LINKSYS

Linksys managed switches are collected here, from an 8-port Gigabit PoE+ switch to 24-port and 48-port models with 10G SFP+ uplinks.

PoE+ switches power VoIP phones, cameras and access points through the network cable, which removes the need for separate power adapters. Offices buy them when they add phones or outgrow an old switch. Managed models let you separate voice traffic from data. Our team can help you size a switch at (866) 205-4112.

Before you order

  • Count ports and add spares. Models listed have 5, 8, 16, 24 and 48 ports, so allow room for growth.
  • Check PoE needs. PoE and PoE+ models power phones, cameras and access points, but each switch has a total power limit.
  • Managed or desktop. Managed models support VLANs for voice. Desktop models are simple plug and play.
  • Not sure? Call us with your device list.

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Linksys switch buying guide

Managed or unmanaged

Desktop switches work out of the box and suit a small office or a single desk. Managed switches let you set up VLANs, so voice traffic can be kept apart from data. If you run a VoIP phone system with more than a few users, a managed switch is worth considering.

PoE and PoE+

A PoE switch sends power to phones, cameras and access points through the network cable. PoE+ delivers more power per port for devices that need it. Add up the power each device uses and compare it to the switch budget, not just the port count.

Sizing and uplinks

Pick a switch with ports for every device plus spares. The 24 and 48 port managed models include 10G SFP+ uplinks to connect to another switch or a server over fiber or DAC cable. The 8 port desktop models suit a single room or desk.

Rack or desk placement

Desktop switches sit on a shelf or desk and are quiet enough for a small office. The 24 and 48 port models are larger and are usually mounted in a rack or wiring closet. Check the size and the mounting parts before you order, and leave room for airflow and for patch cables.

Common questions

Do I need PoE for IP phones?

Only if you want to power them from the switch. Otherwise each phone needs its own power adapter.

Can a desktop switch run VoIP phones?

Yes, for small setups. Larger sites tend to need managed features. Ask our support team if you are unsure.

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