Keep powered devices online without adding separate injectors or extra cabling. The D-Link DGS-1210-28P combines 24 Gigabit PoE ports with 4 Gigabit combo SFP uplinks, giving you a clean access-layer design for cameras, VoIP phones, wireless access points, and other edge devices. With a 193 W PoE budget, it can support mixed deployments where power delivery matters as much as switching capacity. This smart managed switch is built for teams that need more control than unmanaged hardware, but do not want the overhead of a full enterprise stack. Web-based management helps simplify configuration, while VLAN support and Layer 2 switching features make it easier to segment traffic and keep critical services separated. The result is a practical fit for branch offices, retail sites, and distributed environments where uptime and predictable behavior matter. Compared with lower-cost PoE switches, the DGS-1210-28P gives you the uplink flexibility and management depth needed to scale cleanly. It is a stronger choice when you need powered access ports, fiber-ready uplinks, and a switch that can stay in service as the network grows.