Product SKU: DH-PFS3006-4ET-60
Product Overview
For small commercial IP camera installations where cable runs push past the standard 100 m Ethernet limit, the Dahua PFS3006-4ET-60 delivers a practical, plug-and-play solution. This 6-port unmanaged PoE switch provides 4 PoE-capable ports and 2 uplink ports in a compact metal housing designed for desktop or wall-mount deployment. Its headline feature is LD PoE technology, which extends power and data transmission up to 250 m, selectable via an on-board DIP switch, making it well suited to spread-out camera layouts in shops, corridors, hotels, and supermarkets. Port 1 supports Hi-PoE at up to 60 W, accommodating higher-draw devices, while ports 2 through 4 provide up to 30 W each. A total PoE budget of 60 W, intelligent power priority management, and a built-in PoE watchdog round out a switch designed to reduce manual maintenance in small monitoring deployments.
Key Capabilities
250 m Extended PoE Range
Using LD PoE technology, this switch can carry both power and data up to 250 m on a single cable run. A DIP switch toggles between Default mode (100 m) and Extended mode (250 m), allowing installers to adapt to the layout without adding repeaters or additional network equipment.
Hi-PoE on Port 1 (up to 60 W)
Port 1 is rated at up to 60 W under the Hi-PoE standard, supporting high-draw devices such as PTZ cameras or access control panels. Ports 2 through 4 each support up to 30 W, covering standard IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at PoE cameras.
Intelligent PoE Power Management
When total power draw approaches the 60 W budget, the switch prioritises lower-numbered ports, powering down higher-numbered ports first. This ensures critical cameras remain online during power stress events rather than leaving the system in an unpredictable state.
PoE Watchdog
The built-in PoE watchdog monitors connected devices and can automatically restart a port if a powered device becomes unresponsive. This removes the need for manual on-site intervention to reboot cameras that have locked up, reducing maintenance calls at remote or unattended sites.
Compact Desktop or Wall-Mount Housing
The metal housing supports both desktop placement and wall mounting, giving installers flexibility in small plant rooms, back-of-house spaces, and corridor comms cabinets where a rack-mount unit would be over-specified. No software configuration is required for standard deployment.
Best For
- Camera Runs Beyond 100 m: The 250 m extended range mode allows cameras to be placed at distances that would normally require a second switch or a media converter, keeping infrastructure costs down on spread-out sites.
- Small 4-Camera IP Installations: With 4 PoE ports and a simple plug-and-play design, this switch suits straightforward deployments in shops, hotel corridors, or small offices where a managed switch would add unnecessary complexity.
- Sites With a High-Power Device on Port 1: The Hi-PoE capability on port 1 makes this a practical choice when one camera or device in the installation requires more than the standard 30 W, such as a PTZ or a multi-sensor unit.
- Unattended or Low-Maintenance Locations: The PoE watchdog function automates camera restarts, reducing the need for site visits just to power-cycle a locked camera, which is valuable in retail back-rooms, storage areas, or remote corridors.
Why Choose the PFS3006-4ET-60
The PFS3006-4ET-60 addresses a specific gap that a standard 100 m PoE switch cannot fill: camera positions that are simply too far from the nearest data point. Rather than running dual cable or adding a mid-span injector, the 250 m LD PoE mode handles both data and power over a single run, keeping the installation clean. The Hi-PoE port 1 rating of 60 W also means this switch is not limited to basic fixed cameras; it can power a PTZ or a higher-draw device without needing a separate injector. Intelligent power priority management and the PoE watchdog add a layer of automated resilience that cheaper unmanaged switches do not offer, meaning the system keeps running without manual resets. Available through Security Wholesalers, the PFS3006-4ET-60 is a purpose-built choice for small commercial monitoring installations where cable reach and low maintenance matter.
Buyer Decision Tips
Check Your Total Power Budget First: The PFS3006-4ET-60 has a 60 W total PoE budget shared across all 4 PoE ports. If port 1 is supplying a 60 W Hi-PoE device, the remaining ports will have no power headroom. Plan your camera power draws before allocating ports: standard 802.3af cameras draw around 13 W and 802.3at cameras up to 30 W. A 4-camera layout using standard cameras at roughly 13 W each draws around 52 W total, which sits within budget. Add a PTZ on port 1 and recalculate before ordering.
