Managed vs Unmanaged vs Smart Switches: Which Network Switch Do You Need?Managed, smart or unmanaged switch? Our South African guide compares control, VLANs, monitoring and cost to help you pick the right network switch.Read the guide →
2.5GbE Network Switches: When Gigabit Is Not EnoughA practical guide to 2.5GbE switches for NAS, Wi-Fi access points, fibre routers and small offices.Read the guide →
PoE Switches for CCTV and Wi-Fi Access Points: South African Buyer GuideA South African buyer guide to choosing PoE switches for CCTV cameras, Wi-Fi access points and small business networks.Read the guide →
USB Port Blockers and Port Locks: A Practical Guide to Physical Port SecurityUSB port blockers, RJ45 and HDMI port locks explained: how they work, which threats they stop, how to deploy them with Windows policy, and POPIA.Read the guide →
R2,155
Ex Tax:R1,874
Networking Equipment
Build a cleaner, faster LAN with the right network switch
DistriNode stocks switches for small offices, surveillance networks, racks, campus deployments and industrial sites: unmanaged plug-and-play models, managed VLAN switches, PoE switches for cameras and access points, plus Gigabit and 10G uplinks.
2,998 products162 brandsEntry → ProfessionalThrough official distributors
How to Choose
Port count and speed
Start with the number of wired devices, then add spare ports. Gigabit is the baseline; 2.5G, 10G and SFP uplinks matter for NAS and Wi-Fi 6/7.
Managed or unmanaged
Unmanaged switches are simple. Managed switches add VLANs, QoS, monitoring, link aggregation and security controls.
PoE budget
For IP cameras, access points and VoIP phones, check both per-port PoE standard and total watt budget.
Rack, desktop or industrial
Desktop switches suit small rooms; rackmount models keep cabinets clean; industrial switches add wider temperature and DIN mounting.
What You'll Find Here
Leading Brands
CISCOHPEPLANETTP-LINKD-LINKLEVELONENETGEARTRENDNETZyXELDAHUAMOXADIGITUSUBIQUITIHUAWEI
Buying tip: Leave growth room. A switch with every port already filled is usually the wrong size; reserve ports for uplinks, printers, cameras, access points and future devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a managed switch?
For a simple home or small desk setup, unmanaged is usually enough. Choose managed when you need VLANs, traffic priority, monitoring, access control or multiple network segments.
How do I size PoE for cameras and Wi-Fi access points?
Add the maximum wattage of every powered device, then keep reserve above that number. Also check whether devices need PoE, PoE+ or PoE++.
When should I choose 10G or SFP uplinks?
Use 10G or SFP uplinks when connecting switches together, linking a NAS/server, or feeding multiple high-speed Wi-Fi access points.
60 mo.free
Brand: NETGEAR
Stock: 1
Plug-and-play unmanaged Ethernet switches provide simple network connectivity without configuration. These compact metal-cased switches support deskto..
Colour
Black
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
No
R2,049
Ex Tax:R1,781
60 mo.free
Brand: TP-LINK
Stock: 5
Let LiteWave Bring You Lighter Network LifeThe TP-Link LiteWave Series Unmanaged Switches provide easy and affordable way to expand your wired network..
Colour
Black
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
5 Ports
R399
Ex Tax:R347
60 mo.free
Brand: PLANET
Stock: 7
The PLANET IGS-10080MFT is a managed industrial Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for long-reach fiber networking in industrial and telecom environment..
Switch Type
Industrial
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
No
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R7,966
Ex Tax:R6,927
Brand: UGREEN
Stock: 19
The Ugreen 6-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with PoE+ is a high-performance, unmanaged switch designed for small to medium-sized networks. It features 4..
Colour
Grey
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
6 Ports
R962
Ex Tax:R837
Buying guidesNot sure which one to choose? Our guides explain it simply.
