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TRENDnet 28-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch, 24 x Gigabit Ports, 4 x Shared Gigabit Ports (RJ-45 or SFP), 185W PoE Budget, 56Gbps Switching Capacity, Lifetime Protection, Black, TPE-2840WS
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TRENDnet 28-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch (TPE-2840WS)

Bottom line: The TRENDnet 28-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the networking category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ ETHERNET PORT INTERFACE: 24 x Gigabit PoE+ Ports, 4 x Shared Gigabit ports (RJ-45 or SFP)
  • ✓ Backed by TRENDnet's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

TRENDnet’s Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch series offers advanced L2+ features with enhanced traffic management controls to meet the evolving demands of SMB networks. This rack mountable IPv6-ready managed switch comes with an intuitive web-based interface. Advanced managed switch features include LACP to increase bandwidth between switches by grouping ports together, VLANs for segmenting and isolating virtual LAN groups, QoS for traffic prioritization, port bandwidth controls, and SNMP monitoring, making this a powerful solution for any SMB network. Improve voice performance by isolating and…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored TRENDnet 28-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the networking category. TRENDnet's networking lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for networking of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • ETHERNET PORT INTERFACE: 24 x Gigabit PoE+ Ports, 4 x Shared Gigabit ports (RJ-45 or SFP)
  • FULL POE+ POWER BUDGET & SWITCHING CAPACITY: The Web Smart PoE+ switch has a 185W PoE power budget that supplies PoE+ (up to 30 W) per port and features 56Gbps switching capacity
  • WEB SMART MANAGEMENT: The 28 Port Switch provides an easy to use web-based GUI management for reduced switch configuration complexity and offers a combination of more commonly used SMB management features for easy deployment
  • INTEGRATION FLEXIBILITY: The PoE+ network switch managed features include access control lists, VLAN, IGMP snooping, QoS, RMON, SNMP trap and syslog for monitoring and flexible network integration
  • TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT: This web smart Ethernet switch has a broad range of network configurations that are support by: 802.3ad link aggregation, Asymmetric VLAN, 802.1Q VLAN, Voice VLAN, GVRP, 802.1p Class of Service (CoS), and QoS queue scheduling
  • TROUBLESHOOTING CAPABILTIES: The network switch provides real time traffic comparison charts, error group charts, and a convenient cable diagnostic test that aides in rapid troubleshooting

Full Specifications

BrandTRENDnet
ColorBlack
PlatformNot Machine Specific
InterfacePoE, SFP
Unit Count1 Count
Switch TypeMetal
Model NumberTPE-2840WS
CompatibilitySwitch
Built-In MediaCD-ROM (Utility & User's Guide), Power cord (1.8m/6 ft.), Quick Installation Guide, Rack mount kit, TPE-2840WS
Item Type NameTRENDnet 28-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch, 24 x Gigabit Ports, 4 x Shared Gigabit Ports (RJ-45 or SFP), 185W PoE Budget, 56Gbps Switching Capacity, Lifetime Protection, Black, TPE-2840WS
Mfr Part NumberTPE-2840WS
Number of Items1
Number of Packs1
Number of Ports8
Number of Layers1
Case Material TypeMetal
Compatible DevicesApple mac, Lenovo Yoga, Dell Inspiron, Acer, Asus, fujitsu, hp, ibm, Computers, Projectors, Television, TV, Blu-Ray, Receivers, Mac, Laptops
Data Transfer Rate2000 megabits_per_second
Included ComponentsCD-ROM (Utility & User's Guide), Power cord (1.8m/6 ft.), Quick Installation Guide, Rack mount kit, TPE-2840WS
Warranty DescriptionLimited Lifetime Warranty
Full listing titleTRENDnet 28-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch, 24 x Gigabit Ports, 4 x Shared Gigabit Ports (RJ-45 or SFP), 185W PoE Budget, 56Gbps Switching Capacity, Lifetime Protection, Black, TPE-2840WS

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