Zyxel GS1008HP Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) Power over Ethernet (PoE) Grey

The Zyxel GS1008HP is an unmanaged gigabit Ethernet switch with 8 RJ-45 ports that provide Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality. Designed for small offices and SOHOs, the switch supports IEEE 802.3af/802.3at PoE standards and offers a total PoE power budget of 60 W. With gigabit data transmission, fanless design and Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) support, the GS1008HP connects and powers devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras and VoIP phones without requiring configuration.

Advantages

The GS1008HP delivers gigabit performance for each port, support for PoE+ (802.3at) with up to 30 W per port (subject to total budget), and an overall switching capacity of 16 Gbit/s. Its unmanaged, plug-and-play operation simplifies deployment while the fanless housing reduces noise and potential mechanical failures. Built-in EEE reduces energy use during low traffic periods, and a power-threshold LED helps manage the 60 W PoE budget by indicating when consumption approaches limits.

Suitable for

• Small offices and SOHOs requiring PoE for access points, cameras or VoIP phones
• Expanding a wired gigabit network without managed switch complexity
• Quiet environments that benefit from a fanless network device

Key specifications

• Model: Zyxel GS1008HP (MPN GS1008HP-EU0101F, EAN 4718937604135)
• Switch type: Unmanaged
• Ports: 8 × Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) RJ-45
• PoE support: IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at (PoE+), max 30 W per port (subject to total budget)
• Total PoE budget: 60 W
• Switching capacity: 16 Gbit/s
• Energy efficiency: IEEE 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet)
• Power input: DC-in (55 V nominal as specified by manufacturer)
• Color / Weight: Grey; 0.61 kg

How to use

Place the switch on a stable surface in a ventilated area. Connect the included DC power adapter to the DC-in jack and plug it into a power outlet. Attach network devices to the RJ-45 ports using standard Ethernet cables; PoE-capable devices will receive power automatically up to the switch's available PoE budget. The GS1008HP is unmanaged and ready for plug-and-play operation—no configuration is required. Monitor the front-panel LED indicators to check link/activity and the PoE power threshold indicator (turns orange when consumption reaches around 50 W).

Recommendations

To avoid exceeding the 60 W total PoE budget, calculate the power requirements of connected PoE devices in advance and prioritize critical devices. Place bandwidth-sensitive devices on separate ports when possible and ensure Ethernet cables are in good condition to maintain gigabit link performance.