Managed vs Unmanaged vs Smart Switches: Which Network Switch Do You Need?Managed, smart or unmanaged switch? Our South African guide compares control, VLANs, monitoring and cost to help you pick the right network switch.Read the guide →2.5GbE Network Switches: When Gigabit Is Not EnoughA practical guide to 2.5GbE switches for NAS, Wi-Fi access points, fibre routers and small offices.Read the guide →PoE Switches for CCTV and Wi-Fi Access Points: South African Buyer GuideA South African buyer guide to choosing PoE switches for CCTV cameras, Wi-Fi access points and small business networks.Read the guide →USB Port Blockers and Port Locks: A Practical Guide to Physical Port SecurityUSB port blockers, RJ45 and HDMI port locks explained: how they work, which threats they stop, how to deploy them with Windows policy, and POPIA.Read the guide →
36 mo.free
Brand: ASUS
Stock: 10
The ASUS QG-U1080 is an unmanaged Ethernet switch with eight 2.5G RJ-45 ports (100/1000/2500 Mbps) and a 10G SFP+ option, designed for small offices, ..
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
2.5 Gbps
PoE
No
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R2,155
Ex Tax:R1,874
60 mo.free
Brand: TP-LINK
Stock: 100
Omada 5-Port Gigabit Easy Managed Switch with 4-Port PoE+Software Defined Networking (SDN) with Cloud AccessRemotely manage your access points, switch..
Colour
Black
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
5 Ports
R1,320
Ex Tax:R1,148
36 mo.free
Brand: TP-LINK
Stock: 50
The Mercusys MS108GP is an 8-port Gigabit desktop switch designed to expand your network with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support. Featuring 7 PoE ports..
Colour
Black
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R853
Ex Tax:R742
Brand: MIKROTIK
Stock: 20
Remember our sensational 100 Gigabit switches – the CRS504 and CRS518? It’s time for another breathtaking addition to the MikroTik 100 Gigabit product..
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
PoE
R16,377
Ex Tax:R14,241
Buying guidesNot sure which one to choose? Our guides explain it simply.
Managed vs Unmanaged vs Smart Switches: Which Network Switch Do You Need?Managed, smart or unmanaged switch? Our South African guide compares control, VLANs, monitoring and cost to help you pick the right network switch.Read the guide →2.5GbE Network Switches: When Gigabit Is Not EnoughA practical guide to 2.5GbE switches for NAS, Wi-Fi access points, fibre routers and small offices.Read the guide →PoE Switches for CCTV and Wi-Fi Access Points: South African Buyer GuideA South African buyer guide to choosing PoE switches for CCTV cameras, Wi-Fi access points and small business networks.Read the guide →USB Port Blockers and Port Locks: A Practical Guide to Physical Port SecurityUSB port blockers, RJ45 and HDMI port locks explained: how they work, which threats they stop, how to deploy them with Windows policy, and POPIA.Read the guide →
Brand: ALLNET
Stock: 60
ALLNET Switch full managed Layer2+ 24 Port • 24x GbE • PoE Budget 370W • 24x PoE at • 4x SFP+ • 19 • JSON API • ALL-SG8628PMJ-10G — Genuine ALLNET pro..
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Switch Type
Rackmount
PoE
PoE+
Number of Po...
28 Ports
R12,641
Ex Tax:R10,992
Brand: ALLNET
Stock: 9
Allnet Shelly_Pro_Hub_4 Networking Device — Genuine ALLNET product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, official m..
Switch Type
Desktop
PoE
No
R818
Ex Tax:R712
Brand: ALCATEL
Stock: 100
Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch OS6360-P48 - Switch - L3 - managed - 48 x 10/100/1000 (PoE+) + 2 x Combo Gigabit Ethernet/Gigabit SFP + 2 x 1 Gigabit / 10 G..
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Switch Type
Rackmount
PoE
PoE
Number of Po...
48 Ports
R34,519
Ex Tax:R30,017
60 mo.free
Brand: D-LINK
Stock: 23
Fast Networking Made EasyWith data transfer speeds of up to 200 Mbps at full duplex, these switches are ideal for quick file transfers, online gaming ..
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
10/100 Mbps
PoE
No
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R397
Ex Tax:R345
Brand: EATON
Stock: 2
The Tripp Lite NGI-S08C2POE8 is a managed Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for reliable network performance and Power over Ethernet (PoE) delivery. It..
