D-Link DGS-1210-52 52-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch
The D-Link DGS-1210-52 is a high-performance 52-port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch designed for small to medium-sized businesses seeking powerful network expansion with advanced Layer 2+ features. Featuring 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 x Gigabit SFP combo ports, this rackmountable switch delivers exceptional 104 Gbps switching capacity and 77.4 Mpps packet forwarding to handle demanding network traffic. With D-Link Green 3.0 technology, surveillance mode with ONVIF support, and a lifetime warranty, the DGS-1210-52 offers reliability, energy efficiency, and versatile management for growing Australian businesses.
Why Choose the DGS-1210-52?
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52 Gigabit Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T ports plus 4 x combo Gigabit SFP ports for flexible fibre uplinks
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High Performance: 104 Gbps switching capacity with 77.4 Mpps forwarding rate for demanding network environments
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Silent Fanless Design: Completely silent operation with passive cooling extends lifespan and reduces energy costs
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Surveillance Mode: ONVIF-compliant auto-detection for IP cameras, ideal for security and video surveillance deployments
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Layer 2+ Features: Advanced VLANs, QoS, IGMP snooping, static routing, link aggregation, and spanning tree protocols
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Energy Efficient: IEEE 802.3az compliant with cable length detection and port power management to reduce consumption
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Lifetime Warranty: D-Link's lifetime protection after registration for long-term peace of mind
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NDAA/TAA Compliant: Meets strict government and enterprise procurement standards
Advanced Network Management
The DGS-1210-52 provides multiple management options to suit any IT environment. The intuitive web-based GUI simplifies configuration and monitoring, while the Compact Command Line Interface (CLI) via Telnet offers advanced control for experienced administrators. SNMP support enables centralized management, and the free D-Link Network Assistant utility allows easy discovery and management of multiple switches across your network. For scalable cloud or on-premises management, integrate with Nuclias Connect to manage up to 1,500 devices from a single platform.
Smart Traffic Management & Quality of Service
Optimize your network performance with comprehensive traffic management features. The switch supports bandwidth control, 802.1p QoS with 8 priority queues, VLAN segmentation, port mirroring, and IGMP snooping for efficient multicast handling. Static routing enables inter-VLAN communication without requiring an external router, while Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) allows port trunking for increased bandwidth and redundancy. Loopback detection and cable diagnostics help maintain network stability and quickly identify connectivity issues.
Surveillance Mode for IP Security Systems
Purpose-built for modern surveillance deployments, the DGS-1210-52 features a dedicated Surveillance Mode that automatically detects ONVIF-compliant IP cameras and places them in a separate surveillance VLAN. This allows a single switch to handle voice, video, and data traffic efficiently without the need for dedicated hardware. The Auto Voice VLAN feature similarly prioritizes VoIP traffic for crystal-clear phone communications. Both features are managed through a simplified web interface, making complex network segmentation accessible to any administrator.
Robust Security Features
Protect your network infrastructure with enterprise-grade security. The DGS-1210-52 includes 802.1X port-based authentication with RADIUS server support, Access Control Lists (ACLs) for MAC and IP address filtering, ARP Spoofing Prevention, and DHCP Server Screening to block rogue DHCP servers. D-Link's innovative Safeguard Engine protects against traffic flooding and denial-of-service attacks caused by viruses or malicious network activity. Storm Control limits broadcast, multicast, and unknown unicast traffic to maintain network stability.
Energy Efficiency with D-Link Green 3.0
Save on operational costs with D-Link Green 3.0 technology. Compliant with IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, the switch automatically reduces power consumption during low traffic periods. Advanced energy-saving features include port shutoff for inactive connections, LED shutoff, system hibernation based on time profiles, and cable length detection that adjusts power based on actual cable distance. The fanless design eliminates moving parts for silent, maintenance-free operation perfect for office environments.
