Description

Grandstream GWN7813P Enterprise Layer 3 Managed PoE+ Network Switch

The Grandstream GWN7813P represents the ultimate convergence of high-density Layer 3 routing capabilities and comprehensive PoE+ power management, specifically designed for large-scale enterprise deployments in Dubai that require both sophisticated network intelligence and centralized power delivery. This 24-port managed switch combines advanced routing protocols with a substantial 370W PoE+ power budget, enabling organizations to support extensive arrays of PoE-enabled devices while maintaining the complex routing capabilities necessary for modern enterprise network architectures.

Dubai’s dynamic business environment increasingly demands network solutions that can support comprehensive device ecosystems while providing the advanced routing intelligence necessary for complex applications, cloud services, and distributed business operations. The Grandstream GWN7813P addresses these requirements by delivering enterprise-grade Layer 3 functionality alongside comprehensive PoE+ support, making it an ideal choice for large offices, educational institutions, hospitality venues, and industrial facilities that require both advanced routing and centralized power management capabilities.

The strategic importance of combining high-density Layer 3 routing with PoE+ capabilities becomes particularly apparent in Dubai’s modern commercial developments and smart building initiatives, where organizations need to support multiple device types while implementing sophisticated network architectures that can adapt to evolving business requirements. The GWN7813P’s ability to provide routing intelligence, network segmentation, and power delivery through a single device significantly reduces infrastructure complexity while enabling more flexible and cost-effective network designs.

Integrated High-Performance Routing and Power Management

The Grandstream GWN7813P incorporates sophisticated algorithms that optimize both Layer 3 routing performance and PoE+ power distribution across all connected devices. With a total power budget of 370W and the ability to deliver up to 30W per port, the switch can simultaneously support high-power devices such as PTZ security cameras, high-performance wireless access points, and advanced IP phones while maintaining full Layer 3 routing capabilities across all network segments.

The switch’s intelligent power allocation capabilities work seamlessly with Layer 3 routing functionality to ensure that both network performance and power distribution remain optimal even during peak usage periods. This integration proves essential for organizations implementing comprehensive smart building solutions, advanced security systems, or unified communications deployments that require both sophisticated routing and reliable power delivery for connected devices.

Advanced power monitoring and routing analytics provide comprehensive insights into both network performance and energy consumption patterns across all connected devices and network segments. Organizations can correlate routing table changes with power consumption data to optimize network designs, identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, and implement more effective capacity planning strategies. This level of visibility proves particularly valuable for organizations implementing green IT initiatives or seeking to optimize operational costs through intelligent infrastructure management.

The GWN7813P’s support for power scheduling and routing policy automation enables organizations to implement sophisticated management strategies that coordinate power delivery with network routing policies. The ability to automatically adjust both power allocation and routing priorities based on time of day, device type, or network conditions creates opportunities for more efficient network operations and enhanced security through automated response to network events or security threats.

Advanced Security Integration for Large-Scale PoE Deployments

Security considerations become increasingly complex in large-scale deployments that combine Layer 3 routing with PoE power delivery, as both network traffic and power distribution must be protected against potential threats while supporting diverse device types and user groups. The Grandstream GWN7813P addresses these challenges through comprehensive security features that protect both routing infrastructure and connected PoE devices while maintaining the performance necessary for business-critical applications.

The switch’s ability to control power delivery to individual ports provides an additional layer of security that complements traditional network access controls. Administrators can remotely disable compromised devices by cutting their power supply while simultaneously implementing routing policies that isolate affected network segments. This integrated approach to security provides more comprehensive protection against both logical and physical security threats.

Advanced threat detection capabilities help identify and mitigate security risks specific to large-scale Layer 3 PoE environments, such as coordinated attacks that target both routing protocols and power infrastructure. The GWN7813P’s monitoring systems can detect unusual patterns in both routing table updates and power consumption that might indicate security compromises, equipment malfunctions, or unauthorized device deployments. The correlation of routing data with power usage patterns provides security teams with additional insights that enhance overall threat detection capabilities.

The integration of power management with network access control creates opportunities for sophisticated security policies that combine authentication, authorization, and power delivery across multiple network segments. Organizations can implement policies that provide power only to authenticated devices that have also been authorized for specific network segments or routing domains, creating a more comprehensive security framework that addresses the unique challenges of large-scale enterprise deployments.

Streamlined Deployment for Abu Dhabi’s Smart Infrastructure

The Grandstream GWN7813P’s combination of high-density Layer 3 routing and PoE+ capabilities significantly simplifies large-scale smart infrastructure deployments in Abu Dhabi’s modern commercial developments and government facilities. The elimination of separate routing devices and power infrastructure reduces installation complexity while providing the advanced networking capabilities necessary for intelligent building systems, IoT deployments, and comprehensive security installations.

The switch’s automatic device discovery and routing configuration capabilities enable rapid deployment of smart infrastructure components without requiring extensive manual configuration. When compatible devices are connected, the GWN7813P automatically detects their power requirements and configures appropriate routing policies based on device type, network location, and organizational policies. This automation reduces deployment time and minimizes the potential for configuration errors that could impact system performance or security.

