Hikvision DS-3E1518P-EI 16Port Gigabit Smart PoE Switch

Hikvision DS-3E1518P-EI 16Port Gigabit Smart PoE Switch

The Hikvision DS-3E1518P-EI is a high-performance 16-Port Gigabit Smart Managed PoE Switch designed for professional IP surveillance networks, business infrastructure, and high-bandwidth enterprise deployments. With a 230W PoE power budget, support for IEEE 802.3af/at, long-range PoE transmission up to 300 meters, and intelligent Layer 2+ management, this switch offers exceptional reliability, stability, and advanced control for demanding networks.

Key Features

• 16 × PoE Gigabit Ports + 2 Uplink Ports
  (1 × Gigabit RJ45 + 1 × Gigabit SFP Fiber) for flexible uplink and network expansion.

• 230W Total PoE Budget
  Supports 802.3af/at PoE devices up to 30W per port, ideal for IP cameras, APs, VoIP phones, and more.

• Long-Range PoE up to 300m
  Extend PoE power and data transmission for distant cameras or access points.

• Intelligent PoE Watchdog
  Automatically detects and restarts unresponsive PoE-powered devices.

• Advanced Layer 2+ Management
  Supports VLANs, link aggregation, STP/RSTP, LLDP, port mirroring, and more.

• High Switching Performance
  56 Gbps switching capacity and 41.66 Mpps forwarding rate deliver outstanding throughput.

• Robust Metal Housing + Rack-Mountable
  Enterprise-grade durability with 6 kV surge protection.

• Remote Management via Hik-Partner Pro
  Enables topology view, port monitoring, PoE status, alerts, and one-click firmware upgrades.

Specifications

General

Network Parameters

PoE Power Supply

Software Features

Long Range Mode

• Ports 1–16 support long-range PoE up to 300 meters

• Distance depends on cable quality and camera type

Port Isolation

• Ports 1–16 can be isolated for enhanced network security

• Devices in isolation cannot communicate with each other but can communicate with uplinks

PoE Watchdog

• Automatically detects non-responsive IP cameras and reboots them

Link Aggregation

• Supports static link aggregation

• Up to 8 aggregation groups

Loop Prevention

• Prevents network loops that disrupt communication

• Supports 802.1D STP and 802.1w RSTP

VLAN

• Supports 802.1Q VLAN tagging

• VLAN IDs: 1–4094

• Access and Trunk modes supported

• Up to 32 VLANs

HPP (Hik-Partner Pro) Management

Provides remote management capabilities including:

1. Port rate display

2. Bandwidth utilization

3. PoE power usage

4. Topology visualization

5. Alarm/status monitoring

6. Port and device restart

7. Enable long-range mode

8. Remote firmware upgrade

System Maintenance

• Web-based management interface

• DHCP Client (enabled by default)

• Super IP: 10.180.190.200 for emergency access

• Supports Hik-Central Pro

• Cable diagnostics (length + fault detection)

• Supports LLDP, SNMP v1/v2c, and port mirroring

Certifications

What’s in the Box

• 1 × Hikvision DS-3E1518P-EI Switch

• Rack Mounting Ears + Screws

• Power Cable

• Quick Installation Guide

Why Choose the DS-3E1518P-EI

• High PoE budget ideal for full surveillance deployments

• Long-range PoE eliminates the need for repeaters

• Enterprise reliability with metal housing & surge protection

• Advanced management, security, and monitoring tools

• Smooth integration with Hikvision cameras and NVRs

• Perfect for offices, buildings, CCTV networks, and SMBs