Netgear GS316EP 16-Port Gigabit PoE+ Plus Switch with SFP Port

Smart PoE+ switching for business networks, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.

The Netgear GS316EP is a 300 Series Plus Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ switch designed for growing business networks that need more control than a basic unmanaged switch. With a 180W PoE budget, 802.3at PoE+ support, an SFP uplink slot, VLAN, QoS, IGMP snooping, port mirroring, and a simple web-based management GUI, it gives small offices, retail spaces, and surveillance projects a practical way to power and manage connected devices.

Why installers choose this PoE+ switch

• 180W PoE power budget supports multiple PoE devices such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.
• PoE+ support provides up to 30W per port for compatible 802.3at devices.
• Gigabit Ethernet connectivity helps increase available bandwidth across the network.
• SFP mini-GBIC slot adds fiber uplink flexibility for longer network runs or structured network designs.
• Plus management features include VLAN, QoS, IGMP snooping, rate limiting, port mirroring, and cable testing.
• Uninterrupted PoE keeps connected PoE devices powered during firmware updates or software reboot.
• Loop prevention, loop detection, and broadcast storm controls help improve network stability.
• Fanless desktop and wall-mountable design works well in offices, closets, and low-noise environments.
• NDAA and TAA compliance make it a practical option for professional and business projects.

Best use cases

• Small business networks that need simple PoE+ management without moving to a full enterprise switch.
• IP security camera systems requiring PoE power and Gigabit network connectivity.
• Wireless access point deployments where centralized PoE+ power is preferred.
• VoIP phone systems in offices, retail spaces, and commercial environments.
• Network upgrades where VLAN, QoS, IGMP snooping, and monitoring features are needed.

Recommended with this product

• Security cameras for PoE surveillance system installations.
• Network video recorders for complete IP camera recording setups.
• Wireless access points for expanding indoor Wi-Fi coverage.
• Network switches for additional wired network expansion options.
• UPS battery backup to help keep critical network and security equipment running during short power interruptions.

Quick guidance

Choose the GS316EP when you need a quiet, fanless Gigabit PoE+ switch with a strong 180W PoE budget, basic network management, and SFP uplink flexibility. It is a smart step up from an unmanaged switch for camera systems, VoIP deployments, and small business networks that need better traffic control. For help matching this switch to your project, contact us.

1. Is the Netgear GS316EP a managed switch?
The GS316EP is a Plus switch, which means it provides useful management features such as VLAN, QoS, IGMP snooping, port mirroring, rate limiting, cable testing, and PoE controls through a simple web-based GUI.

2. Can this switch power PoE security cameras?
Yes. The GS316EP supports PoE+ with a 180W total PoE budget, making it suitable for compatible PoE security cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and other network devices.

3. Does the GS316EP include an SFP port?
Yes. The GS316EP includes one SFP mini-GBIC slot, giving installers uplink flexibility for fiber connectivity or structured network designs where an SFP connection is needed.