NETGEAR GS116LP 16-Port Gigabit PoE+ Unmanaged Switch with FlexPoE — 76W | Business | Gigabit | Desktop / Rackmount (GS116LP-100INS)

The NETGEAR GS116LP is built for small and medium business IT administrators, network installers, retail store operators, SOHO professionals, and surveillance and wireless network deployers who need a simple, affordable, and power-scalable 16-port PoE+ Gigabit switch to power and connect IP cameras, VoIP phones, wireless access points, and other IEEE 802.3af/at PoE-powered devices without complex management. It is well-suited for medium-scale IP surveillance deployments, multi-AP wireless network installations, combined VoIP and data office networks, retail store infrastructure, and any environment requiring 16 simultaneous PoE+ connections with a scalable power budget.

The GS116LP provides 16 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports — all 16 ports carry IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at PoE+ power simultaneously at up to 30W per port — with a 76W base total PoE budget. NETGEAR's exclusive FlexPoE technology incorporates a built-in power selector switch that accepts separately purchased interchangeable power supply modules, expanding the total PoE budget to 115W or 183W as connected device requirements grow — protecting the initial investment and eliminating the need to replace the switch for more power. Automatic PoE power auto-balancing intelligently allocates available PoE power across all connected devices at a granular level independent of PoE class detection, ensuring efficient distribution without manual configuration. IEEE 802.1p QoS enables basic traffic prioritisation for real-time applications such as VoIP calls and video streams, helping maintain call quality and video smoothness alongside standard data traffic. The 1MB packet buffer — significantly larger than the 192KB on the GS108LP — handles larger traffic bursts efficiently across 16 simultaneous active connections. Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) reduces power consumption based on link utilisation. Auto-MDI/MDIX on all ports eliminates crossover cable requirements. The durable fanless metal chassis operates in complete silence — with 0 fans — and is rated for 0°C to 40°C operating temperature, supporting desktop, wall, or rackmount deployment with all accessories included. An impressive 2,362,192-hour MTBF rating reflects outstanding long-term reliability. NETGEAR Lifetime Limited Hardware Warranty with Next Business Day Replacement guarantees business continuity.

Model: GS116LP
Model Number (India): GS116LP-100INS
Switch Type: Unmanaged PoE+ Business Switch
Ports: 16× 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)
PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) — all 16 ports
Max PoE Per Port: Up to 30W
PoE Power Budget: 76W (base) | Expandable to 115W or 183W via FlexPoE
PoE Power Auto-Balance: Yes (automatic, granular, class-independent)
QoS: IEEE 802.1p
Auto MDI/MDIX: Yes (all ports)
Energy Efficient Ethernet: Yes (IEEE 802.3az)
MAC Address Table: 4K
Packet Buffer: 1 MB
Jumbo Frame Support: Yes
Switching Architecture: Non-Blocking
Max Power Consumption: 90W
Cooling: Fanless (0 fans — passive / silent operation)
Fans: 0
MTBF: 2,362,192 Hours
FCC Class: Class A
Mounting: Desktop / Wall Mount / Rackmount (accessories included)
Dimensions (W×D×H): 286 × 102 × 27mm
Weight: 0.88 kg
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
FlexPoE: Yes (built-in power selector switch for optional PSU upgrades — sold separately)

System Requirements: Compatible with any IEEE 802.3af or 802.3at PoE-powered device (IP cameras, VoIP phones, wireless access points, IoT devices); standard AC power input required; plug-and-play — no software, drivers, or configuration required; for PoE budget expansion to 115W or 183W, separately purchased NETGEAR FlexPoE compatible power supply modules required (sold separately); IEEE 802.1p QoS requires source device to tag traffic with 802.1p priority markings for QoS to take effect

Setup: Connect power adapter to AC outlet; connect PoE-powered devices via standard Ethernet cables to any of the 16 ports; switch auto-detects PoE device requirements and allocates power automatically; no management interface — fully unmanaged

Mounting Options: Desktop placement (rubber feet included), wall mounting (hardware included), or rackmount (bracket included) for flexible installation across desk, wall, or rack environments

Usage Environment: Ideal for small and medium business offices, retail stores, multi-floor office networks, IP surveillance camera systems, VoIP phone deployments, wireless access point networks, and any environment requiring 16-port plug-and-play Gigabit PoE+ switching with expandable power budget and silent operation