The DH-2018P is a high-efficiency 18-Port PoE Switch designed specifically for the DirectIP™ ecosystem. For KYR Company, this switch serves as the ideal mid-range solution for connecting up to 16 IP cameras with a dedicated high-speed uplink to the NVR, ensuring stable 10/100/1000Mbps data transmission across the entire security network.
DH-2018P
DirectIP® 18-Port PoE Switch
The DH-2018P is engineered to simplify the installation of multi-camera systems. It features 16 Power over Ethernet (PoE) service ports and 2 Gigabit uplink ports, providing a reliable and organized way to manage power and data. Its plug-and-play compatibility with IDIS DirectIP NVRs makes it an essential component for KYR Company’s medium-to-large surveillance deployments.
Product Features
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16 Dedicated PoE Ports: Provides 10/100BASE-T connectivity and power to up to 16 IP cameras over a single Ethernet cable.
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Dual Gigabit Uplinks: Features 2 x 10/100/1000BASE-T ports for high-speed connection to NVRs or core network switches, preventing bottlenecks.
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Robust PoE Budget: Offers a total power budget of 140W, supporting up to 16 IEEE 802.3af (PoE) devices or 4 IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) devices for higher-power units like PTZs.
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DirectIP™ Optimization: Designed for individual port data transmission to DirectIP NVRs, allowing for automatic device discovery and simplified management.
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Centralized Power Control: Enables easy monitoring and management of camera power directly through the IDIS software interface.
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Rack-Mountable Design: Standard 19-inch 1U form factor ensures easy integration into professional server racks and cabinets.
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Reliable Performance: 7.2Gbps switching capacity and 256MB SDRAM ensure consistent data handling even under heavy surveillance traffic.
Technical Specifications
CONNECTIVITY & PERFORMANCE
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Total Ports: 18 Ports.
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Service Ports: 16 x RJ45 (10/100BASE-T) with PoE.
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Uplink Ports: 2 x RJ45 (10/100/1000BASE-T).
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Switching Capacity: 7.2 Gbps.
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System Memory: 256MB SDRAM / 32MB Flash.
POWER OVER ETHERNET (PoE)
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PoE Standards: IEEE 802.3af-2003 / IEEE 802.3at-2009.
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Total PoE Budget: 140W.
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PD Connection: Up to 16 x 802.3af devices or 4 x 802.3at devices.
GENERAL & MECHANICAL
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Dimensions (WxHxD): 430mm x 44mm x 180mm (Standard 1U).
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Weight: 2.05 kg (4.52 lbs).
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Power Input: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz.
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Max Power Consumption: 160W (including full PoE load).
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Approvals: FCC, CE, KC, UL, CB.

