Managed L3 Gigabit Ethernet switch Grandstream GWN7812P

The Grandstream GWN7812P is a managed Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet switch with 16 Gigabit RJ-45 ports and integrated Power over Ethernet (PoE). With a switching capacity of 112 Gbit/s and a MAC address table supporting up to 16,000 entries, the GWN7812P is designed to provide reliable, high-performance connectivity for business networks while supporting standard IEEE networking protocols.

Advantages

The GWN7812P combines Layer 3 management with gigabit connectivity and PoE support to simplify deployment and centralize power delivery for connected devices. It offers high switching capacity and a large MAC table for stable traffic handling, and it adheres to common IEEE standards for interoperability. Management options include cloud-based GWN.Cloud, on-premise GWN Manager, and an embedded controller in the switch web interface, enabling flexible centralized provisioning and real-time monitoring.

Suitable for

• Small and medium business LAN aggregation and core switching
• PoE powering of IP phones, Wi-Fi access points and cameras
• Network environments requiring Layer 3 routing features and managed switching
• Deployments needing remote or on-site centralized management and monitoring

Key specifications

• Model: Grandstream GWN7812P (MPN: GWN7812P, EAN: 6947273704072)
• Switch type: Managed Layer 3
• Ports: 16 x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) RJ-45
• 10G support: Yes
• Switching capacity: 112 Gbit/s
• MAC address table: 16,000 entries
• Networking standards: IEEE 802.3ab/802.3z/802.3x/802.3u/802.3i/802.3at/802.3af/802.3ad/802.3/802.1x/802.1w/802.1s/802.1p/802.1Q/802.1D
• Colour: Grey
• Weight: 3.03 kg

How to use

Install the GWN7812P in a rack or on a flat surface and connect power and network cabling to the Gigabit RJ-45 ports. Connect PoE-powered devices to the appropriate ports to provide data and power over a single cable. Access the built-in web interface for initial configuration and enable the embedded controller to discover and provision other Grandstream GWN devices automatically. Alternatively, register the switch with GWN.Cloud for cloud-based management or deploy GWN Manager on-site for local centralized control.

Recommendations

For stable operation, place the switch in a ventilated environment within the manufacturer’s recommended temperature range, use quality Cat5e/Cat6 cabling for gigabit and PoE performance, and plan VLANs and L3 routes according to your network design. Regularly back up configurations via the chosen management platform to simplify recovery and scaling.