Hikvision DS-3E1318P-EI - 16 Port Smart PoE Switch 230W

★★★★★ "Handles our full 16-camera estate installation with 230W of PoE - every camera powered reliably and the topology view makes management easy." - Stefan B., Midrand

Hikvision DS-3E1318P-EI - 16 Port Smart PoE Switch with 230W PoE Budget

The Hikvision DS-3E1318P-EI is a 16-port smart managed PoE switch with 230W total PoE budget and Hikvision topology management. Purpose-built for 16-camera surveillance installations, it powers all cameras over the network cable while providing comprehensive network management for a well-organised, professionally managed camera system.

Why This Switch Stands Out

• 230W PoE Budget for 16 Cameras - Powers all 16 ports simultaneously at standard camera draw, with generous headroom for reliable operation
• Hikvision Topology Management - Visual map of all connected cameras with remote port reboot, link monitoring, and camera identification from a single interface
• Smart VLAN and QoS - Separate camera traffic from office traffic, prioritise video streams, and control port bandwidth for a clean, high-performance surveillance network

Key Features

• 16x PoE Gigabit ports (IEEE 802.3af/at), 230W total PoE budget
• 2x Gigabit uplink ports
• Hikvision topology management for surveillance network visibility
• Smart managed features including VLAN, QoS, and port control
• Compatible with Hikvision IP cameras, NVR systems, and access control

Why You'll Love It

A 16-camera system represents a significant installation - you want to manage it properly. The DS-3E1318P-EI gives you complete visibility and control over every camera port from one interface. When a camera freezes, you reboot its port remotely. When you need to separate camera and office traffic, you set up VLANs. When something needs troubleshooting, the topology map tells you exactly what is connected where. This is professional-grade camera switching done right.

Guarantee

3-year Hikvision manufacturer's warranty on all products. Full peace of mind backed by industry-leading support.

Delivery

Nationwide courier dispatch within 1-2 business days. Tracking sent on shipment. Learn more about shipping

Returns & Warranty

Sealed, unused items returnable within 7 days. Installed products covered under 3-year Hikvision manufacturer warranty. Email support or see our returns policy.

FAQ

Is 230W enough for 16 cameras? Yes - standard Hikvision IP cameras draw 7-12W each. 16 cameras at 12W = 192W total, well within the 230W budget. Hi-PoE cameras would require the Hi-PoE switch models instead.

What is the difference between the EI and SI switch variants? EI includes Hikvision topology management (visual camera map, remote reboot). SI has VLAN and port management but without topology visualisation.

Can I connect this switch to a UPS for load shedding protection? Yes - connecting the switch to a UPS ensures cameras and NVRs continue recording during power outages, which is strongly recommended for South African installations.