D-Link DGS-1210-28 Smart Managed Gigabit Switch 24-Port with 4 SFP
The D-Link DGS-1210-28 is a high-performance 28-port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch designed for small to medium-sized businesses seeking professional-grade network infrastructure with advanced Layer 2+ management capabilities. Featuring 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 x Gigabit SFP combo ports, this switch delivers exceptional flexibility for copper and fiber connections, making it ideal for business networks, IP surveillance systems, VoIP deployments, and data centre applications.
Why You'll Love the DGS-1210-28
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Advanced Layer 2+ Features: Comprehensive management with VLANs, static routing, QoS, IGMP snooping, and link aggregation for optimized network performance
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Smart Surveillance Mode: Industry-leading Auto Surveillance VLAN automatically detects ONVIF-compatible cameras and segments video traffic for enhanced security and efficiency
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Enhanced Security: D-Link Safeguard Engine, 802.1X authentication, ACL, ARP spoofing prevention, and port security protect against threats and unauthorized access
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Energy Efficient Design: D-Link Green 3.0 technology with IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet reduces power consumption without sacrificing performance
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Fanless Operation: Silent, fanless design ideal for noise-sensitive environments like offices, classrooms, and meeting rooms
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Lifetime Warranty: Backed by D-Link's Limited Lifetime Warranty for long-term peace of mind
Professional Network Management Made Easy
The DGS-1210-28 offers multiple management interfaces to suit your workflow. Configure the switch via the intuitive web-based GUI (available in 11 languages), simplified Command-Line Interface (CLI) through Telnet, or SNMP for centralized network management. The switch also supports D-Link Nuclias Connect for cloud-based or on-premises management, and D-View for comprehensive network monitoring across multiple devices.
Advanced Traffic Control and Quality of Service
Optimize your network for business-critical applications with powerful bandwidth control, 802.1p/DSCP QoS, and traffic prioritization. The switch intelligently handles voice, video, and data traffic with Auto Voice VLAN support, automatically segmenting VoIP traffic to ensure crystal-clear call quality. Perfect for unified communications environments and businesses running IP telephony systems.
High-Performance Switching for Demanding Applications
With a 56 Gbps switching capacity and 41.7 Mpps forwarding rate, the DGS-1210-28 handles heavy network traffic with ease. The switch supports 16,000 MAC address entries, jumbo frames up to 10,000 bytes, and 1.5 MB packet buffer to ensure smooth, reliable data transmission even under peak loads. Link aggregation (LACP) allows you to combine multiple ports for increased bandwidth and redundancy.
Comprehensive Layer 2 Features
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VLAN Support: 802.1Q VLAN with up to 4,096 VLAN IDs for network segmentation
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Spanning Tree Protocol: 802.1D STP, 802.1w RSTP, and 802.1s MSTP for network redundancy
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IGMP Snooping: v1/v2 support with 256 multicast groups for efficient video streaming and IPTV
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Port Mirroring: One-to-one and many-to-one mirroring for network diagnostics
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Flow Control: IEEE 802.3x flow control prevents packet loss during congestion
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Cable Diagnostics: Built-in cable testing identifies faults and cable quality issues
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Loopback Detection: Automatically detects and shuts down ports creating network loops
Flexible Connectivity Options
The 4 x Gigabit combo RJ45/SFP ports provide ultimate deployment flexibility. Use standard copper connections or install SFP transceivers (multimode or singlemode) for long-distance fiber connections, ideal for building-to-building links, server farm connectivity, or network backbone aggregation. The switch's auto MDI/MDIX support eliminates the need for crossover cables.
Energy Savings with D-Link Green 3.0
Reduce your network's carbon footprint and operating costs with intelligent power management features. The switch automatically adjusts power consumption based on link status, cable length detection, and port utilization. Advanced scheduling allows you to define custom time profiles for LED shutoff, port standby mode, and system hibernation during off-hours, significantly lowering energy consumption.
