The Hikvision DS-3E1520P-EI is a smart-managed Gigabit PoE switch designed for IP surveillance systems, business networks, and professional security installations. It features 16 Gigabit PoE ports, two additional Gigabit RJ45 ports, and two Gigabit fibre-optic ports. With a PoE budget of up to 230W, support for IEEE 802.3af/at, VLAN configuration, PoE watchdog, and long-range transmission up to 300 metres, it provides flexible connectivity for IP cameras, wireless access points, and other network devices

Full Technical Description

The Hikvision DS-3E1520P-EI combines Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with smart management features for reliable network operation. Its 16 PoE-enabled ports supply power and data over a single Ethernet cable, simplifying installation for CCTV systems and other powered network devices.
Key Features

    20-port network design: 16 Gigabit PoE ports, two Gigabit RJ45 ports, and two Gigabit fibre-optic ports.

    230W PoE power budget: Supports multiple PoE-powered cameras and compatible devices.

    IEEE 802.3af/at support: Up to 30W per PoE port.

    Long-range PoE: Supports transmission distances up to 300 metres on ports 1–16 in extended mode, subject to cable and device conditions.

    PoE watchdog: Automatically detects and restarts unresponsive connected cameras.

    VLAN and port isolation: Helps separate network traffic and improve security.

    Link aggregation: Combines physical links to increase bandwidth and provide link redundancy.

    STP/RSTP loop prevention: Helps prevent network loops.

    QoS: Supports traffic prioritisation.

    6kV surge protection: Helps protect network ports from electrical surges.

    Rack-mountable metal housing: Designed for network cabinets and professional installations.

    Remote management: Supports web management and compatible Hikvision management platforms.

Technical Specifications

Specification
    

Details

Brand
    

Hikvision

Model
    

DS-3E1520P-EI

Product type
    

Smart-managed Gigabit PoE switch

Total ports
    

20

Gigabit PoE ports
    

16 × RJ45

Additional Ethernet ports
    

2 × Gigabit RJ45

Fibre-optic ports
    

2 × Gigabit fibre

Switching capacity
    

68 Gbps

Packet forwarding rate
    

50.59 Mpps

MAC address table
    

16K entries

Packet buffer
    

8.4 Mbit

PoE standards
    

IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at

Maximum PoE power per port
    

30W

Total PoE budget
    

Up to 230W

Extended PoE distance
    

Up to 300m on ports 1–16

VLAN
    

IEEE 802.1Q

Loop prevention
    

STP / RSTP

PoE watchdog
    

Supported

Link aggregation
    

Static link aggregation

QoS
    

Supported

Surge protection
    

6kV

Power supply
    

100–240V AC, 50/60Hz

Maximum power consumption
    

250W

Enclosure
    

Metal

Dimensions
    

440 × 44 × 220.8mm

Operating temperature
    

0°C to 45°C

Installation
    

Desktop / rack mounting