D-Link 24-Port Desktop Gigabit Unmanaged PoE Switch with 2 x 100/1000Mbps Combo Ports

The D-Link DGS-1026MP 26 Port Gigabit Max PoE Switch provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with IEEE 802.3at PoE+ support and 2 Gigabit combo uplink ports. Designed to power and connect PoE-capable devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras and IP phones, the switch supplies up to 30 W per PoE port with a total PoE budget of 370 W. It is a plug-and-play unit that simplifies network expansion for small and medium business environments.

Advantages

The switch combines high PoE power delivery and 24 Gigabit data ports in a single unit, allowing simultaneous power and data transmission to multiple devices. Real-time PoE usage LEDs help monitor power consumption and prevent overloading. Two Gigabit combo uplink ports provide flexibility for fiber or copper uplinks. Support for IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet reduces power usage by placing unused ports into low-power mode.

Key specifications

• Model: D-Link DGS-1026MP
• Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports, 2 x Gigabit combo uplink ports
• PoE standard: IEEE 802.3at (PoE+)
• Power per port: up to 30 W
• Total PoE budget: 370 W
• Energy-saving: IEEE 802.3az EEE support
• Installation: Plug-and-play, no configuration required

How to use

Install the switch in a suitable rack or place it on a stable surface near your network. Connect the switch to your upstream network device using one of the Gigabit combo uplink ports (fiber or copper). Plug PoE-capable devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras or IP phones into the 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports; the switch will provide power and data automatically. Monitor PoE usage via the front-panel LEDs to manage the available PoE budget. No additional configuration is required for basic operation.

Recommendations

Plan connected PoE devices so their combined power draw does not exceed the 370 W total budget. Use the PoE usage LEDs to verify consumption and distribute high-power devices across ports if necessary. Place the switch in a ventilated area and ensure compatible SFP modules are used for fiber uplinks when applicable.