Managed Switch D-Link DGS-1210-28P/ME/E L2/L3 Gigabit Ethernet PoE 1U

The DGS-1210/ME Series Gigabit Managed Switches provide a range of Gigabit port configurations for enterprise and public sector networks. Models include combinations of 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports, GbE/SFP combo ports and SFP ports, with some models offering Power over Ethernet (PoE) to power edge devices. These switches offer Layer 2 features with Layer 3 Lite capabilities, advanced multicast support, traffic and bandwidth controls, and simplified management via web GUI or CLI. They are suitable for access-layer deployments, multi-site environments and installations requiring resilient switching and centralized configuration options.

Advantages

The series delivers high switching capacity (up to 104 Gbps) and PoE budgets up to 370 W where applicable. It supports industry-standard protocols for resiliency (STP/RSTP/MSTP), link aggregation (802.3ad), and QoS with 8 queues for traffic prioritization. Built-in security features include D-Link Safeguard Engine™, IEEE 802.1X, IP-MAC-Port binding and ACLs. Management features include DHCP auto-configuration, LLDP, cable diagnostics, and support for TFTP-based configuration provisioning. Registered units are eligible for D-Link limited lifetime warranty with next-business-day advance replacement service.

Key specifications

• Port types: 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45, 100/1000 Mbps GbE/SFP combo, 100/1000 Mbps SFP
• Switching capacity: up to 104 Gbps
• Maximum PoE budget: up to 370 W (model-dependent)
• Layer functionality: Layer 2 with Layer 3 Lite (IP interfaces, ARP, IPv6 ND, default routing)
• Resiliency: IEEE 802.1D (2004), 802.1w (RSTP), 802.1s (MSTP)
• Link aggregation: IEEE 802.3ad
• QoS: IEEE 802.1p, 8 queues, WRR and strict priority
• Multicast: IGMP snooping/filtering, fast leave, ISM VLAN, host-based IGMP/MLD snooping
• Traffic control: ingress/egress bandwidth control (min granularity 64 Kbps), port mirroring
• Security: Safeguard Engine™, IEEE 802.1X, guest VLAN, RADIUS/TACACS+, IP-MAC-Port Binding, ACL
• Management: web GUI, CLI (Telnet/SSH), DHCP auto-configuration, LLDP, cable diagnostics, TFTP provisioning
• Warranty/service: limited lifetime warranty with next-business-day advance replacement; optional enhanced services available

How to use

Install the switch in a standard 19-inch rack or a suitable flat surface location and connect power and network cabling according to model-specific port assignments. If using PoE models, connect PoE-capable devices to the designated PoE ports; monitor total PoE budget to avoid exceeding the maximum. Configure basic network settings via the web GUI or CLI: assign IP addresses, enable required Layer 2/Layer 3 Lite features, configure VLANs, QoS policies and link aggregation as needed. For centralized provisioning, enable DHCP auto-configuration and point devices to a TFTP server containing the configuration files. Use LLDP and cable diagnostics to verify topology and cabling health. Apply security policies such as 802.1X authentication, ACLs and IP-MAC-Port binding to control access.

Recommendations

For optimal operation, choose a model with sufficient port density and PoE budget for your endpoint devices, plan VLAN and multicast configurations for IPTV or multicast applications, and register the device to receive the limited lifetime warranty and next-business-day replacement service. Regularly back up switch configurations and apply firmware updates through the vendor-recommended process.