Surveillance Infrastructure

Surveillance Solutions from Camera to Core

Modern surveillance planning starts with the full network path: cameras at the edge, PoE access switching, Multi-Gigabit and 10GbE access where needed, fiber uplinks, aggregation, core connectivity, recording, storage and management visibility.

D-Link switch families help consultants and business teams match each part of the surveillance design to the right role, from DSS and DGS camera access to DMS Multi-Gigabit access, DXS aggregation and core switching, DIS remote-edge connectivity and compatible fiber transceivers.

Camera growth creates infrastructure demand.

Plan for PoE at the edge, port speed at the access layer, 10GbE and 25GbE uplinks, fiber distance, aggregation, recording and storage paths, and visibility across connected surveillance devices.

Solution Areas

Infrastructure Areas That Support Modern Surveillance

Video Edge IP Cameras

Connect compatible dome and bullet cameras across entrances, corridors, parking areas, facility spaces and outdoor property locations.

Recording Network Video Recorders

Support local recording and retention planning as camera counts, resolution, video traffic and monitoring workflows grow.

Camera Access DSS-200G, DGS-1210, DGS-1250 and DGS-1510 Series

Use dedicated surveillance and Smart Managed access families for PoE camera connectivity, Surveillance Mode where supported, VLANs, uplinks and day-to-day camera support.

Multi-Gigabit / 10GbE Access DMS-1250, DMS-3130 and DXS-3130 Series

Use DMS families for 2.5GbE and 5GbE access needs, and DXS-3130 where the access layer needs 10GbE PoE++ ports with 25GbE uplinks.

Core, Aggregation and Fiber DGS-3630, DMS-3130, DXS-3130, DXS-3610 and DEM Modules

Aggregate traffic from access switches and plan 10GbE, 25GbE and 100GbE fiber paths toward recording, storage, monitoring and upstream network connections.

Remote Edge DIS Industrial and 5G/4G Options

Extend connectivity to outdoor cabinets, parking areas, gates, utility spaces, service areas and hard-to-wire surveillance locations.

Product availability, feature support, port configurations, PoE budgets, uplink speeds, transceiver compatibility, ONVIF support, management options, and compatibility vary by product family and model. Confirm current product documentation before specification or deployment.

Great For

High-Visibility Surveillance Environments

Different environments have different surveillance requirements, but each may need to support camera counts, PoE-powered devices, fiber connections, high-capacity uplinks, recording and retention needs, distributed network closets, and centralized monitoring.

Government 900 × 1200 px

Public Sector

Government and Public Sector Facilities

Municipal buildings, courthouses, public works, administrative offices, and public-facing service areas.

Controlled Facilities 900 × 1200 px

Controlled Access

Correctional and Controlled Facilities

Entry points, perimeters, gates, corridors, staff areas, operations spaces, and monitored common areas.

Gaming 900 × 1200 px

Gaming / Hospitality

Gaming, Hospitality, and Entertainment

Casinos, hotels, resorts, event venues, entrances, parking, back-of-house areas, and guest spaces.

Campus 900 × 1200 px

Education

Education and Campus Environments

K-12 campuses, colleges, universities, dormitories, athletic areas, parking lots, and multi-building sites.

Healthcare 900 × 1200 px

Healthcare

Healthcare and Senior Living

Hospitals, clinics, medical office buildings, senior living, entrances, parking, shared areas, and staff zones.

Industrial 900 × 1200 px

Industrial / Logistics

Industrial, Warehousing, and Logistics

Warehouses, loading docks, distribution centers, yards, gates, production areas, and remote facility zones.

Camera-to-Core Infrastructure

Switching Families for Surveillance Networks

Use this section as a selection guide before choosing products. Start with where camera traffic enters the network, then confirm PoE power, port count, Multi-Gigabit requirements, uplink speed, fiber distance, recording location, storage paths and management visibility. The right switch family depends on the role it plays in the camera-to-core path.

