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Grandstream GWN7806P Layer 2+ Managed PoE Switch - 48 Gigabit Ports - 6 SFP+ Uplinks - Smart Power Control
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This enterprise-grade switch operates at Layer 2+ with advanced management capabilities, supporting both IPv6 and IPv4 networks for future-proof deployment. Reliability is enhanced through features like fault detection, device protection, dual boot, dual system file redundancy, link aggregation, and storm control.
The six SFP+ uplink ports offer 10 Gigabit connectivity for high-bandwidth applications, while the 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports handle local device connections. Built-in QoS ensures critical traffic receives priority, maintaining performance for voice, video, and data applications.
Relevant factors for this section include SKU. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The GWN7806P combines high-density connectivity with intelligent power management and robust security features, making it an ideal foundation for modern business networks.
High-Density Connectivity
With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, this switch supports extensive device deployments across office floors, retail spaces, or educational campuses without requiring multiple smaller switches.
- 48 Gigabit ports for wired devices
- 6 SFP+ uplinks for backbone links
Intelligent Power Management
Dynamic PoE/PoE+ allocation per port ensures connected devices receive only the power they need, reducing energy waste and simplifying deployment of PoE-powered endpoints.
- Per-port power allocation
- Optimized for IP phones, WAPs, cameras
Unified Management Ecosystem
Seamless integration with GWN Series Routers, GWN.Cloud, and GWN Manager provides centralized control and monitoring across Grandstream networking products.
- Embedded controller
- Centralized management platform
Deployment / Use Cases
The GWN7806P is designed for environments where reliable, high-performance networking with power delivery capabilities is essential. Its combination of port density, uplink capacity, and management features makes it suitable for various business scenarios.
In office deployments, the switch can power VoIP phones and wireless access points while providing high-speed connectivity to workstations and servers. For retail or hospitality environments, it supports security camera systems, point-of-sale terminals, and guest Wi-Fi infrastructure with centralized management.
Relevant factors for this section include SKU. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Small-to-Medium Business Networks
Provides the port density and management capabilities needed for growing businesses with multiple departments, conference rooms, and shared resources.
Unified Communications Infrastructure
Supports VoIP deployments with PoE for phones, QoS for voice traffic prioritization, and integration with Grandstream's UC ecosystem.
Highlights
- 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-density device connectivity
- 6 SFP+ uplink ports (10 Gigabit) for high-speed backbone links
- Dynamic PoE/PoE+ power allocation per port for efficient energy management
- Layer 2+ managed switching with advanced configuration options
- Supports IPv6 and IPv4 networks for future-proof deployment
- Embedded controller integrates with GWN Series Routers, GWN.Cloud, and GWN Manager
- Stacking support for up to 16 switches with centralized management
- Comprehensive security features including ARP Inspection and DoS protection
- Built-in QoS for prioritization of critical network traffic
- Reliability enhancements like dual boot and link aggregation
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Grandstream |
| SKU | GWN7806P |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GWN7806P |
User Manual
- Datasheet_GWN7806_English.pdf
- Datasheet_GWN7806_French.pdf
- Datasheet_GWN7806_German.pdf
- Datasheet_GWN7806_Italian.pdf
- Datasheet_GWN7806_Polish.pdf
- Datasheet_GWN7806_Portuguese.pdf
- Datasheet_GWN7806_Russian.pdf
- Datasheet_GWN7806_Spanish.pdf
- EU%20Declaration%20of%20Conformity-No%20448-GWN7806.pdf
- EU%20Declaration%20of%20Conformity-No%20445-GWN7806P.pdf
- Fiber_Port_Module_English.pdf
- EU%20Declaration%20of%20Conformity-No%20807-1.25G%20Fiber%20Modules.pdf
- EU%20Declaration%20of%20Conformity-No%20808-10G%20Fiber%20Modules.pdf
FAQ
How many devices can the GWN7806P switch support?
The GWN7806P provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports for connecting wired devices such as computers, printers, IP phones, and security cameras. Additionally, it features 6 SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed connections to other network switches, routers, or servers. This port density makes it suitable for small-to-medium business environments with extensive networking requirements.
What type of PoE support does this switch offer?
The switch supports dynamic PoE/PoE+ power allocation on a per-port basis. This intelligent power management system automatically detects connected PoE devices and delivers the appropriate amount of power required by each device, optimizing energy usage and simplifying deployment of PoE-powered endpoints like IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras.
Can multiple GWN7806P switches be managed together?
Yes, the GWN7806P supports stacking for up to 16 switches with centralized management. This stacking capability allows network administrators to manage multiple switches as a single logical unit through the embedded controller, which integrates with GWN Series Routers, GWN.Cloud, and GWN Manager for unified control across Grandstream's networking ecosystem.
What security features are included with this managed switch?
The switch includes comprehensive security features such as ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, DoS protection, port security, and DHCP snooping. These features help protect against common network attacks, unauthorized access, and malicious traffic while maintaining network integrity and performance for legitimate business applications.
How does the switch handle network traffic prioritization?
Built-in Quality of Service (QoS) ensures critical network traffic receives priority treatment. This traffic prioritization maintains optimal performance for voice, video, and data applications even during periods of high network utilization, making the switch well-suited for unified communications deployments and other latency-sensitive applications.
What are the uplink capabilities of the GWN7806P?
The switch features 6 SFP+ uplink ports that provide 10 Gigabit connectivity for high-bandwidth applications. These uplinks serve as high-speed backbone connections to other network switches, routers, or servers, ensuring sufficient bandwidth for aggregated traffic from the 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and supporting demanding network environments.