HPE NW CW 2150 16-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch with 4 SFP Uplinks, 248W Budget, Fanless

This 16-port Gigabit Ethernet switch delivers robust Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) with a generous 248W budget, enabling you to power IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras directly through network cables. Four additional Gigabit SFP ports provide flexible fiber uplinks, ensuring seamless integration into larger network infrastructures.

Advantages

With a 248W PoE+ budget, this switch can deliver up to 30W per port, supporting demanding devices without the need for separate power injectors. The fanless design ensures silent operation, perfect for office environments. Advanced features like VLAN, QoS, and IGMP snooping optimize traffic and enhance network performance. The compact 1U form factor and rack-mount kit included allow for easy installation in standard 19-inch racks.

Suitable for

• Small to medium-sized businesses requiring reliable network connectivity
• Deployments needing power over Ethernet for IP phones, cameras, and access points
• Network administrators seeking a cost-effective, managed switch with essential Layer 2 features
• Environments where silent operation is critical, such as open offices or meeting rooms

Key specifications

• 16 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports (IEEE 802.3at)
• 4 x Gigabit SFP ports for fiber uplinks
• Total PoE power budget: 248W
• Switching capacity: 40 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: 29.8 Mpps
• MAC address table: 8K entries
• VLAN support: up to 4,094 VLANs
• Quality of Service (QoS) with 8 priority queues per port
• IGMP snooping v1/v2/v3
• Fanless, silent operation

Recommendations

Ideal for businesses that need to power network devices while maintaining quiet operation and reliable performance. The included rack-mount kit makes deployment straightforward in standard server rooms or wiring closets.