Camera Edge

Access

Aggregation

Core

Surveillance Mode / Camera Access

Make Camera Access Easier to See and Support

Surveillance Mode and camera-focused access switches help installers organize camera environments, review PoE use, separate traffic where supported, and manage camera connectivity from the switch layer.

DSS-200G Series DGS-1210 Series DGS-1250 Series DGS-1510 Series

Multi-Gigabit Access and Edge

Match Camera Groups to the Right Access Capacity

Multi-Gigabit access is where PoE power, port density and uplink planning come together. DMS-1250 supports compact 2.5GbE access zones, DMS-3130 supports higher-density 2.5GbE/5GbE PoE access, and DXS-3130 can support 10GbE PoE++ access with 25GbE uplinks when the access layer needs additional headroom.

DMS-1250 Series DMS-3130 Series DGS-3630 Series DXS-3130 Series DGS-1250 Series DSS-200G Series

Core / Aggregation

Move Video Toward Recording, Storage and Monitoring

Core and aggregation switching help concentrate traffic from multiple camera access switches and provide higher-speed paths toward recording systems, storage, monitoring locations and upstream network connections.

DXS-3610 Series DXS-3130 Series DMS-3130 Series DGS-3630 Series

Fiber and Uplink Connectivity

Match the Fiber Module to the Link Speed and Distance

Fiber modules complete the path between access closets, aggregation points, core switches, buildings, storage systems and monitoring locations. Select the optical module based on speed, fiber type, distance and switch compatibility.

DEM-431XT / DEM-432XT DEM-S2801SR / DEM-S2810LR DEM-Q2801Q-SR4 / DEM-Q2810Q-LR4 10GbE / 25GbE / 100GbE Fiber

Industrial / Remote Edge

Extend Surveillance Beyond the Main Equipment Room

Industrial and remote-edge networking can support cameras and connected systems in outdoor cabinets, parking areas, gates, service zones, utility spaces and other locations outside traditional IT rooms.

DIS Series Industrial Switching Remote Cabinets Outdoor Edge Locations

Recording / Video Systems

Connect the Video Path to Recording and Retention Goals

Network Video Recorder placement, storage requirements, retention goals and monitoring workflows should be considered alongside access switching, aggregation, fiber and uplink design.

Network Video Recorders Storage Planning Retention Goals Monitoring Workflows

Where the Families Fit

Choose by the Job Each Switch Needs to Do

Camera-first access Use DSS-200G Series when the switch is primarily serving IP cameras and the installer wants surveillance-focused visibility and PoE planning.

Shared Smart Managed access Use DGS-1210, DGS-1250 or DGS-1510 Series when cameras share the access network with other business systems and the site needs VLANs, PoE options and uplinks.

Compact Multi-Gigabit camera zones Use DMS-1250 Series for smaller or distributed 2.5GbE PoE access areas with 10GbE uplinks, including compact closets and localized camera groups.

High-density Multi-Gigabit / 10GbE PoE++ access Use DMS-3130 Series for 2.5GbE/5GbE PoE access with 25GbE uplinks, or DXS-3130 Series when the access layer needs 10GbE PoE++ ports and 25GbE uplinks.

Layer 3 Gigabit PoE+ access and distribution Use DGS-3630 Series when the site needs Layer 3 Gigabit PoE+ access, distribution, stacking and 10GbE uplinks.

Aggregation between closets, buildings and recording systems Use DXS-3130, DMS-3130 or DGS-3630 where access switches need higher-speed paths toward aggregation, monitoring, recording or storage.

Core and high-capacity aggregation Use DXS-3610 Series when multiple access or aggregation switches need to converge toward storage, servers, recording systems, monitoring locations or upstream network paths.

Fiber distance and uplink planning Use DEM-431XT, DEM-432XT, DEM-S2801SR, DEM-S2810LR, DEM-Q2801Q-SR4 and DEM-Q2810Q-LR4 based on switch compatibility, link speed, fiber type and distance.

Outdoor, cabinet and facility edge Use DIS Series and the existing remote-edge sections for cameras and connected systems outside traditional IT rooms.

