Model: TPE-TG161H
from $169.99
The TRENDnet TPE-TG161H is a 16-Port Gigabit PoE+ Compliant Unmanaged Network Switch designed for reliable network expansion. This metal-constructed switch features 16 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, each capable of delivering up to 30W (802.3at) with a total power budget of 120W, making it ideal for powering devices like IP cameras and wireless access points. With a 32 Gb/s switching bandwidth, 23.8 Mpps forwarding rate, and support for 10,000-byte jumbo frames, it ensures efficient data transfer, while its passive cooling system and rack-mountable design offer flexible deployment options for small to medium-sized network environments.
For home use, a simple unmanaged Gigabit switch is all you need to expand your router's ports. Buy a managed switch or a switch with PoE only if you are running security cameras, access points, or complex VLAN setups. Available from $169.99.
Basic unmanaged network switches use negligible power and have zero maintenance costs. PoE (Power over Ethernet) and large managed switches use more electricity but are still relatively cheap to run.
Common Failure Modes
Switches are solid-state devices with high reliability. When they fail, it is usually due to lightning strikes/power surges blowing individual ports or the internal power supply dying.
For home use, a simple unmanaged Gigabit switch is all you need to expand your router's ports. Buy a managed switch or a switch with PoE only if you are running security cameras, access points, or complex VLAN setups.
Network switches are extremely reliable solid-state devices. They are usually replaced because networking speed standards outgrow them, rather than due to hardware failure.
The TRENDnet TPE-TG161H 16-Port Gigabit PoE+ Compliant Unmanaged Network Switch is available at bhphoto, starting at $169.99.
Basic unmanaged network switches use negligible power and have zero maintenance costs. PoE (Power over Ethernet) and large managed switches use more electricity but are still relatively cheap to run.
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