Centralized management capabilities through the switch’s web interface and GDMS cloud platform provide comprehensive control over both routing policies and power distribution across all connected devices from a single management console. Infrastructure operators can monitor network performance, adjust routing configurations, and control power delivery to individual devices without requiring physical access to network infrastructure. This centralized approach proves particularly valuable for smart infrastructure applications where devices may be distributed throughout large facilities or installed in difficult-to-access locations.

The GWN7813P’s compatibility with Grandstream’s ecosystem of PoE-enabled devices and routing-aware applications enables organizations to implement comprehensive smart infrastructure solutions that can be managed through unified platforms and policies. This integration reduces operational complexity while ensuring consistent performance and security across all infrastructure systems and network components.

Enhanced Performance for Enterprise Applications in Dubai

The GWN7813P’s advanced Layer 3 capabilities make it an ideal platform for supporting demanding enterprise applications that require sophisticated routing intelligence and reliable power delivery for connected devices. The switch’s ability to implement Quality of Service (QoS) policies at the routing level ensures that critical applications receive appropriate network resources even in complex, multi-segment network environments that support diverse application types and extensive device deployments.

Support for multicast routing enables efficient distribution of multimedia content, software updates, and other bandwidth-intensive applications across multiple network segments while providing PoE power to endpoints such as digital signage displays, video conferencing systems, and collaboration devices. This capability proves particularly valuable for organizations that use advanced communication systems, training platforms, or multimedia applications that require distribution of content to PoE-powered endpoints located in different network segments.

The switch’s support for advanced traffic engineering capabilities enables organizations to optimize network performance for specific applications or user groups through intelligent routing decisions that consider both network topology and power requirements. The GWN7813P’s ability to analyze traffic patterns and implement dynamic routing adjustments ensures that network resources are allocated efficiently while maintaining optimal performance for business-critical applications and PoE-powered devices.

Advanced application awareness capabilities enable the switch to recognize and prioritize different types of network traffic while ensuring that PoE-powered devices receive appropriate power and network resources. This intelligence proves particularly valuable for organizations that use voice communications, video conferencing, or other real-time applications that require consistent performance and reliable power delivery for optimal operation.

Integration with Comprehensive Unified Communications Solutions

The GWN7813P’s combination of Layer 3 routing capabilities and extensive PoE+ power delivery makes it an ideal foundation for comprehensive unified communications deployments that require sophisticated network intelligence and reliable power for large numbers of connected devices. The switch’s ability to implement advanced QoS policies at the routing level ensures that voice and video communications receive appropriate network resources even in complex, multi-segment network environments that support extensive device deployments.

Support for Voice VLAN and advanced traffic prioritization features works in conjunction with PoE+ power delivery to ensure that communication devices receive both appropriate network priority and reliable power supply across all network segments. This integration proves critical for organizations that depend on IP-based communications for business operations, customer service, or internal collaboration activities while supporting large numbers of communication endpoints.

The switch’s support for multicast routing enables efficient distribution of multimedia communications and collaboration content across multiple network segments while providing PoE power to endpoints such as IP phones, video conferencing systems, and collaboration displays. This capability proves particularly valuable for organizations that use advanced communication systems, training platforms, or multimedia applications that require distribution of content to PoE-powered endpoints located throughout large facilities.

Advanced call routing capabilities enable the switch to participate in sophisticated telephony architectures that require intelligent call handling and routing decisions across multiple network segments. When combined with Grandstream’s UCM series IP PBX systems or SoftwareUCM solutions, the GWN7813P can implement advanced communication policies while providing power and connectivity to all connected communication devices throughout the organization.

Specifications:

• Physical Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ ports, 1 x Console port
• PoE+ Power: IEEE 802.3at/af compliant, up to 30W per port, 370W total power budget
• Switching Capacity: 56 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 41.67 Mpps
• MAC Address Table: 16K entries
• Routing Table: 4K IPv4 routes, 2K IPv6 routes
• VLAN Support: 4K VLANs, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, Port-based VLAN, Voice VLAN
• Routing Protocols: Static routing, RIP v1/v2, inter-VLAN routing, VRRP
• Spanning Tree: IEEE 802.1D STP, IEEE 802.1w RSTP, IEEE 802.1s MSTP
• Link Aggregation: IEEE 802.3ad LACP, up to 12 groups
• QoS: 8 priority queues, DSCP, IEEE 802.1p, rate limiting, traffic shaping
• Security Features: Port security, IEEE 802.1X authentication, ACL (L2/L3), DHCP snooping, ARP inspection, DoS protection
• Management: Web GUI, CLI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, GDMS cloud management, SSH, Telnet
• Power Consumption: Maximum 450W (including PoE budget)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
• Dimensions: 440 x 285 x 44 mm
• Mounting: 19-inch rack-mount (1U)
• Warranty: 2 years manufacturer warranty