Important: Some families fit more than one role. DXS-3130, for example, can be used for high-density 10GbE PoE++ access or aggregation depending on the model and design. Product features, PoE standards, PoE budgets, uplink options, fiber compatibility, stacking and management capabilities vary by model. Confirm the current product documentation before specification.

High-Capacity Surveillance Infrastructure

Build the Network Capacity Behind Modern Surveillance

Surveillance environments depend on more than camera placement. Each camera location affects PoE planning, uplink capacity, fiber paths, aggregation, recording, storage, and monitoring workflows. As coverage expands across entrances, parking areas, corridors, outdoor spaces, and remote zones, the switching layer should be designed to move video from the edge to the core.

Featured High-Capacity Switch Families

Plan Access, Aggregation, Core, and Fiber Around the Video Path

Use these switch families to support the higher-capacity side of the surveillance network, from PoE+ and PoE++ camera access to 10GbE and 25GbE uplinks, fiber aggregation, Layer 3 switching, and core connectivity for recording, storage, and monitoring systems.

Core / High-Capacity Aggregation

DXS-3610 Series

10GbE Layer 3 Stackable Managed Switches with 100GbE Uplinks

Use DXS-3610 Series where surveillance traffic from multiple access and aggregation switches needs to converge toward recording, storage, monitoring, core, or upstream network paths.

Network Role Core or high-capacity aggregation

10GbE Ports 48 × 1/10GbE SFP/SFP+ or 48 × 1/10GBASE-T by model

100GbE Ports Up to 6 × 40GbE / 100GbE QSFP+ / QSFP28 ports

PoE Support Not a camera PoE access switch; pair with PoE access switches downstream

Capacity Up to 2.16Tbps switching capacity by model

Design Features Layer 3, ERPS, MLAG, QoS, stacking, Web UI, CLI and SNMP

Great for:

Centralized surveillance aggregation, core-to-core connectivity, local recording and storage, monitoring systems, server connections, and higher-capacity building links.

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10GbE Access / Aggregation

DXS-3130 Series

10GbE Layer 3 Stackable Managed Switches with 25GbE Uplinks

Use DXS-3130 Series where surveillance designs need 10GbE access, high-capacity distribution, 25GbE uplinks, physical stacking, Layer 3 switching, or PoE++ access on applicable models.

Network Role 10GbE access, fiber aggregation, or high-capacity distribution

PoE Model DXS-3130-28P: 24 × 100M/1GbE/2.5GbE/5GbE/10GbE PoE++ ports

PoE Standard IEEE 802.3af/at/bt PoE++, up to 60W per port

PoE Budget Up to 790W standard; up to 1440W with dual power supplies

Uplinks 4 × 10GbE / 25GbE SFP28 ports

Stacking Physical stacking up to 9 units with up to 200Gbps stacking bandwidth

Great for:

Higher-density camera areas, higher-power PoE devices, 10GbE surveillance access, 25GbE uplinks, aggregation between closets, and paths toward recording or storage.

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DMS-3130-30PS Multi-Gigabit Layer 3 stackable managed switch

Multi-Gigabit Floor Access

DMS-3130 Series

Layer 3 Stackable Multi-Gigabit Managed Switches

Use DMS-3130 Series for high-density access areas where surveillance endpoints and other connected systems may need Multi-Gigabit copper, PoE/PoE++ power, 25GbE uplinks, and stackable Layer 3 access switching.

Network Role Multi-Gigabit access or access-to-aggregation path

DMS-3130-30PS Ports 16 × 2.5GbE PoE, 8 × 2.5GbE/5GbE 60W PoE, 2 × 10GBASE-T, 4 × 10/25GbE SFP28

PoE Standard IEEE 802.3af/at/bt; up to 60W per port on 8 ports

PoE Budget Up to 740W; up to 960W with dual power supplies

Uplinks 4 × 10GbE / 25GbE SFP28 ports

Stacking Physical stacking up to 9 units with up to 200Gbps stacking bandwidth

Great for:

High-density floor access, camera clusters, equipment rooms, amenity spaces, service areas, and access closets that need Multi-Gigabit PoE with 25GbE uplinks.

