Overview
The D‑Link DES‑F1026P‑E is a 26‑port Fast Ethernet switch designed to power and connect PoE devices in CCTV, access point and VoIP deployments. It provides 24 PoE+ ports, eight of which support long‑reach transmission up to 250 m, plus two Gigabit uplink ports (one with a combo SFP).
Key features
- 24 x 10/100 Mbps PoE+ ports, supporting up to 30 W per port
- 8 long‑reach PoE ports capable of supplying data and power to devices up to 250 m away
- 2 x Gigabit uplink ports with 1 combo SFP for fibre connectivity options
- Built‑in 6 kV surge (lightning) protection
- 250 W total PoE budget
- Smart features: Extend, VLAN, QoS and PoE Reset; AI PoE can detect and reboot unresponsive PoE devices
- Plug‑and‑play installation, metal housing and rackmountable design
- 3‑Year limited warranty
Practical use and compatibility
The switch is suited to IP camera/CCTV installations, Wi‑Fi access point deployments and VoIP networks where PoE delivery and basic traffic prioritisation are required. Long‑reach PoE ports allow power and data to be delivered over extended cable runs (up to 250 m), reducing the need for local power at every device. Gigabit uplinks with a combo SFP provide options to connect to higher‑speed core switches or fibre links.
Installer‑friendly details
The DES‑F1026P‑E is designed for straightforward deployment: it supports plug‑and‑play operation, includes smart features such as VLAN and QoS for traffic separation and prioritisation, and offers a PoE reset/AI PoE function to automatically reboot unresponsive PoE devices. Metal housing and rackmountable form factor suit standard rack installations, while built‑in 6 kV surge protection helps protect the unit in environments prone to electrical surges.
Technical and mechanical
- Total ports: 26 (24 PoE+ Fast Ethernet ports, 2 Gigabit uplinks with 1 combo SFP)
- PoE: 802.3af/at (PoE+), up to 30 W per port, 250 W PoE budget
- Long‑reach support: 8 ports up to 250 m
- Housing: metal; rackmountable
- Dimensions: 440 x 180 x 44 mm
- Surge protection: built‑in 6 kV
- Warranty: 3‑year limited warranty
For installations that need extended cable runs, centralised PoE power and simple management features, the DES‑F1026P‑E offers an installer‑focused option with built‑in protection and flexible uplink choices.
