🔹 Overview – D-Link DGS-F1210-18PS-E Smart PoE+ Surveillance Switch
The D-Link DGS-F1210-18PS-E is a high-performance 16-port Gigabit PoE+ smart switch with 250m long reach capability, engineered for IP surveillance, wireless APs, and small business networking environments in Kenya.
Featuring 16 PoE+ ports (IEEE 802.3af/at) and 2 SFP uplink ports, this smart switch is built to transmit power and data up to 250 meters, making it perfect for wide-area camera installations or access point setups.
Equipped with advanced Layer 2 management features, VLAN support, QoS prioritization, port security, and D-Link Green technology, this switch combines flexibility, control, and energy efficiency for growing businesses.
⚙️ Key Features – DGS-F1210-18PS-E
✅ 16 x Gigabit PoE+ Ports – IEEE 802.3af/at compliant, 30W per port
✅ 250m PoE+ Long Range – Ideal for remote IP camera deployments
✅ 2 x SFP Uplink Ports – For fiber uplink or network redundancy
✅ PoE Budget – 135W total power budget for connected devices
✅ Switching Capacity – 36 Gbps
✅ Advanced VLAN & QoS Support – Up to 4K VLANs, Voice VLAN, traffic prioritization
✅ SNMP & Web GUI – Easy management via GUI or CLI
✅ Security Features – MAC port security, 802.1X authentication, DHCP screening
✅ Smart Operation Modes – DIP-switch selectable: VLAN, Extend (250m), QoS, PoE watchdog
✅ Energy Efficient – EEE compliant, with D-Link Green technology
✅ Compact Rackmountable Design – Built-in fan and PSU, fits 19” racks
Technical Specifications for D-Link DGS-F1210-18PS-E 16-port Gigabit
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Ports | 16 x 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+, 2 x SFP |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af/at, 30W per port |
| Total PoE Budget | 135W |
| Switching Capacity | 36 Gbps |
| VLAN Support | 4K VLAN Groups |
| QoS | Yes, with prioritization for video/voice |
| IGMP Snooping | Yes |
| Spanning Tree | Yes |
| Link Aggregation | Yes |
| Access Control | 802.1X, ACL, MAC-based port security |
| DHCP Server Screening | Yes |
| Cable Diagnostics | Yes |
| Operating Modes | VLAN, EXTEND (250m), QoS, PoE Watchdog |
| Energy Saving | EEE Compliant |
| Mounting | 19” Rack Mountable |
| Cooling | 1 Fan |
| Dimensions | 440 x 180 x 44 mm |
| Interface | Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP, D-Link Assistant |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited |
🏢 Ideal Use Cases in Kenya
- Office or warehouse IP camera infrastructure
- University and school access point deployment
- Large business LANs with long cable runs
- Public venues needing video surveillance coverage
- SMBs requiring VLAN-separated networks
🔗 Related Products
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🌐 External Link
🔗 D-Link Global – DGS-F1210-18PS-E Product Page
❓ FAQs – D-link DGS-F1210-18PS-E
Q: Can I use this for outdoor cameras over 100m away?
✅ Yes, it supports 250m long range PoE on Cat5e/Cat6.
Q: Does it support VLAN tagging for IP phones?
✅ Yes, it supports Voice VLAN and 4K VLANs.
Q: Is this a managed switch?
✅ It’s a smart switch with GUI, CLI, SNMP, and VLAN/QoS management.
Q: Can I mount it in a 19” rack?
✅ Yes, it is rackmountable and includes built-in PSU and cooling fan.