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DMS-1250 Series Series Image Pending

Compact Multi-Gigabit Access

DMS-1250 Series

2.5GbE Smart Managed Switches with 10GbE Uplinks

Use DMS-1250 Series for smaller camera zones, equipment closets, media enclosures, and distributed access areas where compact Multi-Gigabit access and 10GbE uplinks are needed.

Network Role Compact distributed Multi-Gigabit access

DMS-1250-10SPL 8 × 2.5GbE PoE ports + 2 × 10GbE SFP+ uplinks

PoE Standard IEEE 802.3af/at/bt on DMS-1250-10SPL

PoE Budget Up to 120W on DMS-1250-10SPL; higher budgets available on select larger models

Uplinks 2 × 10GbE SFP+ on DMS-1250-10SPL

Operations Layer 2 / Layer 3 Lite features, VLANs, static routing, ERPS, QoS, Web UI, CLI and SNMP

Great for:

Smaller surveillance zones, compact closets, structured media panels, edge cabinets, distributed camera groups, and locations that need 2.5GbE PoE with 10GbE uplinks.

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Layer 3 Gigabit PoE+ Access / Distribution

DGS-3630 Series

Layer 3 Stackable Gigabit Managed Switches with 10GbE Uplinks

Use DGS-3630 Series where the surveillance design needs Layer 3 Gigabit access, PoE+ camera support on applicable models, physical stacking, 10GbE uplinks, and distribution or aggregation capabilities.

Network Role Layer 3 access, distribution or aggregation

PoE Port Counts DGS-3630-28PC: 20 PoE ports + 4 combo PoE/SFP ports; DGS-3630-52PC: 44 PoE ports + 4 combo PoE/SFP ports

PoE Standard IEEE 802.3af/at PoE and PoE+, up to 30W per port

PoE Budget Up to 370W standard; up to 740W with supported DPS-700 RPS

Uplinks 4 × 10GbE SFP+ ports

Operations Layer 3, QoS, VLANs, ACLs, Web UI, CLI and SNMP

Great for:

Larger Gigabit camera access closets, distributed access locations, PoE+ camera groups, and access-to-aggregation paths that need 10GbE uplinks.

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Fiber and Transceiver Options

Complete the Uplink Path with the Right Fiber Modules

High-density surveillance designs often depend on fiber between camera access, aggregation, core, recording, storage, and monitoring locations. Match each transceiver to the switch port, link speed, fiber type, distance, and compatibility requirements of the selected design.

DEM-431XT and DEM-432XT 10GbE SFP+ transceivers

10GbE Fiber Uplinks

DEM-431XT / DEM-432XT

10GBASE-SR/LR SFP+ Transceivers

Use for compatible 10GbE SFP+ fiber links between access, distribution, aggregation, core, recording, storage, and monitoring locations.

Interface 10GbE SFP+

DEM-431XT 10GBASE-SR, multi-mode fiber, up to 550 m

DEM-432XT 10GBASE-LR, single-mode fiber, up to 10 km

Common Use Compatible 10GbE SFP+ uplink and aggregation paths

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DEM-S2801SR and DEM-S2810LR 25GbE SFP28 transceivers

25GbE Fiber Uplinks

DEM-S2801SR / DEM-S2810LR

25GBASE-SR/LR SFP28 Transceivers

Use for compatible 25GbE SFP28 uplink paths where surveillance traffic needs a higher-capacity link between access and aggregation.

Interface 25GbE SFP28

DEM-S2801SR 25GBASE-SR, multi-mode fiber, up to 100 m

DEM-S2810LR 25GBASE-LR, single-mode fiber, up to 10 km

Common Use Compatible 10GbE / 25GbE SFP28 uplink paths

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DEM-Q2801Q-SR4 and DEM-Q2810Q-LR4 100GbE QSFP28 transceivers

100GbE Core / Aggregation Fiber

DEM-Q2801Q-SR4 / DEM-Q2810Q-LR4

100GBASE-SR4/LR4 QSFP28 Transceivers

Use for compatible 100GbE QSFP28 paths where core, aggregation, storage, recording, or upstream network connections require higher-capacity fiber.

