D-Link 28 Port Gigabit SmartPro Switch

Power your small to medium-sized business with the D-Link 28 Port Gigabit SmartPro Switch. Designed to deliver reliable, scalable performance, this smart managed switch helps SMEs and SMBs consolidate their network infrastructure, improve security, and optimize traffic with advanced Layer 2 features. Whether you’re upgrading a crowded office or building a new network from the ground up, the DGS-1510 series combines enterprise-grade capabilities with accessible management and energy efficiency. It’s the perfect backbone for dense workplaces that demand solid performance, robust security, and easy administration.

• High-density 28-port architecture delivers ample port capacity for desktops, servers, access points, and printers with seamless, low-latency performance across the network.
• SmartPro management with an intuitive web GUI, CLI, and SNMP support enables granular control over VLANs, QoS, LAG, security policies, and traffic monitoring for informed decision-making.
• Advanced security and traffic control including access control lists (ACLs), storm control, port security, and IGMP Snooping to optimize multicast traffic and reduce broadcast storms that slow down critical applications.
• Flexible uplinks and growth options with SFP uplink ports for fiber connectivity, enabling uplink aggregation, longer-distance links, and simplified topology expansion as your business scales.
• Energy-efficient and reliable for business environments with a durable chassis and features designed to minimize power consumption while maintaining performance for day-to-day operations.

The D-Link 28 Port Gigabit SmartPro Switch is engineered for environments where uptime matters. It provides dependable performance for everyday office tasks, data backups, cloud access, VoIP, and video conferencing. Its smart features help administrators implement network segmentation, prioritize essential services, and tighten security without sacrificing user experience. With VLAN support, Quality of Service (QoS), and advanced security capabilities, this switch reduces network congestion and ensures that business-critical applications receive the bandwidth they need. The compact, sturdy enclosure is designed for desk or rack mounting, making deployment straightforward in a variety of office layouts. By integrating this switch into your network, you create a scalable foundation that can grow with your organization while keeping management simple and cost-effective.

For IT teams tasked with maintaining performance and reliability, the D-Link 28 Port SmartPro Switch stands out as a practical, feature-rich solution that balances powerful capabilities with user-friendly administration. Its modular design and straightforward configuration streamline network upgrades, allowing you to consolidate aging switches and improve network reliability without a steep learning curve. Businesses benefit from simplified firmware updates, robust monitoring, and predictable traffic behavior that helps prevent bottlenecks during peak hours. In addition, the switch is designed to operate efficiently in busy office environments, contributing to lower operating costs over time and a cleaner, more secure network perimeter.

Technical Details of D-Link 28 Port Gigabit SmartPro Switch

• Port configuration: 28 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports
• Uplink options: 4 x 1 GbE SFP ports for fiber connectivity
• Layer 2 switching with enhanced traffic management and QoS capabilities
• 802.1Q VLAN support for network segmentation and improved security
• Link Aggregation (LACP) for increased bandwidth and redundancy between switches
• Security features including ACLs, port security, and storm control
• IGMP Snooping to optimize multicast traffic and reduce unnecessary broadcast traffic
• Management options: web GUI, CLI, SNMP for flexible administration and monitoring
• Power and efficiency: energy-conscious design with power-saving features

How to install D-Link 28 Port Gigabit SmartPro Switch

Setting up the D-Link 28 Port Gigabit SmartPro Switch is designed to be straightforward. Follow these steps to get your network online quickly and securely:

• Place the switch in a well-ventilated area on a stable surface or mount it in a rack, ensuring adequate airflow around the chassis.
• Connect the switch to a power source and link it to your network core or router using one of the uplink SFP ports for enhanced backbone connectivity.
• Connect end devices, such as workstations, printers, IP phones, and wireless access points, to the 28 Ethernet ports on the front panel.
• Access the management interface by configuring the switch’s IP address (either via DHCP or a static IP) and logging in through the web GUI. Change the default admin password immediately for security.
• Configure VLANs, QoS rules, and security settings (ACLs and port security) to align with your network policy. Enable LACP on uplink ports if you plan to connect to another switch for higher bandwidth and redundancy.
• Save your configuration, enable remote management if required, and set up ongoing monitoring to track performance and security events. Regularly update the firmware to benefit from security fixes and feature enhancements.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Is the standard D-Link 28 Port SmartPro Switch PoE-capable? A: The standard DGS-1510-28 configuration is non-PoE. If PoE is required, consider the PoE-enabled variant in the DGS-1510 family (for example, DGS-1510-28P) or connect a separate PoE injector or switch to power PoE devices.
• Q: What management options are available? A: The switch supports a web-based graphical user interface (GUI), command-line interface (CLI), and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for centralized monitoring and control.
• Q: Can I segment traffic with VLANs? A: Yes. The switch supports VLANs using 802.1Q tagging, allowing you to separate office traffic, guest networks, voice, and IoT devices for improved security and performance.
• Q: Does it support link aggregation? A: Yes. You can configure Link Aggregation (LACP) to combine multiple physical links into a single logical link for higher throughput and redundancy between switches.
• Q: What deployment scenarios is this switch best suited for? A: It’s ideal for small to medium-sized businesses needing a reliable, manageable, gigabit backbone with room to grow—perfect for dense office environments with many desktops, servers, IP phones, and access points.