The D-Link DGS-1210-20 is part of the DGS-1210 Series, engineered to deliver enterprise-grade performance with cost efficiency. Featuring 16 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit ports and 4 x Gigabit RJ45/SFP combo ports, it provides versatile connectivity for both copper and fiber deployments. This makes it suitable for small to medium-sized businesses, schools, and government offices that require reliable and scalable networking.
The switch supports advanced Layer 2 features such as IGMP snooping, port mirroring, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP). With L2+ static routing, it enables faster inter-VLAN communication without the need for external routers, improving efficiency in segmented networks. Administrators can also benefit from Auto Voice VLAN and Surveillance Mode, which automatically prioritize voice and video traffic to ensure high-quality communication and monitoring.
Security is a core strength of the DGS-1210-20, with features like D-Link Safeguard Engine, 802.1X port-based authentication, and Access Control Lists (ACLs) to protect against traffic flooding, unauthorized access, and potential cyber threats. Management is simplified through multiple interfaces, including a user-friendly web UI, CLI, and SNMP support. Surveillance Mode provides a dedicated interface for managing ONVIF-compatible IP cameras, making it especially useful for institutions deploying video surveillance systems.
Compact yet powerful, the DGS-1210-20 is a future-ready solution that balances performance, scalability, and affordability. It is ideal for organizations seeking a reliable backbone for their digital transformation, with the flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs.
16 x Gigabit Ports – High-speed connectivity for core devices.
4 x Gigabit RJ45/SFP Combo Ports – Flexible copper or fiber uplinks.
Advanced L2 Switching – IGMP snooping, STP, LACP, port mirroring.
L2+ Static Routing – Faster inter-VLAN communication without external routers.
Auto Voice VLAN & Surveillance Mode – Prioritizes VoIP and video traffic automatically.
Safeguard Engine & ACLs – Protects against flooding, viruses, and unauthorized access.
Multiple Management Interfaces – Web UI, CLI, SNMP, and dedicated surveillance UI.
Energy-Efficient Design – Reduces power consumption with D-Link Green Technology.
| Device Type | 20-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | 16 x 10/100/1000BASE-T ports, 4 x Gigabit SFP ports |
| Switching Capacity | 40 Gbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | 29.8 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table | 8K entries |
| Packet Buffer Memory | 4.1 Mbits |
| Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX, IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T, IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-X |
|---|---|
| Other Standards | IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet, IEEE 802.3x Flow Control |
| L2 Features | IGMP Snooping, STP/RSTP/MSTP, Link Aggregation (LACP), Port Mirroring, Loopback Detection, Jumbo Frame support |
|---|---|
| VLAN | 802.1Q VLAN, Auto Voice VLAN, Auto Surveillance VLAN, up to 256 static VLAN groups |
| QoS | 802.1p QoS, 8 queues per port, WRR, DSCP, bandwidth control |
| L3 Features | Static routing (IPv4/IPv6), up to 124 IPv4 routes, 50 IPv6 routes |
| Access Control | ACLs (up to 768 rules), IP-MAC-Port Binding, ARP Inspection, DHCP Snooping |
|---|---|
| Authentication | 802.1X port-based, RADIUS, local database, EAP/TLS/TTLS/PEAP |
| Safeguard Engine | Protection against traffic flooding and DoS attacks |
| Interfaces | Web-based GUI, Telnet CLI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, D-Link Network Assistant, D-View 8 |
|---|---|
| Features | Dual image/configuration, cable diagnostics, system log, firmware upgrade, DHCP auto configuration |
| Power Input | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
|---|---|
| Max Power Consumption | ~16.5 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50 °C |
| Humidity | 0% to 95% RH |
| Dimensions | 280 x 180 x 44 mm |
| Weight | ~1.8 kg |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, VCCI, BSMI, UL, LVD |
| Model | DGS-1210-20 – 20-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch |
|---|---|
| Optional SFP Transceivers | DGS-712, DEM-302S, DEM-310GT, DEM-311GT, DEM-312GT2, DEM-314GT, DEM-315GT, DEM-330T/R, DEM-331T/R, DEM-210, DEM-211, DEM-220T/R |