Interface 100GbE QSFP28

DEM-Q2801Q-SR4 100GBASE-SR4, multi-mode fiber, 100 m

DEM-Q2810Q-LR4 100GBASE-LR4, single-mode fiber, 10 km

Common Use Compatible DXS-3610 100GbE QSFP28 uplink paths

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Product selection, model availability, port configurations, PoE standards, PoE budgets, uplink speeds, fiber type, fiber distance, transceiver compatibility, stacking, Layer 3 features, power configurations, and management options vary by switch family, model, hardware revision, firmware, and selected optical module. Confirm current product documentation before specification or purchase.

Surveillance Mode Switches

Make Camera Access Easier to See, Organize and Support

Surveillance Mode switches help installers and technology teams work with camera networks at the access layer. The goal is not only to connect cameras, but to simplify camera identification, PoE planning, port visibility, traffic handling and day-to-day support after installation.

Dedicated Surveillance Access

DSS-200G Series Is the Camera-First Switch Family

The DSS-200G Series should be featured differently from general access switches. It is designed around surveillance deployments, with camera-oriented tools such as ONVIF device auto-detection, Surveillance VLAN, PD-Alive, long-reach options, port isolation, PoE usage indicators and surge protection on PoE ports.

DSS-200G Series Product Image Area

Purpose-Built Surveillance Switching

DSS-200G Series

Gigabit PoE Smart Surveillance Switches

Use DSS-200G Series when the access switch is dedicated to camera connectivity and the installer needs camera-oriented visibility, PoE planning, long-reach deployment options and switch-level tools designed for surveillance environments.

Camera Visibility Auto-detect compatible ONVIF devices

Help installers identify supported camera devices and view camera connections from the switch interface.

Traffic Handling Surveillance VLAN and traffic optimization

Help separate and prioritize surveillance traffic where supported by the switch configuration.

PoE Operations PoE usage indicator and high PoE budgets

Review power usage more easily and select models based on the number and power needs of cameras.

Camera Support PD-Alive, port isolation and long-reach options

Support camera recovery, traffic separation and longer copper runs where supported by the selected model and mode.

Port Profile 8-port and 24-port Gigabit PoE model options

Uplinks 1GbE SFP or combo uplink options by model

PoE Standard PoE+ up to 30W per port; PoE++ up to 90W per port on MPP models

PoE Budgets Up to 130W, 242W, 370W or 518W depending on model

30W Camera Planning Up to 4, 8, 12 or 17 cameras at 30W by PoE budget, before design headroom

Surveillance Tools ONVIF auto-detection, Surveillance VLAN, PD-Alive, Extend, Isolate and QoS support where available

Great for:

Camera-heavy zones, parking areas, gates, exterior cameras, corridors, service areas, small surveillance closets and deployments where the access switch is primarily serving IP cameras.

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Smart Managed Surveillance Access

Use DGS Smart Managed Families When Surveillance Shares the Access Network

DGS-1210, DGS-1250 and DGS-1510 Series switches can support surveillance access environments when the design also needs Smart Managed switching, VLANs, PoE options, uplinks, stacking or integration into a broader business network.

DGS-1210 Series Product Image Area

Smart Managed Gigabit Access

DGS-1210 Series

Gigabit Smart Managed Switches

Use DGS-1210 Series for smaller or distributed camera access areas that need Smart Managed Gigabit switching, PoE model options, fiber uplinks, VLANs, static routing and a Surveillance Mode interface where supported.

