Switch administrable Edimax GS-5210PL

The Edimax GS-5210PL is a managed Gigabit Ethernet switch with 10 RJ-45 ports and a 24 Gbit/s switching capacity, designed for IP surveillance and general network deployments. It supports ONVIF for simplified discovery and configuration of compliant security devices, provides PoE power delivery with backfeed protection, and offers long-range mode to extend data and power delivery up to 200 meters at 10 Mbps full-duplex per port. The switch includes a 4-digit LED display for instant power monitoring and dual firmware storage for fast failover.

Advantages

ONVIF compliance enables quick setup and easy integration with ONVIF-conformant cameras and devices. PoE backfeed protection and PoE detection keep the network power delivery safe. A 24 Gbps backplane and a 17.8 Mpps forwarding rate provide high throughput and low latency. Long-range mode extends cable distance to 200 meters for remote PoE devices, and a 4-digit LED display gives clear, immediate information about power consumption and remaining budget. The unit stores two firmware images to allow immediate activation of a backup firmware if the active image fails.

Suitable for

• IP surveillance systems with ONVIF-compatible cameras
• VoIP phones and wireless access points at remote locations
• PoE-enabled IoT devices and remote sensors
• Managed small to medium business networks requiring VLANs, QoS and authentication (IEEE 802.1Q/802.1x)

Key specifications

• Model: Edimax GS-5210PL
• Ports: 10 x Gigabit RJ-45
• Switching capacity: 24 Gbit/s
• Forwarding rate: 17.8 Mpps
• MAC address table: 8000 entries
• Networking standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z, 802.3x, 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3az, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.1w, 802.1x
• PoE features: PoE detection, power backfeed protection, long-range mode up to 200 m at 10 Mbps full-duplex
• Management: Managed switch (web GUI and hardware display)
• Display: 4-digit LED power consumption display
• Firmware: Dual firmware storage for failover
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 2.3 kg

How to use

Install the GS-5210PL in a suitable rack or shelf, connect network devices to the Gigabit RJ-45 ports and power on the unit. Use the web-based GUI for initial configuration, ONVIF device discovery and authentication, and to monitor port status and power usage. Select long-range mode per port if you need to extend PoE and data to 200 meters at 10 Mbps full-duplex. Use the 4-digit LED display and the hardware select button to view total and per-port power consumption quickly. Keep firmware updated and, if an active firmware image fails, the unit can switch to the backup image automatically or manually via the management interface.

Recommendations

For stable PoE delivery and device compatibility, use standard-compliant PoE devices and structured cabling; enable long-range mode only when required for distances beyond 100 meters and verify that connected devices support 10 Mbps full-duplex operation at extended lengths.