Extended Mode Requires the DIP Switch to Be Set: The switch ships in Default mode (100 m). To use the 250 m extended range, the on-board DIP switch must be manually toggled to Extended mode before installation. In Extended mode, port speed is reduced to support the longer run. Confirm this mode is set correctly at the time of install, as the switch is unmanaged and cannot be reconfigured remotely after deployment.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Product Type |
6-Port Unmanaged PoE Switch |
| Total Ports |
6 x RJ-45 10/100 Mbps (4 x PoE ports 1-4; 2 x uplink ports 5-6) |
| PoE Standards |
IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at, Hi-PoE |
| Port 1 PoE Output |
Up to 60 W (Hi-PoE) |
| Ports 2-4 PoE Output |
Up to 30 W per port |
| Total PoE Budget |
60 W |
| Extended PoE Range |
Up to 250 m (820 ft) using LD PoE technology |
| Transmission Modes |
Default (up to 100 m) and Extended (up to 250 m) – selectable via DIP switch |
| Switching Capacity |
1.8 Gbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate |
890 kpps |
| Packet Buffer Memory |
768 Kb |
| MAC Table Size |
2K entries; auto-learning and aging; MDI/MDIX self-adaptation |
| Power Supply |
53V DC; supports DC 48-57V input |
| Power Consumption (Idle) |
1.5 W |
| Power Consumption (Full Load) |
60 W |
| Operating Temperature |
-10°C to +55°C |
| Operating Humidity |
5%-95% |
| Storage Temperature |
-20°C to +70°C |
| Housing |
Metal; desktop or wall-mount |
| Standards Compliance |
IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3X, 802.3af, 802.3at |
Ideal Use Cases
Retail Shops and Supermarkets
Small retail environments with cameras spread across a sales floor or storage area often push past 100 m cable runs. The 250 m extended range mode allows a single switch near the back office to cover the full site without secondary switching equipment.
Hotel Corridors and Common Areas
Long hotel corridors frequently place cameras at distances that exceed standard PoE limits. The PFS3006-4ET-60 handles those extended runs while the PoE watchdog keeps corridor cameras online without requiring staff to locate and reboot a locked device.
Small Office Installations
A 4-camera office layout with an NVR uplinked through ports 5 or 6 is a natural fit for this switch. Its unmanaged design means no IT configuration is required, and the metal housing is tidy enough for placement in a comms cupboard or on a shelf.
Mixed-Device Installations With a PTZ or High-Draw Camera
Where one position calls for a PTZ or another device drawing more than 30 W, port 1 supplies up to 60 W under Hi-PoE while the remaining 3 PoE ports handle standard cameras, removing the need for a separate power injector.
Remote or Unattended Sites
The built-in PoE watchdog monitors camera responsiveness and automatically restarts a port if a device locks up. For sites without on-site IT staff, such as a storage facility or unmanned building, this automated recovery reduces reliance on manual call-outs.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need to power up to 4 PoE cameras with at least one cable run beyond 100 m, or if one device in your layout requires Hi-PoE (up to 60 W on port 1), and a simple unmanaged switch without web configuration meets your requirements.
- Choose a different model if: You need more than 4 PoE ports, require a total PoE budget above 60 W across multiple high-draw devices, need VLAN management or remote monitoring via a web interface, or are deploying in an outdoor or high-temperature environment where the -10°C to +55°C operating range may not be sufficient.
FAQs
- How do I activate the 250 m extended range mode on the PFS3006-4ET-60?
The switch has an on-board DIP switch that toggles between Default mode (standard 100 m) and Extended mode (up to 250 m). The factory default is Default mode. To use extended range, manually set the DIP switch to Extended mode before or during installation. Note that in Extended mode the port speed adjusts to support the longer run, so confirm this is set correctly before finalising your cable runs.
- Can all 4 PoE ports run at full power simultaneously?
No. The total PoE budget is 60 W shared across all 4 PoE ports. Port 1 can draw up to 60 W on its own under Hi-PoE, but doing so would exhaust the entire budget. If you are using standard 802.3af cameras drawing around 13 W each across ports 1 through 4, total draw is approximately 52 W, which sits within the budget. Plan your power allocation carefully before commissioning the switch.
- What happens if my cameras draw more power than the 60 W budget allows?
The intelligent PoE management system prioritises lower-numbered ports. When total power consumption exceeds the threshold, the switch powers down ports in order from the highest port number to the lowest. This means cameras on ports 1 and 2 stay online longest. This behaviour is by design and reduces the risk of a complete system outage under power stress.
- What does the PoE watchdog do and how does it help at unmanned sites?
The PoE watchdog continuously monitors connected devices. If a camera or other PoE device becomes unresponsive, the watchdog automatically restarts that port to attempt recovery. This removes the need for manual power-cycling of cameras that have locked up, which is particularly useful at remote or unattended installations where sending a technician on-site just to reboot a camera is costly.
- Is the PFS3006-4ET-60 compatible with third-party PoE cameras, not just Dahua cameras?
Yes. The switch supports IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at PoE standards, which are the industry-standard protocols used by the vast majority of IP cameras regardless of brand. The 250 m LD PoE extended range mode is also confirmed as compatible with third-party PoE cameras, making this switch suitable for mixed-brand installations.
- Can this switch be used outdoors or in a hot plant room?
The operating temperature range is -10°C to +55°C. It is not rated for direct outdoor exposure and has no confirmed IP weatherproofing rating. For installations in a sealed or poorly ventilated plant room where ambient temperatures regularly exceed 55°C, an alternative switch with a wider thermal rating should be considered. In typical indoor comms cupboards and back-of-house spaces, the operating range is adequate.
- Where can I get the datasheet and technical documentation for the PFS3006-4ET-60?
The official Dahua datasheet is linked in the Additional Information section below. The PFS3006-4ET-60 is part of the Security Wholesalers range, and technical support for specification queries is available through the standard support channels.
Additional Information
Dahua DH-PFS3006-4ET-60 Datasheet