Surveillance Role Camera access in mixed business networks

PoE Support PoE options with up to 370W by model

30W Planning Up to 12 cameras at 30W on up to 370W models, before design headroom

Uplinks 1GbE SFP / combo uplinks by model

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Gigabit Access with 10GbE Uplinks

DGS-1250 Series

Gigabit Smart Managed Switches with 10GbE Uplinks

Use DGS-1250 Series when camera access closets need Gigabit access, PoE model options and 10GbE SFP+ uplinks toward aggregation, recording systems or monitoring locations.

Surveillance Role Camera access with higher uplink capacity

PoE Support PoE models with up to 370W budget

30W Planning Up to 12 cameras at 30W on up to 370W models, before design headroom

Uplinks 4 × 10GbE SFP+ uplinks

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DGS-1510 Series Product Image Area

Stackable Smart Managed Access

DGS-1510 Series

Gigabit Stackable Smart Managed Switches with 10GbE Uplinks

Use DGS-1510 Series where surveillance access is part of a larger managed network that may need 10GbE SFP+ uplinks, physical stacking, PoE model options and Auto Surveillance VLAN support.

Surveillance Role Stackable access or access-to-aggregation path

PoE Support PoE options vary by model

Uplinks 10GbE SFP+ ports for uplinks or stacking

Surveillance Tools Auto Surveillance VLAN support

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Surveillance Camera Endpoints

Add Dome and Bullet Camera Options After the Access Layer

After the switching layer is planned for PoE, port count, uplinks, recording and monitoring, add camera endpoints based on the viewing area, mounting style, environmental needs and installation location.

PoE Outdoor Dome Camera

DCS-4618EK

8 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Dome Camera

A PoE outdoor dome camera for entrances, common areas, parking structures, exterior walkways, loading areas and locations where a vandal-resistant dome form factor is preferred.

Resolution 8 megapixel sensor; up to 3840 × 2160 at 30 fps

Video H.265, H.264 and MJPEG codec support

Power 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet with 802.3af PoE Class 3

Housing IP66 weather-resistant and IK10 vandal-resistant housing

Lens / Image Motorized varifocal 3.3 mm - 12 mm lens, WDR and corridor mode

Night Vision Built-in IR illumination up to 30 meters

Great for:

Entrances, common areas, exterior property areas, parking structures, loading areas and locations where a compact dome profile is preferred.

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DCS-4718E Bullet Camera Image Area

PoE Outdoor Bullet Camera

DCS-4718E

8 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Bullet Camera

A PoE outdoor bullet camera for perimeters, gates, parking areas, exterior corridors, loading docks and locations where the camera direction should be visible and easy to aim.

Resolution 8 megapixel sensor; up to 3840 × 2160 at 20 fps

Video H.265, H.264 and MJPEG codec support

Power 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet with 802.3af PoE Class 3

Housing IP66 weather-resistant housing for outdoor installation

Lens / Image Motorized varifocal 3.3 mm - 12 mm lens with WDR

Night Vision Built-in IR illumination up to 30 meters

Great for:

Building perimeters, gates, parking areas, loading docks, exterior walkways, utility areas and directional outdoor surveillance views.

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Product selection, model availability, PoE standards, PoE budgets, port counts, uplink speeds, Surveillance Mode support, ONVIF detection, Auto Surveillance VLAN behavior, PD-Alive, long-reach support, management views and software behavior vary by product, model, hardware revision and firmware version. Confirm current product documentation before specification or purchase.

Network Management

Management Options for Different Environments

D-Link management platforms support different network environments and operating models. Organizations can manage supported switches through the cloud, host management within their own environment, use the dedicated DNH-1000 Nuclias Connect controller, or manage supported 5G/4G M2M and IoT devices across remote locations.

Cloud-Based Switch Management

Nuclias Unity

Cloud-based management for supported D-Link switches across branches, hotels, connected properties, franchises, and other distributed locations. Central teams can organize sites and review supported devices through one cloud-hosted platform.

On-Premises Switch Management

Nuclias Hyper

On-premises management for supported D-Link core, aggregation, access, and edge switches. The platform runs within the customer environment for campuses, government networks, manufacturing facilities, large properties, and organizations that prefer locally hosted management.

