Switch required for new home setup (D-Link or UniFi options)
Switch required for new home setup (D-Link or UniFi options)
Hi, I'm considering upgrading to a gigabit switch at home because I only have a standard 100 Mbit one. I'm evaluating the following models: D-Link DGS-1210-16 (https://eu.dlink.com/uk/en/products/dgs-...t-switches). What matters most is having VLAN QoS, trunking, link aggregation, and port security with MAC-based authentication and 802.1X port-based access control. The switch includes a fiber uplink, which isn't necessary since I won't be running new lines to another room for cameras. Cameras will likely be connected via a wall outlet in another area, possibly using PoE switches or wireless options. Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 24 (https://www.ubnt.com/unifi-switching/unifi-switch-2448/) is pricier but offers more features from Ubiquiti, such as AP security gateways and other tools. If feature parity is important, I'd prefer this model over the D-Link one. My main concerns are whether it matches the security capabilities of the D-Link version (especially points 4-6), if the UniFi controller can replicate those features, and how noisy it will be in a basement with a heater, smart home devices, and ventilation equipment.
When they offer the same capabilities, they should essentially match in value. I think Ubiquiti products become meaningful only if you're using their unique PoE setup, which you claim isn't the case. If you don’t require any of those features, an unmanaged switch should suffice—no Smart or Managed model needed.