Network Switches - Rackmount, Yes, Rapid Spanning Tree
Power your IP cameras and NVRs cleanly with the right network switches. PoE/PoE+ simplifies cabling, while surveillance-friendly features like VLAN, QoS, IGMP Snooping, and port mirroring keep streams stable and secure. Choose from compact desktop models to rackmount and hardened industrial switches, then match your total PoE budget to the number of IP cameras you plan to run.
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- $315.00SKU: CT-W-POESW16P-2G-250
Cantek CT-W-POESW16P-2G-250 16 Channel PoE Plus Switch
- Fully IEEE802.3af/at standard compliant
- Support PoE power up to 15.4W for each PoE ports
- Auto detect powered device (PD)
- Safe and reliable power to most of PoE end device
- Plug & Play. No configuration required
$315.00Low Price Guarantee - $3,033.49SKU: GWGE26FX2TX24MSPoE
Ganz GWGE26FX2TX24MSPoE 26 Port 10/100/1000 Mbps Managed Ethernet Switch
- Supports 26 Gigabit Ports: 2 100/1000Base-FX SFP Ports, 2 Gigabit Combo Ports, 22 10/100/1000BASE-T(X) Ports
- IEEE 802.3at Compliant for PSE. Up to 30W of PoE+ power available per port, 400W total PoE power available
- Supports Private VLAN
- IGMP v2/v3 (IGMP snooping support) for filtering multicast traffic
- Supports multiple redundant network rings
$3,033.49Low Price Guarantee - $25,305.95SKU: JL658A
Aruba JL658A 24 Port SFP+ and 4 Port SFP56 Switch
- Stackable Layer 3 switches with BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, VRF, and OSPF with robust security and QoS
- High performance 880 Gbps system switching capacity, 660 MPPS of system throughput and up to 200 Gbps stacking bandwidth
- Compact 1U switches with full density HPE Smart Rate (1G/2.5G/5G/10GbE) multi-gigabit, up to 90W PoE (Class 8) and 10G LRM SFP+ available on select models
- Power-to-port switch bundle with back-to-front airflow ideal for data center 1GbE ToR and OOBM deployments
- Built-in high speed 1/10/25/50GbE uplinks1
$25,305.95Low Price Guarantee - $5,932.50SKU: JL661A
Aruba JL661A 6300M 48 Port 1GbE Class 4 PoE and 4 Port SFP56 Switch
- Stackable Layer 3 switches with BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, VRF, and OSPF with robust security and QoS
- High performance 880 Gbps system switching capacity, 660 MPPS of system throughput and up to 200 Gbps stacking bandwidth
- Compact 1U switches with full density HPE Smart Rate (1G/2.5G/5G/10GbE) multi-gigabit, up to 90W PoE (Class 8) and 10G LRM SFP+ available on select models
- Power-to-port switch bundle with back-to-front airflow ideal for data center 1GbE ToR and OOBM deployments
- Built-in high speed 1/10/25/50GbE uplinks1
$5,932.50Low Price Guarantee - $4,520.00SKU: JL256A
Aruba JL256A 2930F 48G PoE+ 4SFP+ Switch
- Aruba Layer 3 switch series with VSF stacking, static, RIP, and Access OSPF Routing, Dynamic Segmentation, ACLs, and robust QoS
- Supports advanced security and network management via Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager, Aruba Airwave and Aruba Central
- Convenient built-in 1GbE or 10GbE uplinks and up to 740 W PoE+
- Software defined ready with REST APIs and OpenFlow support
- Simple deployment with Zero Touch Provisioning
$4,520.00Low Price Guarantee - $4,391.00SKU: CNGE24FX12TX12MSPOE-48
Comnet CNGE24FX12TX12MSPOE-48 24-Port Hardened Managed Ethernet Switch with (12) 10/100/1000Base-TX & (12) 100/1000Base-FX SFP Ports
- 24 Gbps Ports: 12 X 100/1000Base-FX SFP
- 12 X 10/100/1000Base-TX RJ45
- 12 X IEEE 802.3at compliant 30W PoE+ ports (PoE models)
- 2 X SFP ports support 2.5 Gbps SFP modules for high speed communication
- Fast Redundancy/Recovery ″ "MSTP/RSTP/STP (IEEE802.1s/w/D) and ERPS (G.8032)
$4,391.00Low Price Guarantee - $4,007.00SKU: CNGE26FX2TX24MSPOE1
Comnet CNGE26FX2TX24MSPOE1 (22) 10/100/1000 BASE-T(X) + (2) Gigabit Combo Ports + (2) 100/1000 BASE-FX with Power over Ethernet (PoE+)
- Supports Private VLAN
- Supports IPV6 new Internet protocol version
- IGMP v2/v3 (IGMP snooping support) for filtering multicast traffic
- Supports multiple redundant network rings
- Supports Jumbo frame up to 9.6K Bytes
$4,007.00Low Price Guarantee - $4,001.89SKU: CNGE24FX12TX12MSPOE
Comnet CNGE24FX12TX12MSPOE 24-Port Hardened Managed Ethernet Switch
- 12 × IEEE 802.3at compliant 30W PoE+ ports (PoE models)
- 2 × SFP ports support 2.5 Gbps SFP modules for high speedcommunication
- Fast Redundancy/Recovery - MSTP/RSTP/STP (IEEE802.1s/w/D)and ERPS (G.8032)
- Supports IPV6 new internet protocol version
- Provided HTTPS/SSH protocol enhances network security
$4,001.89Low Price Guarantee - $3,200.00SKU: NS4802-24P-4S-2X
GE Security Interlogix NS4802-24P-4S-2X Layer 3 with PoE-at Stackable 10G SFP+
- Powerful PoE+ Support
- Built-in Monitoring, Diagnostics and Trouble-Shooting Tools
- Static Routing
- 10Gig SFP+ Switch Trunking
- Stacking Capability
$3,200.00Low Price Guarantee
Network Switches Frequently Asked Questions
What is a network switch and how does it work?
A network switch is a device that connects multiple devices on a computer network, allowing them to communicate with each other. It uses MAC addresses to forward data only to the intended device, improving network efficiency and performance.
How many ports do I need on my network switch?
The number of ports you need depends on how many devices you plan to connect, such as cameras, computers, and other networked equipment. It's advisable to have a few extra ports for future expansions to avoid needing to replace the switch later.
What is PoE and why is it important for surveillance?
Power over Ethernet (PoE) allows network cables to carry electrical power along with data. This is important for surveillance systems as it simplifies installation by eliminating the need for separate power sources for cameras, making setup easier and more efficient.
Can I use a managed switch for my home security system?
Yes, a managed switch can be used for home security systems. It provides advanced features such as VLANs, traffic management, and enhanced security protocols, which can help optimize the performance and security of your surveillance network.
What are the benefits of using a gigabit switch for my surveillance system?
A gigabit switch offers faster data transfer rates, reducing latency and ensuring smooth video streaming from multiple cameras. This is crucial for high-resolution surveillance footage, as it allows for real-time monitoring and quick access to recorded video without delays.
