Keep PoE devices online with a switch sized for real business edge deployments. The NETGEAR GS316EP-100NAS provides 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 15 of them PoE+, with a 180 W total power budget to support IP phones, surveillance cameras, wireless access points, and other powered endpoints. This is the kind of switch that earns its place in a rack or wiring closet by doing the essentials well. You get enough PoE capacity to simplify cabling and reduce the need for separate power injectors, while Gigabit connectivity keeps traffic moving cleanly across the access layer. For teams that want more control than an unmanaged switch but do not need a full enterprise stack, the Plus management layer offers a practical middle ground. The GS316EP is a strong fit for branch offices, retail locations, and small business networks where uptime, device count, and power planning matter. It helps consolidate powered devices onto a single platform, making installations cleaner and troubleshooting faster. For buyers comparing price points, the value is in the combination of PoE headroom, port count, and business-friendly management in one compact switch.