D-Link DGS-1210-28 Smart Managed Gigabit Switch 24-Port with 4 SFP
The D-Link DGS-1210-28 is a powerful 28-port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch designed for small to medium-sized businesses seeking advanced network management, security, and performance. Featuring 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 Gigabit SFP combo ports, this switch delivers fast, reliable connectivity for your entire network infrastructure. With Layer 2+ features including static routing, VLAN support, QoS, and Auto Surveillance Mode, the DGS-1210-28 provides enterprise-class functionality at an affordable price point. Its fanless design ensures silent operation, while D-Link Green 3.0 technology reduces power consumption without compromising performance. Perfect for office networks, surveillance systems, VoIP deployments, and data centres requiring robust managed switching with comprehensive security features.
Key Features
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28 High-Speed Gigabit Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T copper ports plus 4 Gigabit RJ45/SFP combo ports for flexible uplink and fiber connectivity options
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Advanced Layer 2+ Management: Comprehensive L2 features including IGMP snooping, port mirroring, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP/RSTP), and Link Aggregation (LACP), plus L2+ static routing for inter-VLAN communication
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Surveillance Mode: Industry-leading Auto Surveillance VLAN technology automatically detects and segments ONVIF-compliant IP cameras into a dedicated VLAN, optimising video traffic and simplifying security system deployment
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Silent Fanless Operation: Completely fanless design eliminates noise, extends device lifetime, and makes it ideal for office environments, classrooms, and quiet workspaces
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Robust Security Suite: Includes Access Control Lists (ACL), 802.1X/RADIUS authentication, ARP Spoofing Prevention, DHCP snooping, IP-MAC-Port binding, and D-Link Safeguard Engine to protect against traffic flooding and virus attacks
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Energy Efficient Green Technology: IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet compliance plus D-Link Green 3.0 features including cable length detection, port shutoff, LED control, and system hibernation based on time profiles
High-Performance Gigabit Switching
The DGS-1210-28 delivers a 56 Gbps switching capacity and 41.7 Mpps forwarding rate, ensuring your network can handle demanding applications without bottlenecks. The 16,000-entry MAC address table and 1.5 MB packet buffer provide ample capacity for growing networks. Support for jumbo frames up to 10,000 bytes optimises large file transfers and reduces CPU overhead. With 4 Gigabit SFP combo ports, you can use multimode or singlemode fiber transceivers for long-distance connections to other buildings or network segments, while maintaining the flexibility of copper connectivity.
Smart Surveillance & VoIP Optimisation
The DGS-1210-28 features optional Surveillance Mode with a dedicated web interface that simplifies IP camera network management. It automatically detects compatible ONVIF cameras and places them in an Auto Surveillance VLAN, allowing a single switch to efficiently handle voice, video, and data traffic. Auto Voice VLAN detects VoIP traffic and automatically segments it from the rest of the network, increasing security and allowing Quality of Service (QoS) to be applied for crystal-clear voice communications. This makes the switch ideal for businesses deploying IP telephony systems, video conferencing, and security camera networks.
Comprehensive Layer 2+ Features
Go beyond basic switching with advanced features that give IT administrators complete control over network traffic:
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Static Routing: Enable communication between different VLAN segments without requiring an external router, improving network efficiency and reducing latency
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Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritise critical traffic with 802.1p priority queuing and DSCP support to ensure smooth performance for time-sensitive applications
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VLAN Support: Create up to 256 VLANs for network segmentation, improved security, and better traffic management
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Link Aggregation: Combine multiple ports for increased bandwidth and redundancy using IEEE 802.3ad LACP
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Spanning Tree Protocol: Supports 802.1D STP, 802.1w RSTP for loop prevention and network redundancy
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Multicast Filtering: IGMP v1/v2 snooping supports 256 multicast groups for efficient streaming and video distribution
Advanced Security & Access Control
Protect your network infrastructure with enterprise-grade security features. The D-Link Safeguard Engine defends against broadcast storms and denial-of-service attacks. 802.1X port-based authentication works with external RADIUS servers to control network access. Access Control Lists (ACL) with up to 240 rules allow granular filtering based on MAC address, IP address, TCP/UDP ports, and more. ARP Spoofing Prevention blocks Man-in-the-Middle attacks, while Smart Binding with up to 512 IP-MAC-Port binding entries prevents unauthorised devices from accessing the network. Port security supports up to 64 MAC addresses per port, and storm control limits broadcast, multicast, and unicast flooding.
Flexible Management Options
The DGS-1210-28 offers multiple management interfaces to suit different skill levels and preferences:
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Multi-Language Web GUI: Intuitive browser-based interface available in 11 languages including English, German, French, Spanish, and Japanese
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Command Line Interface (CLI): Simplified CLI accessible via Telnet for advanced configuration and scripting
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SNMP v1/v2c/v3: Full SNMP support with trap notifications for integration with network management systems
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D-Link Network Assistant (DNA): Free utility for discovering and managing multiple D-Link switches on the same network segment
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Nuclias Connect: Optional cloud-based management platform (supports up to 1,500 devices with free tier) for centralised monitoring and configuration
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RMON, TFTP, DHCP Auto Configuration: Advanced monitoring and zero-touch deployment capabilities
Cable Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
Built-in cable diagnostic tools help administrators rapidly identify cable faults, determine cable length, and assess cable quality without expensive external testing equipment. Loopback detection automatically identifies and shuts down ports causing network loops. Port mirroring allows traffic analysis and troubleshooting by copying traffic from one or more ports to a monitoring port.
