{"product_id":"16-port-smart-poe-switch-230w-poe-budget-hikvision-topology-management-2-combo-gigabit-sfp-ports","title":"Hikvision DS-3E1318P-EI - 16 Port Smart PoE Switch 230W","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#dc2626;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"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\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHikvision DS-3E1318P-EI - 16 Port Smart PoE Switch with 230W PoE Budget\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Switch Stands Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e230W PoE Budget for 16 Cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e - Powers all 16 ports simultaneously at standard camera draw, with generous headroom for reliable operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHikvision Topology Management\u003c\/strong\u003e - Visual map of all connected cameras with remote port reboot, link monitoring, and camera identification from a single interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart VLAN and QoS\u003c\/strong\u003e - Separate camera traffic from office traffic, prioritise video streams, and control port bandwidth for a clean, high-performance surveillance network\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16x PoE Gigabit ports (IEEE 802.3af\/at), 230W total PoE budget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x Gigabit uplink ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHikvision topology management for surveillance network visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart managed features including VLAN, QoS, and port control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Hikvision IP cameras, NVR systems, and access control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2L3 7v5c0 5.25 3.75 10.05 9 11.25 5.25-1.2 9-6 9-11.25V7L12 2z\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"9 12 11 14 15 10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eGuarantee\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-year Hikvision manufacturer's warranty on all products. Full peace of mind backed by industry-leading support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"1\" y=\"3\" width=\"15\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpolygon points=\"16 8 20 8 23 11 23 16 16 16 16 8\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polygon\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"5.5\" cy=\"18.5\" r=\"2.5\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"18.5\" cy=\"18.5\" r=\"2.5\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNationwide courier dispatch within 1-2 business days. Tracking sent on shipment. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eLearn more about shipping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"1 4 1 10 7 10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"23 20 23 14 17 14\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M20.49 9A9 9 0 0 0 5.64 5.64L1 10m22 4l-4.64 4.36A9 9 0 0 1 3.51 15\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSealed, unused items returnable within 7 days. Installed products covered under 3-year Hikvision manufacturer warranty. \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@apextradedynamics.co.za\"\u003eEmail support\u003c\/a\u003e or see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns-policy\"\u003ereturns policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-2px;margin-right:5px\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9.09 9a3 3 0 0 1 5.83 1c0 2-3 3-3 3\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cline x1=\"12\" y1=\"17\" x2=\"12.01\" y2=\"17\" stroke=\"#1d4ed8\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 230W enough for 16 cameras?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the EI and SI switch variants?\u003c\/strong\u003e EI includes Hikvision topology management (visual camera map, remote reboot). SI has VLAN and port management but without topology visualisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I connect this switch to a UPS for load shedding protection?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes - connecting the switch to a UPS ensures cameras and NVRs continue recording during power outages, which is strongly recommended for South African installations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hikvision","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61893503353202,"sku":"DS-3E1318P-EI_C","price":4907.95,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.apextradedynamics.co.za\/products\/16-port-smart-poe-switch-230w-poe-budget-hikvision-topology-management-2-combo-gigabit-sfp-ports","provider":"Apex Trade Dynamics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}