D-Link DGS-1100-08V2 8-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch

Quiet Gigabit Connectivity with Practical Control The D-Link DGS-1100-08V2 brings 8 Gigabit Ethernet connections and a useful set of smart management tools into a compact metal desktop switch. It suits a small office, meeting area or network edge where ordinary unmanaged connectivity needs more control over traffic, while the installation still benefits from a straightforward browser interface. VLANs help separate different uses of the network, QoS provides traffic-priority controls and IGMP snooping helps keep multicast traffic focused on the ports that need it. A fanless design avoids fan noise beside working areas. This is a non-PoE model, so access points, cameras and other devices that need Ethernet power require a suitable separate power source. Highlights Compact Wired Connectivity 8 × Gigabit RJ45 ports 16 Gbps switching capacity Fanless metal desktop chassis Control the Network Edge 802.1Q and port-based VLANs Four QoS queues per port IGMP v1/v2 snooping Straightforward Administration IPv4 web-based management Loopback detection and cable diagnostics 5-year warranty Key Features Make Every Wired Connection Useful 8 auto-negotiating 10/100/1000 Mbps ports connect suitable computers, printers, network storage and other Ethernet equipment. Any port can serve as the connection back to the router or upstream switch. That uplink uses one of the 8 ports, so include it when counting the equipment that can connect directly. Separate Traffic with VLANs Port-based and IEEE 802.1Q tagged VLANs support deliberate separation of workstations, voice or surveillance traffic. Up to 32 static VLAN groups and VLAN IDs up to 4094 provide flexibility for a small managed network. VLAN design still depends on the configuration of the router, access point and other switches connected to it. Give Important Traffic a Clear Priority Four queues per port, 802.1p and DSCP priority controls help organise traffic when a link is busy. Strict-priority and Weighted Round Robin scheduling provide different ways to allocate service, while port bandwidth controls offer rate limits. These controls manage competing traffic; they do not increase the speed of the internet connection or a connected device. Keep Multicast and Loops Under Control IGMP v1/v2 snooping supports up to 128 multicast groups, helping send suitable multicast traffic to the interested ports. Loopback detection can identify an accidental loop and shut down the affected connection. Port mirroring and copper-cable diagnostics add practical tools for investigating faults without treating every issue as a problem with the router. Manage without a Separate Controller The built-in IPv4 web interface provides local administration from a suitably connected browser. Static MAC controls, port security and storm control add useful safeguards at the network edge. Static trunking supports two groups on this model; this should not be confused with the larger series models' LACP or spanning-tree feature set. Fit Quietly into the Working Area The 0.34 kg bare-device weight and 145 × 82 × 28 mm (w × d × h) dimensions suit a compact desktop installation. A fanless design avoids moving cooling fans, while IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet and link-status power saving help reduce unnecessary consumption with compatible links. Use the correct external adapter and leave suitable ventilation around the metal enclosure. Summary The DGS-1100-08V2 adds a sensible layer of control to 8 Gigabit connections without a large rackmount switch. VLANs, traffic priorities, multicast handling and diagnostics help support a better organised small network, while the compact fanless chassis fits near everyday work. Choose a separate PoE source where connected devices need Ethernet power, and plan one port for the upstream connection. Frequently Asked Questions Does This Model Supply PoE?ExpandCollapse No. This is a non-PoE switch and does not power cameras, access points or phones through its data ports. Use their own adapters or a suitable separate PoE injector or switch. How Many Devices Can Connect?ExpandCollapse There are 8 Gigabit RJ45 ports in total. If one port connects to the router or another switch, 7 ports remain for directly attached devices. There is no separate SFP or additional dedicated uplink port. Can It Separate Devices into VLANs?ExpandCollapse Yes. It supports port-based and 802.1Q tagged VLANs, with up to 32 static VLAN groups and VLAN IDs up to 4094. The connected router and other network devices must also be configured appropriately where traffic needs to pass between VLANs. Does It Need a Cloud Controller?ExpandCollapse No. The switch provides a built-in IPv4 web administration interface. It is not being offered with a D-Lite Cloud entitlement, and its local web interface does not require a separate cloud controller. Does It Support LACP or Spanning Tree?ExpandCollapse The exact small-desktop feature set documents static trunking with two groups and loopback detection. Do not assume the LACP or spanning-tree capabilities found on larger DGS-1100 models. Match the network design to this model's documented features. Is It Suitable for a Quiet Office?ExpandCollapse Yes. It uses fanless cooling with a published acoustic level of 0 dB(A). Keep the desktop enclosure ventilated and use the correct external power adapter. The warranty is 5 years. Read more