Hikvision 16 Port Gigabit Smart POE Switch - DS-3E1518P-EI/M

The Hikvision DS-3E1518P-EI/M is a powerful 16-port Gigabit Smart PoE switch, engineered for secure and efficient network deployment. With high PoE power budget (130W), intelligent features like PoE watchdog, VLAN support, long-range mode (300m), and robust remote management, it is a top choice for IP surveillance, enterprise networking, and security applications.

Its 56 Gbps switching capacity, advanced security protocols, and remote management capabilities ensure seamless connectivity, reliability, and ease of use in diverse networking environments.

Key Features

1. Hardware & Build

• Metal Shell: Robust and durable metal construction for enhanced longevity.
• Dimensions: 440.0 mm × 220.8 mm × 44.0 mm (17.32'' × 8.69'' × 1.73'').
• Net Weight: 2.7 kg (5.9 lb).
• Gross Weight: 2.9 kg (6.4 lb).
• Installation Mode: Rack-mounted with mounting ears included.

2. Power & Efficiency

• Power Supply: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, Max. 2.5 A.
• Maximum Power Consumption: 150 W.
• Power Consumption in Idle Mode: 20 W.
• Surge Protection: 6 KV for improved durability and protection.

3. Network & Performance

• Ports:
  • 16 × Gigabit PoE ports.
  • 1 × Gigabit RJ45 uplink port.
  • 1 × Gigabit fiber optical uplink port.
• MAC Address Table: 8K entries.
• Switching Capacity: 56 Gbps for seamless data transmission.
• Packet Forwarding Rate: 41.66 Mpps.
• Internal Cache: 4.1 Mbits for efficient data processing.

4. PoE (Power over Ethernet) Features

• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at compliant.
• PoE Power Pin Assignment:
  • 8-pin power: 1/2(-), 3/6(+), 4/5(+), 7/8(-).
• PoE Ports: 1–16 support PoE power supply.
• Max. Port Power: 30 W per port.
• PoE Power Budget: 130 W total.

5. Advanced Software Functions

✅ Long Range Mode

• Extends PoE transmission up to 300 meters on ports 1-16 (performance may vary depending on camera model and cable quality).

✅ Port Isolation Mode

• Enhances security by restricting communication between ports 1-16 while allowing access to uplink ports.

✅ PoE Watchdog

• Automatically detects and restarts unresponsive cameras to maintain system reliability.

✅ Link Aggregation

• Supports static link aggregation to combine multiple physical links for:
  • Load balancing.
  • Increased bandwidth.
  • Redundancy and protection.
• Supports up to 8 aggregation groups.

✅ Loop Prevention

• Prevents network loops that can disrupt communication.
• Supports 802.1D STP (Spanning Tree Protocol) and 802.1w RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol).

✅ VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)

• Supports 802.1Q VLAN for better network segmentation and security.
• Configurable VLAN ID from 1-4094.
• Supports Trunk and Access port modes.
• Maximum of 32 VLANs supported.

✅ Hik-Partner Pro (HPP) Remote Management

• Enables one-click activation and remote management via Hik-Partner Pro.
• Allows monitoring and control of:
  • Port rates and bandwidth utilization.
  • PoE power usage and topology.
  • Alarms and device status.
  • Remote rebooting of ports and devices.
  • Firmware updates.

✅ System Maintenance & Diagnostics

• Web-based device management.
• DHCP Client (enabled by default) for automatic IP assignment.
• Super IP (10.180.190.200) for direct access.
• Cable detection for diagnosing open circuits, short circuits, and cable length.
• 802.1ab LLDP (Link Layer Discovery Protocol) for device identification.
• Port mirroring for network fault analysis.

6. Compliance & Certifications

EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

• CE-EMC:
  • EN 55032: 2015+A11: 2020.
  • EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019.
  • EN 61000-3-3: 2013+A1: 2019.
  • EN 50130-4: 2011+A1: 2014.
  • EN 55035: 2017+A11: 2020.

Safety Certifications

• CB (IEC 62368-1: 2014 Second Edition, AMD1:2009, AMD2:2013).
• CE-LVD (EN 62368-1: 2014+A11: 2017).

Environmental Compliance

• CE-RoHS (201165EU).
• WEEE (201219EU).
• REACH (Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006).