D‑Link DGS‑1210‑10P 8‑Port Gigabit Smart Managed PoE Switch with 2 Gigabit SFP Ports

The D‑Link DGS‑1210‑10P is a smart managed Gigabit Ethernet switch with PoE+ support designed to provide reliable, high‑speed network connectivity and flexible Power over Ethernet delivery for small business, office, retail, and surveillance network environments in Kenya. Featuring 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and 2 dedicated Gigabit SFP uplink ports, this switch delivers intelligent Layer 2 traffic control, advanced PoE management, and secure networking features in a compact form factor. Its intuitive management capabilities and energy‑efficient operation make it an ideal solution for expanding network infrastructure with both data and power over a single cable.

Product Features

8 Gigabit PoE+ Ethernet Ports

Equipped with 8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 PoE+ ports compliant with IEEE 802.3at, delivering both network data and power to connected devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones without separate power adapters.

2 Gigabit SFP Uplink Ports

Includes 2 × 1G SFP uplink ports for fiber connectivity to core switches, routers, or backbone infrastructure, enabling flexible network expansion and extended reach across buildings and network closets.

Smart Managed Layer 2 Features

Supports intelligent traffic management with features such as VLAN segmentation, Link Aggregation (LACP), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP/RSTP/MSTP), and IGMP Snooping to optimize performance and create efficient, secure network segments.

Advanced PoE Power Control

Provides per‑port PoE allocation, budget management, and scheduling, allowing IT administrators to control power delivery to PoE devices and optimize energy usage effectively.

Quality of Service (QoS) Prioritization

Offers advanced QoS capabilities to prioritize critical traffic such as voice and video, ensuring stable performance for VoIP communications, video streaming, and bandwidth‑intensive applications.

Secure Network Controls

Includes security features like Access Control Lists (ACLs), port security, and storm control to protect the network from unauthorized access and minimize broadcast storms.

Energy‑Efficient Ethernet

Compliant with IEEE 802.3az Energy‑Efficient Ethernet standards to reduce power consumption during periods of low activity, lowering operational costs without sacrificing performance.

Easy Management Interfaces

Provides intuitive web‑based GUI, SNMP support, and command‑line interface (CLI) options for flexible configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Compact and Rack‑Mountable Design

Constructed with a sturdy metal chassis compatible with standard 19‑inch rack installation, suitable for office, retail, and access network environments requiring professional deployment.

Product Specifications

• Brand: D‑Link
• Model: DGS‑1210‑10P
• Product Type: Smart Managed Gigabit PoE+ Switch
• Ethernet Ports: 8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 PoE+
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3at (PoE+)
• Total PoE Power Budget: Up to ~126 W (varies by configuration)
• Uplink Ports: 2 × 1G SFP
• Switching Capacity: 20 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: ~14.88 Mpps
• VLAN Support: Yes (802.1Q)
• Link Aggregation: Yes (LACP)
• Spanning Tree Support: STP, RSTP, MSTP
• Access Control Lists: Supported
• Quality of Service: Advanced QoS supported
• Management Interfaces: Web GUI, CLI, SNMP
• Energy‑Efficient Ethernet: Supported (IEEE 802.3az)
• Rack Mount: Yes (19‑inch compatible)
• Enclosure: Metal chassis
• Deployment Environment: Indoor business, SMB, and retail networks
• Recommended Use: PoE powering for IP cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones
• Country Relevance: Optimized for smart PoE networking deployments in Kenya

The D‑Link DGS‑1210‑10P 8‑Port Gigabit Smart Managed PoE Switch with 2 Gigabit SFP Ports provides dependable Gigabit connectivity, intelligent traffic management, and flexible PoE delivery, making it a professional networking solution for small business and enterprise access layer networks across Kenya.