Perfect for Australian Businesses
Whether you're upgrading a small office network, deploying IP surveillance cameras, building a VoIP system, or expanding your data infrastructure, the DGS-1210-28 delivers enterprise-grade performance at a fraction of the cost. Its compact 1U rackmount design fits standard 19-inch racks, and the fanless operation ensures quiet, reliable performance in any Australian workplace.
What's in the Box
- D-Link DGS-1210-28 Switch
- AC power cord (Australian plug)
- Rack-mount kit with mounting screws
- Rubber feet (4)
- Quick Installation Guide
- Warranty registration card
Full Specifications
Hardware
| Model |
DGS-1210-28 |
| Ports |
24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
4 x Gigabit RJ45/SFP Combo ports |
| Console Port |
Yes (RJ-45) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) |
440 x 140 x 44 mm |
| Weight |
2.9 kg (approx.) |
| Fanless Design |
Yes (silent operation) |
Performance
| Switch Fabric |
56 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
41.7 Mpps (64-byte packets) |
| MAC Address Table |
16,000 entries |
| Packet Buffer |
1.5 MB |
| Jumbo Frame Support |
Up to 10,000 bytes |
Layer 2 Features
| VLAN |
802.1Q with up to 4,096 VLAN IDs |
| Spanning Tree |
802.1D STP, 802.1w RSTP, 802.1s MSTP |
| Link Aggregation |
802.3ad LACP (up to 14 groups, 8 ports per group) |
| IGMP Snooping |
v1/v2 with 256 multicast groups |
| Port Mirroring |
One-to-one, many-to-one (Tx/Rx/Both) |
| Flow Control |
IEEE 802.3x |
| Static Routing |
L2+ with inter-VLAN routing |
Security Features
| Access Control List (ACL) |
50 profiles, 240 rules (MAC/IP/802.1p/DSCP based) |
| Authentication |
802.1X port-based, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
| Port Security |
Up to 64 MAC addresses per port |
| Storm Control |
Broadcast/Multicast/Unicast |
| D-Link Safeguard Engine |
Yes (DDoS protection) |
| ARP Spoofing Prevention |
64 entries |
| DHCP Snooping |
Yes |
| IP-MAC-Port Binding |
512 entries (Smart Binding) |
| SSL/SSH |
v1/v2/v3 (IPv4/IPv6) |
Management
| Management Interface |
Web GUI (11 languages), CLI (Telnet), SNMP v1/v2c/v3 |
| Cloud Management |
D-Link Nuclias Connect (optional) |
| Protocols |
SNMP, Telnet, TFTP, DHCP, SNTP, LLDP, LLDP-MED, RMON v1 |
| IPv6 Support |
IPv4/IPv6 dual stack, ICMPv6 |
| Diagnostics |
Cable diagnostics, loopback detection, system log (500 entries) |
| Configuration Backup |
TFTP, dual configuration files |
Quality of Service
| QoS |
802.1p priority, DSCP-based |
| Queue Management |
8 queues per port, WRR and strict priority |
| Bandwidth Control |
Ingress and egress rate limiting per port |
| Auto Voice VLAN |
Yes (OUI-based VoIP detection) |
| Surveillance Mode |
Auto Surveillance VLAN (ONVIF camera detection) |
Power and Environment
| Input Voltage |
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (internal universal PSU) |
| Power Consumption |
Maximum: 22.45 W
Standby: 17.84 W |
| Heat Dissipation |
76.6 BTU/hr (maximum) |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 50°C |
| Storage Temperature |
-20 to 70°C |
| Operating Humidity |
10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity |
5% to 95% non-condensing |
Compliance and Warranty
| Standards Compliance |
IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z, 802.3x, 802.3ad, 802.3az, 802.1D, 802.1w, 802.1s, 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.1X |
| Certifications |
CE Class A, FCC Class A, VCCI Class A, C-Tick, cUL, BSMI, CCC |
| NDAA/TAA Compliance |
Yes (follows NDAA/TAA sourcing standards) |
| Warranty |
Limited Lifetime Warranty (after registration) |
| MTBF |
1,380,058 hours |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
