RUIJIE REYEE - RG-ES228GS-LP - 28-Port Gigabit Layer 2 Smart Cloud Managed PoE Switch, 24 PoE+ Ports, 250 W

RG-ES228GS-LP — 28-Port Gigabit Layer 2 Smart Cloud Managed PoE Switch, 24 PoE+ Ports, 250 W

The RG-ES228GS-LP is a Layer 2 smart cloud managed switch with 26 gigabit RJ45 ports, 24 of which supply PoE/PoE+, and 2 gigabit SFP ports. Ruijie position it for CCTV networks, with a 250 W PoE budget shared across the powered ports.

What the RG-ES228GS-LP is for

Ruijie describe the RG-ES228GS-LP as a gigabit access PoE switch designed for SMB networks, with features aimed at CCTV. It recognises IP cameras and NVRs, has a PoE watchdog that power-cycles a port when a camera stops responding, and can raise an alarm when a camera goes offline.

Its long-distance mode reaches up to 250 metres, but Ruijie state that port speed is then limited to 10 Mbps, so check that the connected device works at that speed. Automatic loop prevention keeps the network connected if a loop occurs. The PoE budget is 250 W in total across the 24 PoE/PoE+ ports, so add up the draw of every camera or access point you plan to connect.

Key features

• 26 gigabit RJ45 ports, 24 of them PoE+, plus 2 gigabit SFP ports for fibre uplinks
• 250 W total PoE budget shared across the 24 PoE/PoE+ ports
• Long-distance mode reaches up to 250 metres, with port speed limited to 10 Mbps
• PoE watchdog power-cycles a port when the connected camera stops responding
• IPC offline alarm flags when a camera drops off the network
• Automatic loop prevention keeps the network connected if a loop occurs

Full specification

What you will need

You need network cable for every device you connect, and devices that take PoE or PoE+ from the 24 powered ports. Add up their draw to check it stays inside the 250 W budget. The 2 SFP ports are for fibre uplinks, so SFP modules are needed if you want to use them. Ruijie's page does not list the box contents, so ask us what is supplied.

Buying from Zenith Security Co.

We are a supplier, not an installer. We will go through the RG-ES228GS-LP with you before you buy — the PoE budget against your cameras or access points, the SFP uplinks and what the 250 m mode means for speed — and depending on your requirements and your area we can recommend a qualified trade installer. We have been operating since 2012 and you can visit our trade counter in Wolverhampton.

How many PoE ports does the RG-ES228GS-LP have?

The RG-ES228GS-LP has 24 PoE/PoE+ ports out of its 26 gigabit RJ45 ports. It also has 2 gigabit SFP ports, making 28 ports in all.

What is the PoE budget of the RG-ES228GS-LP?

The total PoE budget is 250 W, shared across the 24 PoE/PoE+ ports. A PoE+ (802.3at) port supplies up to 30 W, so not every port can run at full power at once.

Can the RG-ES228GS-LP reach cameras 250 metres away?

Ruijie state that its long-distance transmission reaches up to 250 metres. After it is enabled the port speed is limited to 10 Mbps, so check that the camera's bandwidth suits that.

What does the PoE watchdog on the RG-ES228GS-LP do?

It power-cycles a port when the connected camera stops responding. Ruijie also list an IPC offline alarm and individual port reboot.

How quickly can I get it?

Delivery is within 1–3 working days to England, Scotland and Wales. We do not ship to Northern Ireland.

Can I collect or see one before buying?

Yes. Our trade counter is at Unit 3, Park View Centre, 243 Dudley Road, Wolverhampton WV2 3JU. Call first so we can confirm the item is there for you.

Questions on specification or compatibility: call 01902 902251, see our FAQ and support pages, or contact us. Trade accounts are available — see trade customers. Browse the full Ruijie Reyee range.