Colour
Black
Switch Type
Industrial
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R13,547
Ex Tax:R11,780
Brand: DELOCK
Stock: 11
The DeLOCK 87764 Gigabit Ethernet PoE switch provides four Gigabit RJ45 ports that support 10/100/1000 Mbps and Power over Ethernet (PoE) according to..
Colour
Black
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
PoE+
R2,129
Ex Tax:R1,851
Brand: DELOCK
Stock: 26
The DeLOCK 87781 is a compact 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet switch with five RJ-45 ports designed to connect and expand wired networks in home and office envir..
Colour
Black
Port Speed
2.5 Gbps
PoE
No
Switch Type
Rackmount
R2,956
Ex Tax:R2,571
Brand: PLANET
Stock: 10
The PLANET ISW-621TF is an unmanaged L2 Fast Ethernet switch designed for industrial use. It provides four 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports and two 100Base-FX ..
Switch Type
Industrial
Port Speed
10/100 Mbps
Number of Po...
4 Ports
PoE
No
R2,632
Ex Tax:R2,289
Brand: Hikvision
Stock: 4
The Hikvision DS-3E1528P-EI(O-STD) is a Gigabit PoE switch featuring 24 × Gigabit PoE RJ45 ports, 2 × Gigabit RJ45 ports, and 2 × Gigabit SFP ports. I..
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
28 Ports
R5,361
Ex Tax:R4,662
Brand: DAHUA
Stock: 33
The Dahua CHS4110-8ET-110 is a robust industrial unmanaged PoE++ switch designed for reliable power and data transmission in harsh environments. With ..
Switch Type
Industrial
Number of Po...
10 Ports
PoE
PoE++
R1,987
Ex Tax:R1,728
Brand: Grandstream
Stock: 1
The Grandstream GWN7706 is a high-performance unmanaged switch designed for small to medium businesses seeking affordable 10G connectivity. With 8 mul..
Colour
Black
Switch Type
Desktop
PoE
No
Number of Po...
10 Ports
R4,990
Ex Tax:R4,340
60 mo.free
Brand: ERNITEC
Stock: 40
ERNITEC ELECTRA-M232-1GB-460W is a managed 36-port Ethernet switch offering 1 Gbit/s connectivity on its user ports and a 460 W PoE power budget for c..
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
PoE
Number of Po...
36 Ports
R14,080
Ex Tax:R12,243
Brand: LANBERG
Stock: 2
The LANBERG ILFE-8P-1GE-1S-120 is an unmanaged light industrial Ethernet switch with integrated Power over Ethernet. It provides four PoE++ (BT) ports..
Switch Type
Industrial & Rackmount
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
8 Ports
PoE
PoE++
R1,713
Ex Tax:R1,490
Brand: PULSAR
Stock: 8
PULSAR SFG64F1 6-port network switch is engineered for CCTV and IP camera systems, providing reliable Ethernet connectivity for up to four IP cameras...
Switch Type
Desktop
Number of Po...
6 Ports
PoE
No
R1,109
Ex Tax:R964
Brand: ATTE
Stock: 21
Atte APT-4-11-CA1 is a 4-port PoE switch in a hermetic enclosure designed for installations that require sealed network equipment. The unit provides f..
Switch Type
Desktop
Number of Po...
4 Ports
PoE
PoE
R1,783
Ex Tax:R1,551
36 mo.free
Brand: DAHUA
Stock: 207
PoE Switch CS4010-8ET2GT-60 8-Port Dahua — Genuine DAHUA product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, official man..
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
8 Ports
PoE
PoE
R1,248
Ex Tax:R1,085
Brand: REYEE
Stock: 7
The Reyee RG-NBS5200-48GT4XS-UP is a high-performance managed Layer 3 PoE switch designed for enterprise networks requiring robust power and data deli..
Switch Type
Rackmount
PoE
PoE
Number of Po...
