Your Network, Your Rules: Intelligent Management Made Easy
No more uncontrolled data chaos. With the Zyxel GS1200-5HP v2, you take command. This Web-Managed Ethernet Switch provides you with tools usually found only in expensive professional devices. Set up separate networks (VLANs) with just a few clicks, for example, to separate your IP Cameras from the guest Network. Or prioritize your home office laptop with Quality of Service (QoS) so your video calls always run smoothly, even when the rest of the family is streaming. Configuration is done conveniently via an intuitive web interface – without any command line.
Strong PoE+ Power for Cameras, Phones, and Access Points
Radically simplify your installations. The GS1200-5HP v2 delivers not only data but also power via four of its five ports according to the PoE+ standard (802.3at). With a solid total budget of 60 watts and up to 30 watts per port, you can directly connect modern PoE devices such as PTZ cameras, WiFi Access Points, or VoIP phones. This saves you the hassle of laying additional power cables and the cost of separate power supplies. A clever 'PoE MAX' LED warns you before the budget is exhausted.
Absolutely Silent and Robust: The Perfect Fanless Gigabit Switch
A humming fan in the office or living room? Not with this switch. Its thoughtful design relies on a robust metal housing that acts as a passive heatsink. The result: a completely fanless Gigabit Switch 5 Port that operates absolutely silently. Place it directly on your desk, in your TV cabinet, or mount it on the wall – it will perform its work reliably and unnoticed. Ideal for any noise-sensitive environment.
More Than Just Distribution: Professional Features for More Performance
This switch can do more than you think. Do you need an extra-fast connection to your Network-attached storage (NAS)? Use Link Aggregation (LAG) on ports 3 and 4 to double the bandwidth to up to 2 Gbit/s. Do you use IPTV? Thanks to IGMP Snooping, the switch forwards multicast streams only to the devices that request them, thus relieving the rest of your Network. Features such as Loop Detection and Broadcast Storm Control also ensure a stable and fail-safe network.
Strengths & Notes at a Glance
- Pro: Extensive L2 management functions (VLAN, QoS, LAG) at an attractive price.
- Pro: Strong PoE+ support (802.3at) with a 60W total budget for modern end devices.
- Pro: Absolutely silent operation thanks to fanless design and robust metal housing.
- Pro: Easy configuration and management via an intuitive, web-based interface.
- Note: The PoE budget of 60 watts can reach its limits with four very power-hungry PoE+ devices.
- Note: Advanced management functions such as SNMP or a command line interface (CLI) are missing for complex enterprise networks.
Specifications & Features
| Manufacturer: | Zyxel |
| Model: | GS1200-5HP v2 |
| EAN: | 4718937598717 |
| Device Type: | Web-Managed Layer 2 Gigabit PoE+ Switch |
| Switching Capacity: | 10 Gbit/s |
| Transmission Mode: | Store-and-Forward |
| MAC Address Table: | 2,000 entries |
| Packet Buffer: | 128 KB |
| Jumbo Frames: | Up to 9 KB |
| Total Ports: | 5 |
| Gigabit RJ45 Ports: | 1 x 10/100/1000BASE-T |
| Gigabit RJ45 PoE+ Ports: | 4 x 10/100/1000BASE-T (Ports 1-4) |
| PoE Standard: | IEEE 802.3af (PoE), IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| Total PoE Budget: | 60 Watt |
| Max. Power per PoE Port: | 30 Watt |
| Management: | Web-based GUI (HTTP) |
| VLAN Support: | Yes, Port-based (802.1Q) |
| Quality of Service (QoS): | Port-based, IEEE 802.1p CoS, WRR Priority |
| Link Aggregation (LAG): | Yes, 1 Group (Port 3 & 4) |
| IGMP Snooping: | Yes, v1, v2, v3 (128 Multicast Groups) |
| Other Features: | Loop Detection, Broadcast Storm Control, Port Mirroring |
| Cooling: | Fanless (passive) |
| Housing: | Metal |
| Mounting: | Desktop or Wall Mount |
| Power Supply: | External Power Supply (55 V / 1.3 A) |
| Max. Power Consumption: | 72 Watt (under full PoE load) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H): | 193 x 84 x 26 mm |
| Weight: | 392 g |
| Operating Temperature: | 0 °C to 40 °C |
Scope of Delivery
| 1 x Zyxel GS1200-5HP v2 Switch |
| 1 x External Power Supply |
| 1 x Quick Start Guide |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I reset the Zyxel GS1200-5HP v2 to factory settings?
To reset the switch, locate the reset button on the device. Press and hold this button for approximately 10 seconds. All configuration settings will be deleted, and the switch will revert to the default IP address 192.168.1.3 and the password "1234".
Can I prioritize speed for specific devices with this switch?
Yes, the switch supports port-based Quality of Service (QoS). Via the web interface, you can configure ports with higher priority to ensure that their traffic is handled preferentially and a stable connection is guaranteed.
What does the "PoE MAX" LED indicator mean?
The "PoE MAX" LED illuminates when the total power consumption of connected PoE devices exceeds 50 watts. This serves as a warning that the device is approaching its maximum PoE budget of 60 watts.
Is the switch suitable for operating surveillance cameras?
Yes, absolutely. With 4 PoE+ ports (802.3at) and a budget of 60 watts, the switch is very well suited to directly power and provide data to up to four IP surveillance cameras, which significantly simplifies installation.
What is the advantage of "Link Aggregation" with this switch?
Link Aggregation (LAG) allows ports 3 and 4 to be bundled into a single, logical channel with double the bandwidth (up to 2 Gbit/s). This is useful for establishing a faster connection to a NAS or another switch.
Does the switch support VLANs for network separation?
Yes, the GS1200-5HP v2 supports port-based 802.1Q VLAN. This allows you to divide your network into separate logical segments, for example, to isolate guest and employee traffic from each other and increase network security.
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