Product SKU: NS-0326P-230
Product Overview
The HiLook NS-0326P-230(B) is a 24-port Fast Ethernet unmanaged PoE switch designed for larger CCTV and network installations that need centralised power and data distribution across multiple PoE devices. It provides 24 × 100 Mbps PoE ports, one 1000 Mbps RJ45 uplink and one 1000 Mbps SFP fibre optical uplink, giving installers dedicated Gigabit connections back to the wider network without using one of the powered device ports. A 230 W shared PoE budget supports IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at devices, with up to 30 W available from an individual PoE port. For installations with remote camera locations, ports 17 to 24 support Extend mode for transmission distances of up to 250 metres. The switch uses a metal enclosure and straightforward unmanaged operation, making it well suited to larger camera groups where dependable PoE distribution, Gigabit uplinks and long cable runs are important.
Key Capabilities
24 PoE Device Connections
Twenty-four 100 Mbps PoE ports allow a substantial group of compatible cameras or other powered network devices to connect through a single switch, reducing the need to split a larger installation across several smaller PoE switches.
230 W Shared PoE Budget
The switch provides a total PoE budget of 230 W across ports 1 to 24, with up to 30 W available on an individual port. This supports mixed device loads provided the total connected demand remains within the available budget.
Gigabit RJ45 and SFP Uplinks
A dedicated 1000 Mbps RJ45 port and 1000 Mbps SFP fibre optical port give installers two Gigabit uplink options for connecting the switch back to the recorder-side network or other network infrastructure.
Up to 250 m Extend Mode
Ports 17 to 24 can operate in Extend mode for network transmission distances of up to 250 metres. This is useful for cameras positioned at distant gates, building edges or other locations where conventional shorter Ethernet runs are impractical.
Priority for Key Connections
Ports 1 to 8 are designated as high-priority ports, providing a practical way to place more important network devices on the prioritised connections when configuring a larger camera-side switching layout.
Unmanaged Deployment
The NS-0326P-230(B) is designed for straightforward unmanaged operation, allowing installers to add PoE capacity without introducing the configuration requirements of a managed network switch.
Best For
- Larger CCTV Systems: Suitable where up to 24 compatible PoE cameras or devices need to be connected through one central switch.
- Warehouses and Commercial Sites: Useful for installations where many camera points are spread across a larger building or site.
- Long Cable Runs: Ports 17 to 24 can provide up to 250 metres of transmission in Extend mode for remote camera positions.
- Fibre-Linked Networks: The Gigabit SFP port provides an optical-fibre uplink option when a suitable optical module is installed.
- Network Expansion: A practical way to add a large block of PoE connections to an existing recorder-side or network installation.
Why Choose the NS-0326P-230(B)
The NS-0326P-230(B) is designed for installations that have moved beyond the capacity of small four, eight or sixteen-port PoE switches but do not require managed switching functions. Its 24 powered Fast Ethernet ports allow a larger camera group to be consolidated through one device, while the separate Gigabit RJ45 and SFP uplinks give greater flexibility when linking that camera network back to the rest of the system. The 230 W PoE budget is substantial, but it should still be checked against the combined load of all connected equipment rather than assuming every port can simultaneously draw its individual maximum. Supplied by Security Wholesalers, this model is particularly relevant where camera count, long-distance cabling and dedicated Gigabit uplinks matter more than Gigabit speeds on every powered port or advanced managed-switch controls.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: A common mistake is to assume that 24 PoE ports means all 24 connected devices can each draw 30 W simultaneously. The switch has a 230 W total PoE budget, so calculate the combined maximum power requirements of the planned devices before finalising the installation.
Buyer Tip: The 24 powered ports are Fast Ethernet rather than Gigabit. Ports 17 to 24 fall to 10 Mbps when Extend mode is enabled for long-distance transmission. Choose this switch when those speeds are appropriate for the connected devices and use the Gigabit RJ45 or SFP port for the uplink.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Product Type |
24-port Fast Ethernet unmanaged PoE switch. |
| PoE Ports |
24 × 100 Mbps PoE ports. |
| RJ45 Uplink |
1 × 1000 Mbps RJ45 port. |
| SFP Uplink |
1 × 1000 Mbps SFP fibre optical port. |
| PoE Standards |
IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at. |
| Total PoE Budget |
230 W. |
| Maximum Port Power |
Up to 30 W per PoE port. |
| Long-Range Ports |
Ports 17 to 24 support long-distance transmission. |
| Extend Mode Distance |
Up to 250 m on ports 17 to 24. |
| Extend Mode Speed |
10 Mbps on ports 17 to 24 when Extend mode is enabled. |
| Standard Mode |
Up to 100 m network transmission at 100 Mbps on the Fast Ethernet ports. |
| High-Priority Ports |
Ports 1 to 8. |
| Working Modes |
Standard mode and Extend mode. |
| Forwarding Method |
Store-and-forward switching. |
| Switching Capacity |
8.8 Gbps. |
| Packet Forwarding Rate |
6.547 Mpps. |
| MAC Address Table |
4 K. |
| Internal Cache |
2.75 Mbits. |
| Network Standards |
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u and IEEE 802.3x. |
| Port Operation |
RJ45, full duplex and MDI/MDI-X adaptive. |
| Enclosure |
Metal construction. |
| Power Supply |
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, maximum 4 A. |
| Idle Power Consumption |
20 W. |
| Maximum Power Consumption |
250 W. |
| Operating Temperature |
-10°C to 55°C. |
| Operating Humidity |
5% to 95%, non-condensing. |
| Dimensions |
335 × 44.5 × 226 mm. |
| Net Weight |
2.55 kg. |
Ideal Use Cases
Warehouses
Twenty-four PoE ports provide capacity for multiple camera positions across aisles, loading areas, entrances and perimeter coverage zones.
