Managed L2 Gigabit Desktop Switch Zyxel GS1200-5V3 — 5 x RJ-45 10/100/1000, 10 Gbps Switching

Speedy Gigabit Performance and Diversified Options
There are five models for GS1200v3 series, coming with non-PoE (GS1200-5/8) to connect to devices including PCs, NAS, and print servers, PoE capable (GS1200-5HP/8HP) to provide power to IP CAM, wall mounted AP and PoE standard devices, and fiber uplink (GS1200-10) for easily deployment in hallways to connect network devices on the same floor and link them back to the core network.

Easy Web Management
This Series of switch comes with a user-friendly web-based set-up interface that walks you through setup, configuration and management—including configuration backups and firmware upgrades—quickly and easily. Some advanced features such as Link aggregation, VLAN, IGMP Snooping can be configured just with a few simple clicks.

Smart PoE+ 802.3at Support
PoE models support the IEEE 802.3at PoE+ standard, providing a maximum of 30 watts per port (with a max total power budget of 68 watts) to supply power to PoE network devices like wireless APs, IP cameras and VoIP phones. Web GUI management enables you to monitor the power status on each port and/or reboot the network devices, as needed.

Silent and Light-Off Design
The fanless design ensures all-time silent operation to blend into noise-free working environments. Also, you can deactivate turn off the Ethernet port LEDs for distraction-free operation by switching to LED ECO mode.

Blend Seamlessly into Your Workspace
Place the compact GS1200v3 switch wherever it fits best—on your desk, mounted on the wall, or neatly under the table—without taking up valuable space. Its built-in IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) technology automatically detects network traffic and dynamically adjusts power consumption to save energy during low activity periods.

Zyxel GS1200-5V3. Switch type: Managed, Switch layer: L2. Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports type: Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000), Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 5. Full duplex. MAC address table: 4000 entries, Switching capacity: 10 Gbit/s. Networking standards: IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE.... Power connector: DC-in jack. Form factor: Desktop

How to use

Place the switch on a stable surface, mount it on a wall, or tuck it under furniture as space requires. Connect network devices to the RJ-45 ports using Cat5e or better Ethernet cables. Attach the external DC power adapter to the DC-in connector and power on the device. Access the web-based management interface from a connected PC to run the initial setup, configure VLANs, enable QoS rules, and perform firmware upgrades or backups through the GUI.

Recommendations

For reliable performance, use quality Cat5e/6 cables, assign VLANs to separate traffic types (for example, guest, office and IP camera networks), and enable QoS to prioritize latency-sensitive services such as VoIP. Keep firmware up to date and use the web GUI to monitor port status; activate LED ECO mode or Energy Efficient Ethernet when quieter or lower-power operation is desired.