The NETGEAR GS116EP is a 16-port Gigabit Easy Smart managed switch with 15 PoE+ ports and a 180 W PoE budget plus a dedicated SFP port. It is intended for small businesses powering devices such as IP cameras, access points and VoIP phones.
Key features
- 16 x Gigabit RJ-45 ports, 15 with PoE+ (802.3at) plus 1 dedicated SFP port
- 180 W total PoE budget, up to 30 W per port
- PoE prioritization, per-port power limits and PoE scheduling
- Port-based and 802.1Q VLANs, 802.1p QoS, 802.3az EEE
- Fanless; 8K MAC table, 4.1 MB packet buffer
Specifications
| Access ports | 16 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 (15 PoE+) |
|---|---|
| Uplinks | 1 x 1G SFP (dedicated) |
| PoE | 15 x IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (up to 30 W/port) |
| PoE budget | 180 W |
| Layer | Layer 2 |
| Management | Easy Smart web GUI (VLAN, QoS, PoE controls) |
| Form factor | Desktop / wall-mount |
| Operating temperature | 0-40 °C (32-104 °F) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 11.26 x 1.06 x 3.98 in |
| Weight | 1.83 lb |
| Warranty | NETGEAR limited lifetime hardware warranty |
Frequently asked questions
What is the PoE budget?
180 W total, up to 30 W per PoE+ port.
Does it have a fan?
No. NETGEAR lists it as fanless and silent.
Can it be wall-mounted?
Yes. It supports desktop or wall mounting; mounting hardware is included.
Source: official NETGEAR datasheet.
NETGEAR limited lifetime hardware warranty
- Access ports:
- 16 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 (15 PoE+)
- Uplinks:
- 1 x 1G SFP (dedicated)
- PoE:
- 15 x IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (up to 30 W/port)
- PoE budget:
- 180 W
- Layer:
- Layer 2
- Management:
- Easy Smart web GUI (VLAN, QoS, PoE controls)
- Form factor:
- Desktop / wall-mount