Retail and Commercial Sites
A useful central PoE distribution point where a larger number of cameras need to connect back through one switch.
Building Perimeters
Extend mode on ports 17 to 24 can help reach distant perimeter camera positions with cable runs of up to 250 metres.
Remote Gates and Access Points
Long-range ports provide an option for cameras positioned farther from the central networking location.
Fibre-Backbone Installations
The Gigabit SFP connection provides an optical uplink option when the switch forms part of a fibre-connected network layout.
High Camera-Count Systems
A strong fit when one switching point needs considerably more powered device connections than a smaller 4, 8 or 16-port unit can provide.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need up to 24 Fast Ethernet PoE connections, a shared 230 W PoE budget, dedicated Gigabit RJ45 and SFP uplinks, and long-range capability on ports 17 to 24.
- Choose a smaller switch if: Your installation has substantially fewer PoE devices and does not need the capacity of 24 powered ports.
- Choose a different switch if: You require managed networking functions, more than 230 W of total PoE capacity, or Gigabit Ethernet speeds directly on the powered device ports.
FAQs
- How many PoE devices can the HiLook NS-0326P-230 connect?
The HiLook NS-0326P-230 provides 24 PoE ports, allowing up to 24 compatible PoE devices to connect directly. The switch has a total PoE power budget of 230 W, with up to 30 W available from an individual port. When planning the installation, check the combined power draw of all connected devices so the total remains within the switch’s available PoE budget.
- Does the NS-0326P-230 support PoE+ devices?
Yes. Ports 1 to 24 support IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at, so the NS-0326P-230 supports standard PoE and PoE+ powered devices within its stated limits. Each port can provide up to 30 W, while the full switch has a 230 W shared PoE budget. The total connected load should therefore be checked before installation, particularly when using higher-power devices.
- Which ports support 250 metre transmission on the NS-0326P-230?
Ports 17 to 24 support long-distance transmission of up to 250 metres when the NS-0326P-230 is placed in Extend mode. In this mode, those ports operate at 10 Mbps rather than their normal 100 Mbps rate. This is useful for remote camera locations where cable distance matters more than full Fast Ethernet speed.
- What network uplinks does the NS-0326P-230 provide?
The NS-0326P-230 includes one 1000 Mbps RJ45 uplink port and one 1000 Mbps SFP fibre optical port. The Gigabit RJ45 connection can link the switch to other Ethernet equipment, while the SFP port provides an optical-fibre uplink when a suitable optical module is installed. This gives larger CCTV installations flexibility in how the PoE switch connects back to the main network.
- Is the HiLook NS-0326P-230 a managed switch?
No. The NS-0326P-230 is an unmanaged PoE switch designed for straightforward deployment without managed-switch configuration. It uses store-and-forward switching and provides Standard and Extend operating modes. This makes it suitable where the priority is supplying PoE and network connectivity to a larger group of devices without requiring VLAN configuration, web management or other managed-network controls.
- Is the NS-0326P-230 suitable for larger CCTV installations?
Yes, when the installation requires up to 24 Fast Ethernet PoE connections and the combined PoE demand remains within 230 W. The dedicated Gigabit RJ45 and SFP uplinks help connect the camera-side network back to other equipment without consuming one of the 24 powered ports. For systems supplied by Security Wholesalers, the main sizing checks are device count, total PoE load, uplink requirements and cable distances.
- What should I check before choosing the NS-0326P-230?
Check the number of PoE devices, their combined power requirements, the required uplink type and whether any cable runs need Extend mode. The NS-0326P-230 provides 24 × 100 Mbps PoE ports, a 230 W PoE budget, one Gigabit RJ45 uplink and one Gigabit SFP uplink. Choose a different switch if the installation requires managed networking features, more than 230 W of PoE capacity or Gigabit speed on the powered device ports.
Additional Information
Hilook NS-0326P-230B Datasheet