Energy Efficiency & Green Operation
Save on electricity costs with IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet that automatically reduces power consumption during periods of low traffic. D-Link Green 3.0 technology includes cable length detection to adjust power based on cable distance, time-based port scheduling to shut down unused ports during off-hours, LED shutoff options, and system hibernation mode. The fanless design not only eliminates noise but also reduces power consumption and maintenance requirements.
Rackmount or Desktop Installation
The DGS-1210-28 features a compact 19-inch rackmountable design (440 x 140 x 44 mm) that fits standard network racks. Rack-mount brackets are included for secure installation. The switch can also be used as a desktop unit with optional rubber feet. Diagnostic LEDs on the front panel show power status, link/activity/speed for each port, making it easy to monitor network status at a glance.
What's in the Box
- DGS-1210-28 Smart Managed Switch
- AC Power Cord
- Rack-Mount Brackets (2 pieces)
- Mounting Screws
- Rubber Feet (4 pieces)
- Quick Installation Guide
- Resource CD
Full Specifications
Hardware
| Device Type |
28-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch |
| Ports |
24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
4 x Gigabit RJ45/SFP Combo Ports |
| Switch Capacity |
56 Gbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate |
41.7 Mpps (64-byte packets) |
| MAC Address Table |
16,000 entries |
| Packet Buffer |
1.5 MB per device |
| Jumbo Frame Support |
Up to 10,000 bytes |
Layer 2 Features
| IGMP Snooping |
IGMP v1/v2, supports 256 groups, 64 static multicast addresses, per-VLAN snooping, querier support |
| Spanning Tree Protocol |
802.1D STP, 802.1w RSTP |
| Link Aggregation |
802.3ad LACP, max 14 groups per device, 8 ports per group |
| Port Mirroring |
One-to-One, Many-to-One, supports Tx/Rx/Both |
| Flow Control |
802.3x Flow Control, HOL Blocking Prevention |
| LLDP |
Link Layer Discovery Protocol, LLDP-MED support |
Layer 3 Features
| Static Routing |
IPv4 static routes for inter-VLAN routing |
| IPv6 Support |
IPv6 management, IPv6 Neighbor Discovery |
VLAN
| 802.1Q VLAN |
Up to 256 VLANs, 4094 VLAN IDs |
| Auto Voice VLAN |
Automatic VoIP traffic detection and segmentation |
| Auto Surveillance VLAN |
Automatic ONVIF camera detection and VLAN assignment |
| Management VLAN |
Yes |
Quality of Service
| Priority Queues |
8 queues per port |
| Scheduling |
Strict Priority, Weighted Round Robin (WRR), Hybrid |
| Classification |
802.1p Priority, DSCP, IPv4/IPv6 ToS |
| Bandwidth Control |
Per-port ingress/egress rate limiting |
Security
| Access Control List |
Max 50 profiles, 240 rules shared, MAC/IPv4/TCP/UDP/ICMP filtering |
| Port Security |
Up to 64 MAC addresses per port |
| 802.1X Authentication |
Port-based and Host-based, RADIUS support |
| Storm Control |
Broadcast, Multicast, Unicast storm control |
| DHCP Security |
DHCP snooping, DHCP server screening |
| Smart Binding |
IP-MAC-Port binding, up to 512 entries, ARP/IP packet inspection |
| ARP Spoofing Prevention |
Max 64 entries |
| D-Link Safeguard Engine |
CPU protection against DoS and traffic flooding |
| SSL/SSH |
SSL v1/v2/v3, supports IPv4/IPv6 |
| Trusted Host |
Limit management access by IP address |
Management
| Web Interface |
Multi-language GUI (11 languages) |
| Command Line Interface |
Simplified CLI via Telnet |
| SNMP |
v1, v2c, v3 with trap support |
| Cloud Management |
Nuclias Connect (optional) |
| Network Assistant |
D-Link Network Assistant (DNA) utility |
| RMON |
RMON v1 support |
| System Log |
Max 500 log entries, 5 IPv4 log servers |
| Configuration |
TFTP client, BootP/DHCP client, DHCP Auto Configuration |
| Diagnostics |
Cable diagnostics, Loopback detection, Port mirroring |
Standards Compliance
| IEEE Standards |
802.3 10BASE-T, 802.3u 100BASE-TX, 802.3ab 1000BASE-T, 802.3z 1000BASE-X, 802.3x Flow Control, 802.3ad Link Aggregation, 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, 802.1D STP, 802.1w RSTP, 802.1Q VLAN, 802.1p Priority, 802.1X Authentication |
Power & Environment
| Power Input |
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (internal universal power supply) |
| Power Consumption |
Standby: 17.84 W
Maximum: 22.45 W |
| Heat Dissipation |
76.6 BTU/hr (maximum) |
| Cooling |
Fanless (silent operation) |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity |
10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity |
5% to 95% non-condensing |
Physical Specifications
| Dimensions (W x D x H) |
440 x 140 x 44 mm (17.32 x 5.51 x 1.73 inches) |
| Weight |
1.67 kg (3.68 lbs) |
| Mounting |
19-inch rack-mountable (brackets included) or desktop (rubber feet included) |
| LEDs |
Power, Link/Activity/Speed per port (10/100/1000 Mbps), Link/Activity per SFP port |
Certifications
| Safety & EMC |
FCC Class A, CE Class A, VCCI Class A, C-Tick, BSMI, cUL, CE (LVD), CCC, ICES-003 |
| Compliance |
NDAA Compliant, TAA Compliant, RoHS |
| MTBF |
360,844 hours |
Warranty
| Warranty |
D-Link Limited Lifetime Warranty (after product registration) |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