48 Ports
R64,893
Ex Tax:R56,429
Brand: TRENDNET
Stock: 4
TRENDnet TEG-3182WS - Version v1.0R - Switch (TEG-3182WS) — Genuine TRENDNET product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified produc..
Switch Type
Desktop
PoE
No
Number of Po...
18 Ports
R7,354
Ex Tax:R6,395
Brand: DELOCK
Stock: 74
DELOCK 80163 is an 8‑port Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 industrial switch designed for wired network expansion in industrial and harsh environments. The unman..
Switch Type
Industrial
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
No
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R2,449
Ex Tax:R2,130
36 mo.free
Brand: Intellinet
Stock: 2
Unmanaged PoE Switch with 26 ports - 24 RJ45 and Two SFP, High-Power PoE+The Intellinet Network Solutions 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Switch with 2 ..
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Switch Type
Rackmount
PoE
PoE
Number of Po...
26 Ports
R7,521
Ex Tax:R6,540
Brand: ALLIED TELESIS
Stock: 45
The Allied Telesis GS950/10PS Gigabit Ethernet WebSmart switch features two Gigabit ports, two SFP combo ports, and eight PoE+ ports delivering up to ..
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
8 Ports
PoE
PoE
R7,821
Ex Tax:R6,801
Brand: UBIQUITI
Stock: 10
The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro Aggregation is a high-performance Layer 3 managed switch designed for demanding network environments. It features 28 SFP..
Colour
Grey
Port Speed
10 Gbps
PoE
No
Switch Type
Rackmount
R28,124
Ex Tax:R24,456
Brand: DELOCK
Stock: 3
DELOCK 80162 is a compact 5‑port Gigabit Ethernet switch with RJ45 ports designed for DIN rail mounting. The device delivers five Gigabit Ethernet con..
Switch Type
Industrial
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
5 Ports
PoE
No
R1,596
Ex Tax:R1,388
60 mo.free
Brand: D-LINK
Stock: 1
The D-Link DIS-210G-06P is an industrial-grade smart managed Gigabit PoE+ switch designed for harsh environments. With 4 PoE+ ports and a total power ..
Switch Type
Industrial
Number of Po...
6 Ports
PoE
PoE+
R5,545
Ex Tax:R4,822
60 mo.free
Brand: D-LINK
Stock: 2
The D-Link DIS-210G-12UP is a high-performance industrial smart managed switch designed for harsh environments. With 8 PoE+ ports and a total PoE budg..
Switch Type
Industrial
Number of Po...
8 Ports
PoE
PoE+
R13,063
Ex Tax:R11,360
60 mo.free
Brand: CISCO
Stock: 2
The Cisco Catalyst IE3300 is a managed industrial Ethernet switch designed for reliable Layer 2 switching in demanding environments. It provides eight..
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
No
Switch Type
Rackmount
R127,244
Ex Tax:R110,647
60 mo.free
Brand: CISCO
Stock: 21
CISCO Catalyst 1300X 48-Port Switch PoE+ with 740W power budget 4 x 10G SFP+ Uplinks 25G for Stacking — Genuine CISCO product supplied by DistriNode.A..
Port Speed
10 Gbps
Switch Type
Rackmount
PoE
PoE
Number of Po...
48 Ports
R52,720
Ex Tax:R45,844
60 mo.free
Brand: CISCO
Stock: 2
Cisco Przelacznik Catalyst 1300X 8-port 5GE 40-port GE — Genuine CISCO product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data..
Switch Type
Desktop
PoE
No
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R51,347
Ex Tax:R44,650
Brand: UBIQUITI
Stock: 4
This professional-grade 32-port switch delivers high-performance 25G SFP28 connectivity for demanding enterprise networks. Designed for medium and lar..
Switch Type
Desktop
PoE
No
Number of Po...
32 Ports
R54,138
Ex Tax:R47,077
Brand: CUDY
Stock: 10
Description: Industrial 8GbE PoE switch for harsh environments such as manufacturing, transportation, marine, oil and gas, and mining.Resistant to hig..
