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Ethernet and PoE Network Switches

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Network switches include Gigabit Ethernet and PoE models from brands such as Hikvision and Imou, alongside optical transceivers, media converters and Ethernet extenders. The range suits shoppers planning wired connections for home or work. Choose according to the number of devices, individual port speeds, PoE port count, stated power and the availability of separate Uplink connections.



Network switches cover Gigabit Ethernet and PoE models for planning multiple wired connections. The range also includes WDM SFP optical transceivers, media converters and Ethernet extenders. Brands include Hikvision, Imou, Ugreen, Extra Digital, Hismart, Dahua Technology Co., Ltd and Planet Technology Corporation. Port layouts and stated connection speeds provide useful starting points when comparing equipment for a particular network.

How to choose network switches

Count the device connections needed and allow for the connection to the rest of the network. For PoE equipment, compare the number of PoE ports and the stated power with the requirements of the devices being connected. Check ordinary Ethernet ports and Uplink ports separately, since their speeds can differ within the same switch.

  • Gigabit Ethernet switches: options include eight-port and 24-port models. Match the port count to the planned wired connections and any connections needed later.
  • PoE port count: the total port count can exceed the number of PoE ports. A six-port model, for example, can provide four PoE connections.
  • Stated PoE power: the listed switches have different power figures. Compare the stated figure with the requirements of the intended connected equipment.
  • Uplink connections: some switches have two Gigabit Uplink ports. Other ports on the same model may operate at 100 Mbps.
  • Optical equipment: compare transceiver format, connector, fibre type and transmit and receive wavelengths. The optical module description also specifies speed and distance.
  • Ethernet extenders: the range includes 10/100M devices with stated extension distances. Consider both the connection speed and the distance specified for the individual device.

For a small wired network, port count and speed are practical first filters. Networks with PoE devices also require attention to power, while optical connections and longer Ethernet runs introduce the relevant transceivers, converters and extenders.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every port on a PoE switch provide PoE?

A PoE switch can have fewer PoE ports than its total port count. For example, the PFS3006-4ET-36 has six ports, including four PoE ports.

Does Gigabit Uplink mean every switch port is Gigabit?

Gigabit Uplink describes the relevant Uplink ports. The range includes PoE switches with 100 Mbps ports and separate Gigabit Uplink connections.

Which details should I compare when selecting an optical transceiver?

For an optical transceiver, compare the format, speed, connector, fibre type and transmit and receive wavelengths. The listed WDM SFP transceiver also has a specified connection distance.