Flexible Connectivity Options
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48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports: Auto-negotiating Gigabit Ethernet with auto-MDI/MDIX
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4 x Combo Gigabit SFP/RJ-45 ports: Use copper or fibre SFP transceivers for flexible uplinks
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Console port: Direct CLI access for advanced configuration and troubleshooting
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16,000 MAC address table: Handles large networks with extensive device counts
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Jumbo frame support: Up to 9KB for improved file transfer efficiency
Ideal Applications
- Small to medium business network backbone and distribution layer
- IP surveillance systems with ONVIF camera integration
- VoIP phone system deployments with Auto Voice VLAN
- Server room and data centre edge switching
- Education and government networks requiring NDAA/TAA compliance
- Multi-site networks managed via Nuclias Connect cloud platform
What's in the Box
- D-Link DGS-1210-52 52-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch
- Power cord (region-specific)
- Rackmount kit with mounting brackets and screws
- Console cable (RJ-45 to DB-9)
- Quick installation guide
- Warranty and registration card
Full Specifications
Hardware
| Total Ports |
52 (48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T + 4 x Combo Gigabit SFP) |
| Switching Capacity |
104 Gbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate |
77.4 Mpps (wire-speed) |
| MAC Address Table |
16,000 entries |
| Jumbo Frame Support |
Up to 9 KB |
| Buffer Memory |
128 MB |
Layer 2 Features
| VLAN Support |
802.1Q tag-based VLANs (up to 4096 VLAN IDs), port-based VLANs, Auto Voice VLAN, Auto Surveillance VLAN |
| Spanning Tree |
IEEE 802.1D STP, 802.1w RSTP, 802.1s MSTP |
| Link Aggregation |
IEEE 802.3ad LACP (up to 14 trunk groups, 8 ports per group) |
| Quality of Service |
802.1p priority queues (8 queues), DSCP, weighted round-robin, strict priority |
| Multicast |
IGMP snooping v1/v2/v3, IGMP filtering, MLD snooping v1/v2 |
| Port Mirroring |
Many-to-one port mirroring for traffic analysis |
| Flow Control |
IEEE 802.3x full-duplex, back pressure half-duplex |
Layer 3 Features
| Static Routing |
IPv4/IPv6 static routes (up to 32 entries) |
| IP Interfaces |
Up to 8 management IP interfaces |
Security
| Authentication |
802.1X port-based access control, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
| Access Control |
MAC-based, IP-based, and port-based ACLs |
| Advanced Security |
IP-MAC-Port Binding (IMPB), ARP Spoofing Prevention, DHCP Server Screening, DoS attack prevention |
| D-Link Safeguard Engine |
Protection against broadcast/multicast/unicast flooding |
| Storm Control |
Broadcast, multicast, and unknown unicast storm control |
| SSH/SSL |
Secure management via SSH v2 and SSL v3 |
Management
| Web Interface |
Intuitive GUI with standard and surveillance modes |
| Command Line Interface |
Compact CLI via Telnet or console port |
| SNMP |
SNMPv1, v2c, v3 for centralized management |
| D-Link Utilities |
D-Link Network Assistant, D-View 7 (optional), Nuclias Connect (optional) |
| Configuration |
Dual software images and dual configuration files |
| Diagnostics |
Cable diagnostics, loopback detection, ping, traceroute |
| Logging |
Syslog support for remote event logging |
Standards Compliance
| IEEE Standards |
802.3 10BASE-T, 802.3u 100BASE-TX, 802.3ab 1000BASE-T, 802.3z Gigabit SFP, 802.3x flow control, 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, 802.1D/w/s STP/RSTP/MSTP, 802.1Q VLAN, 802.1p QoS, 802.1X authentication, 802.1ab LLDP |
| Regulatory |
FCC Class A, CE, VCCI, ICES-003 |
| Government Compliance |
NDAA compliant, TAA compliant |
Power & Environment
| Power Input |
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz internal universal power supply |
| Maximum Power Consumption |
31 W (typical operation) |
| Standby Power |
Approximately 20 W |
| Cooling |
Fanless passive cooling (silent operation) |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity |
10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity |
5% to 95% non-condensing |
Physical
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
440 × 250 × 44 mm |
| Weight |
4.1 kg |
| Mounting |
Desktop or 19-inch rackmount (1U height) |
| Casing |
Metal housing |
Warranty & Support
| Warranty |
Limited Lifetime Warranty (after product registration, or 5 years after discontinuance, whichever occurs first) |
| Technical Support |
Next Business Day replacement service (standard), extended warranty options available |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
