility. Managed switches add VLANs, link-aggregation, port mirroring, SNMP, and remote-management interfaces. For deployments above 16 cameras or those sharing infrastructure with other systems, managed is the right choice; the per-port cost is modest and the operational benefit is large.

How much PoE budget should I size for?

Sum the PoE-class budget of all PoE-powered devices, then add 20-30% headroom for growth. Eight 802.3at cameras at 30W max each is 240W minimum — but a 130W-budget 8-port PoE+ switch can't deliver that. Confirm both per-port budget and total PoE budget; many entry-level switches advertise PoE+ ports but cap aggregate budget at half the per-port maximum.

Do I need 10 Gbps uplinks?

For installations under 32 cameras with mid-resolution streams, 1 Gbps uplinks suffice. Above that, or when you need fast investigative playback for many simultaneous reviewers, 10 Gbps (SFP+) uplinks remove the choke point. NVRs writing to NAS over the network also benefit. SFP+ has become reasonably affordable on managed switches; opt for it on new installs over 16 cameras.

Can I run VoIP and video on the same switch?

Yes — modern managed switches use VLAN segregation to keep VoIP, video, and data traffic separated even on shared physical ports. Use QoS (Quality of Service) to prioritize VoIP for low latency and assign video its own queue. Avoid mixing untagged traffic types on a single switch port without VLAN configuration; broadcast storms and bandwidth competition cause both voice and video quality issues.

What's the right uplink between buildings on a campus?

Single-mode fiber for runs over 100 m, multi-mode for shorter runs (typically up to 550 m on OM3, 300 m on OM4 at 10 Gbps). Bidirectional SFPs (single fiber instead of pair) save fiber count when the run is already deployed. Avoid copper between buildings — ground-potential differences during lightning strikes destroy switch SFP modules even when surge-protected.

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