State of SMB LAN Infrastructure: D-Link's Perspective on Network Moder

The Tolly Group recently spoke with JP McFarlane about how SMB networks are evolving. Topics include why legacy GbE switching becomes a bottleneck for modern apps, what Wi-Fi 7 deployments demand from PoE and uplinks, and how D-Link approaches upgrades and management without mandatory subscriptions.

Click link for discussion: https://tolly.com/blog/post/6113a61f-4fd8-4bdf-aa17-ff5c6bfb5a73/state-of-smb-lan-infrastructure-dlinks-perspective-on-network-modernization

Key Takeaways from Discussion

Legacy Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) infrastructure creates bottlenecks for HD video, rich media, and modern applications
Wi-Fi 7 deployments require 60-watt 802.3bt PoE budgets and multi-gigabit uplinks that existing switches often cannot provide
D-Link takes a measured approach to AI, focusing on features that assist administrators rather than replacing human oversight
Flexible licensing models avoid subscription lock-in, with Nuclias Unity Cloud advanced capabilities available as optional add-ons when needed
Incremental upgrades targeting edge infrastructure can extend network lifespan without complete forklift replacements
Comprehensive product portfolio spans Layer 3 stackable switches, Wi-Fi 6/7 access points, and cellular M2M/IoT modems
NDAA/TAA alignment and lifetime warranties differentiate D-Link in the SMB market

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Connect with D-Link Solutions Experts for deeper discussions about SMB networking strategies at (888) 354-6574 (options 2) or solutions@us.dlink.com.

D-Link's Product Portfolio and Roadmap

D-Link offers comprehensive solutions spanning core-to-edge networking. The portfolio includes unmanaged switches through full Layer 3 stackable switches available in 1GbE, 2.5GbE, 5GbE, and 10GbE configurations. On the wireless side, D-Link supports Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 access points. Recent introductions include 4G and 5G cellular modems for M2M/IoT connectivity.

To better reflect D-Link's multi-gigabit and 10GbE switching portfolio, representative families include DXS-3130 Series, DMS-3130 Series, DXS-1210 Series, and DMS-1250 Series. On the Wi-Fi side, D-Link's Wi-Fi 7 access point portfolio includes the new DAP-E9560.

Most of our business networking solutions follow NDAA and TAA requirements to support government, public sector, and enterprise deployments; customers should refer to individual product documentation for specific details.

Business Switching: https://shop.us.dlink.com/collections/smart-manged-switches

Campus & Enterprise Switching: https://shop.us.dlink.com/collections/enterprise-switches

WiFi Access Points: https://shop.us.dlink.com/collections/wireless-access-points