DNH-1000 Nuclias Connect hardware controller

Dedicated On-Premises Controller

DNH-1000 Nuclias Connect Controller

The DNH-1000 is a dedicated Nuclias Connect hardware controller for centralized management of supported D-Link devices within the local network. It provides an on-site management appliance for offices, individual properties, campuses, and other environments that want a dedicated controller.

Cellular M2M and IoT Management

D-ECS

Cloud-based management for D-Link 5G/4G M2M and IoT devices across remote and distributed locations. Teams can review supported device status, cellular signal information, usage, connected clients, and location information for remote offices, kiosks, EV charging locations, and unmanned sites.

Per-device license required. Available features, license terms, and license periods vary. Licenses are sold separately.

Management Planning

Match the Platform to the Network

Consider which products need to be managed, how many locations are involved, and whether management should run in the cloud or within the customer environment. Contact your TD SYNNEX representative for help reviewing platform compatibility and available options.

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Platform compatibility, supported product families, available features, device capacity, licensing, hardware revisions, software requirements, hosting requirements, and regional availability vary by platform and product. Confirm current platform and product documentation before selection or deployment.

Cellular and Industrial Edge Connectivity

Extend Cellular and Wired Connectivity to Outdoor Property Systems

Bring 5G or 4G service to outdoor parking, EV charging, surveillance, signage, kiosks, and other systems beyond the main building network. Wired Gigabit LAN and PoE+ connections can then link and power devices at the remote site.

Outdoor MDU parking and EV charging architecture using cellular connectivity, wired Ethernet, PoE switching, surveillance cameras, and guest connectivity

Outdoor Property Architecture

Connect an Outdoor Parking and EV Charging Area

In this example, a cellular gateway brings 5G or 4G service to an outdoor parking area. Wired Ethernet and PoE connections then support EV charging, surveillance cameras, and guest connectivity, while traffic returns to the property router, NVR, and control room.

Cellular Backhaul

Reach the Outdoor Site

A 5G or 4G gateway brings the WAN connection to the parking or EV charging area when extending the building's wired service is not the preferred approach.

DIS-210G Series Switching

Connect the Devices at the Outdoor Site

In this topology, a PoE model connects locally powered EV charging equipment while providing data and power to compatible surveillance cameras and an access point. Non-PoE models are available when all connected equipment has local power.

Property Network Integration

Bring Operations Back to the Building

Network traffic can return to the router, NVR, control room, and other systems used to manage the property.

Flexible Edge Applications

Support More Than One Use Case

The same architecture can support signage, gates, kiosks, smart lockers, meters, and other systems across the property.

Recommended Cellular Platforms

Choose the Cellular Platform That Fits the Deployment

Select the model based on the cellular performance, LAN connection, PoE requirements, and remote management capabilities needed at the site.

DWM-316-GP 5G and 4G rugged PoE modem and gateway

5G/4G, Wired Gigabit Ethernet, and PoE+

DWM-314-GP

5G/4G Rugged PoE Modem and Gateway

Choose the DWM-314-GP when an outdoor property site needs 5G/4G cellular backhaul, four wired Gigabit LAN connections, and direct PoE+ power for compatible devices.

Cellular 5G SA/NSA and 4G LTE, up to 3.4 Gbps*

Carrier Certifications Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile

Ethernet 2 × 1GbE LAN + 2 × 1GbE PoE+ LAN

PoE Up to 30W per port, up to 60W total

SIM 2 × Micro-SIM slots with automatic failover

Management Web UI, SMS, and D-ECS*

Great for

Outdoor parking and EV charging areas, surveillance cameras, compatible access points, property entrances, signage, and sensor locations that need cellular backhaul, wired connectivity, and direct PoE+ for up to two devices.

View DWM-314-GP Data Sheet

5G/4G with 2.5GbE

DWM-311-G

5G/4G Rugged M2M Modem and Gateway

Choose the DWM-311-G when the application needs 5G performance and connects through a single 2.5GbE LAN port. Add a PoE switch when the site includes multiple or powered devices.