Colour
Black
Switch Type
Industrial
Port Speed
2.5 Gbps
PoE
PoE
R1,512
Ex Tax:R1,315
60 mo.free
Brand: ZyXEL
Stock: 31
Speedy Gigabit Performance and Diversified OptionsThere are five models for GS1200v3 series, coming with non-PoE (GS1200-5/8) to connect to devices in..
Colour
Grey
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
5 Ports
R570
Ex Tax:R496
Brand: SOPHOS
Stock: 16
The Sophos CS101-8 is a managed Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for small to medium businesses seeking reliable, secure network connectivity. With 8 ..
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
No
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R5,972
Ex Tax:R5,193
Brand: PLANET
Stock: 4
PLANET IGS-6325-16T4X is an industrial Layer 3 managed switch with 16 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 ports and 4 10GBASE-SR/LR SFP+ ports, delivering a switch..
Switch Type
Industrial
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
No
Number of Po...
16 Ports
R19,110
Ex Tax:R16,617
Brand: EXSYS
Stock: 36
The Exsys EX-62010POE-SFP is an unmanaged 1 Gbps network switch with PoE+ support and two SFP uplink ports designed for straightforward plug-and-play ..
Number of Po...
2 Ports
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Switch Type
Module & No fixed ports
PoE
PoE
R3,334
Ex Tax:R2,899
Brand: Intellinet
Stock: 3
Next-gen 2.5 Gbps Desktop 8-Port PoE Switch - Supports 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps, Power over Ethernet 802.3atThe 8-Port 2.5G Ethernet Unmanaged PoE+ Switc..
Switch Type
Desktop
Port Speed
2.5 Gbps
Number of Po...
8 Ports
PoE
PoE
R5,049
Ex Tax:R4,390
Brand: PHOENIX CONTACT
Stock: 32
Phoenix FL SWITCH 1008N 1085256 Industrial Ethernet Switch (1085256) — Genuine PHOENIX CONTACT product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stoc..
Switch Type
Industrial
PoE
No
R3,613
Ex Tax:R3,142
Brand: CISCO
Stock: 1
Catalyst 9300 24-PORT Mgig UPOE+ Network Advantage — Genuine CISCO product supplied by DistriNode.Available with live stock, verified product data, of..
Switch Type
Module & No fixed ports
PoE
PoE
Number of Po...
24 Ports
R272,265
Ex Tax:R236,752
Brand: CISCO
Stock: 20
Catalyst 9200 24-port data only, 4 x 1G, Network Advantage — Genuine CISCO product supplied by DistriNode.Key specifications:4 x 1GNetwork AdvantageAv..
Port Speed
1 Gbps
PoE
No
Number of Po...
24 Ports
R38,885
Ex Tax:R33,813
Brand: HPE
Stock: 3
HPE Aruba Networking CX 6000 is a managed L2 switch listed as 8p 10M/100M/1G Class4 PoE, 2p SFP 1G, 67W. It is black and has a power supply included.K..
Colour
Black
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Switch Type
Rackmount
Number of Po...
8 Ports
R9,388
Ex Tax:R8,164
Brand: LEVELONE
Stock: 194
The LevelOne GEP-0531 is a compact unmanaged PoE+ switch designed for small to medium businesses and home offices. It features 3 Gigabit PoE+ ports (3..
Switch Type
Desktop
Number of Po...
4 Ports
PoE
PoE+
R2,438
Ex Tax:R2,120
Brand: LONGSHINE
Stock: 2
The Longshine LCS-GS8116-B is a high-performance 16-port Gigabit Ethernet unmanaged switch designed for small to medium-sized businesses and home offi..
Switch Type
Desktop
PoE
No
Number of Po...
16 Ports
R2,234
Ex Tax:R1,943
Brand: StarTech
Stock: 7
Connect up to 8 different GbE (4 PoE+) devices, using this IP30 industrial Ethernet switch with intelligent Layer 2 managementEasily deploy or scale y..
Switch Type
Industrial & Rackmount
Port Speed
1 Gbps
Number of Po...
8 Ports
PoE
PoE
R6,900
Ex Tax:R6,000