Both models offer all the same features found in other DGS-1100 Series switches, including essential Layer 2 switching options, energy savings, and easy management. In addition, these two new D-Link Smart Managed switches have been designed with specific features meant specifically for IP surveillance applications, including a customized "Surveillance Mode" user interface.

With its Power-over-Ethernet capabilities (PoE), the DGS-1100-26MP supports 24 Gigabit ports, two Gigabit Combo ports, and an overall PoE budget of 370 watts, providing ample power for high density IP Surveillance networks.

The smaller DGS-1100-10MP supports 8 Gigabit PoE ports, two Gigabit SFP ports, and a 130W PoE budget. All PoE ports on both models comply with the IEEE 802.3at PoE+ standard – supporting up to 30W of power on each port.

"The new DGS-1100-10MP and -26MP were developed specifically for IP surveillance applications," said Steven Olen, director of product marketing, D-Link Systems, Inc. "In addition to supporting a specialized user interface, the products also feature generous PoE power budgets, ONVIF auto-detection, and 6 kV per port surge protection – which is especially valuable when powering outdoor cameras."

Whether in Standard Mode or Surveillance Mode, the intuitive Web based management interface provides administrators with an easy way to set up, configure and manage the switches. It also allows for monitoring and controlling PoE functions, including displaying real-time PoE power usage, setting PoE time profiles, and remotely rebooting IP cameras or access points from anywhere on the network, including over the Internet.