Cellular 5G SA/NSA and 4G LTE, up to 3.4 Gbps*

Carrier Certifications Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile

Ethernet 1 × 2.5GbE LAN

Network Modes NAT and bridge

Power DC 5V to 32V terminal block

Management Web UI, SMS, e-mail, and D-ECS*

Great for

EV charging, parking controllers, NVRs, surveillance, kiosks, smart lockers, and signage that can benefit from 5G performance and a 2.5GbE connection.

View DWM-311-G Data Sheet

4G LTE with Gigabit Ethernet

DWM-311-B1

4G LTE M2M Router

Choose the DWM-311-B1 when 4G LTE provides the connectivity the application needs and the device connects through a single Gigabit LAN port.

Cellular 4G LTE Cat 4, up to 150 Mbps down / 50 Mbps up*

Carrier Certifications Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile

Ethernet 1 × Gigabit LAN

Network Modes NAT and bridge

VPN OpenVPN client

Management Web UI, SMS, and D-ECS*

Great for

Parking meters, gates, vending machines, kiosks, smart lockers, signage, and telemetry applications where 4G LTE meets the required bandwidth.

View DWM-311-B1 Data Sheet

Industrial Switching in the Topology

DIS-210G Series PoE and Non-PoE Options

The topology uses a PoE model to connect the outdoor devices and provide power to compatible cameras and an access point. The DIS-210G Series also includes non-PoE models for sites where every connected device has its own power source.

DIS-210G Series Gigabit industrial smart managed switches with PoE and non-PoE model options

PoE Models

Connect and Power Edge Devices

Choose a PoE model when cameras, compatible access points, sensors, or other devices need network connectivity and power from the switch.

DIS-210G-06P 4 × 1GbE PoE+ + 2 × 1GbE SFP, up to 120W PoE

DIS-210G-12P 8 × 1GbE PoE+ + 4 × 1GbE SFP, up to 240W PoE

DIS-210G-12UP 6 × 1GbE PoE+ + 2 × 1GbE PoE++ + 4 × 1GbE SFP, up to 240W PoE

Great for

Outdoor parking and EV charging areas that combine locally powered equipment with PoE cameras, compatible access points, sensors, or other powered devices.

Non-PoE Models

Connect Devices with Local Power

Choose a non-PoE model when EV chargers, controllers, meters, gateways, or other connected equipment already has a dedicated power source.

DIS-210G-06 4 × 1GbE + 2 × 1GbE SFP

DIS-210G-12 8 × 1GbE + 4 × 1GbE SFP

Great for

EV charging controllers, gates, meters, kiosks, gateways, NVRs, and other locally powered property systems that need industrial Ethernet and fiber connectivity.

Fiber 2 or 4 × 1GbE SFP, depending on model

Network Functions ERPS, OAM, VLANs, QoS, and static routing

Power Dual DC power inputs

Environment -40°C to 75°C operating range

Housing IP40 metal casing and fanless design

Protection Built-in 6 kV surge protection on copper ports

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More 5G/4G M2M and IoT Edge Applications

Connect More Property Systems with 5G/4G IoT Solutions

Use 5G or 4G connectivity to support EV charging, digital signage, surveillance, parking and access control, smart lockers, kiosks, utility areas, and other property systems located beyond the main building network. The same approach can extend connectivity to EV charging, digital signage, surveillance, parking and access control, smart lockers, kiosks, and utility areas throughout the property.

EV Charging

Digital Signage

Remote Surveillance

Parking and Access Control

Smart Lockers and Kiosks

Utility and Service Areas

D-ECS requires an applicable paid device license. Cellular service requires an active carrier plan and depends on supported bands, network availability, signal strength, antenna placement, local conditions, and configuration. Carrier certification, supported features, interfaces, and regional availability vary by model. Confirm current product documentation before final selection. For outdoor installations, place the cellular gateway and industrial switch in suitable weather-rated enclosures with the required power, grounding, surge protection, and environmental protection.