Grandstream GWN7801P 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Layer 2+ Managed Network Switch with 2 SFP Uplinks
Overview
The Grandstream GWN7801P is a compact Layer 2+ managed PoE+ network switch designed for small business networks, retail environments, VoIP deployments, and wireless infrastructure. It provides 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and 2 Gigabit SFP uplink ports, allowing flexible connectivity for both copper and fiber networks.
With a 20 Gbps switching capacity and 14.88 Mpps forwarding rate, the switch delivers reliable performance for applications such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points.
The switch supports Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) with up to 30W per port and a total PoE budget of 120W, enabling network devices to receive both power and data through a single Ethernet cable.
As part of the Grandstream GWN7800 series, the switch provides enterprise-grade Layer 2+ networking features, advanced security, and centralized cloud or on-premise management, making it ideal for modern business networks.
Key Features
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8 × Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports (10/100/1000 Mbps)
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2 × Gigabit SFP fiber uplink ports
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Up to 30W PoE output per port
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120W total PoE power budget
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Layer 2+ managed switching functionality
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20 Gbps switching capacity
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14.88 Mpps packet forwarding rate
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Support for IPv4 and IPv6 networking
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Advanced VLAN, QoS and traffic management
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Enterprise-grade network security features
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Cloud and on-premise network management options
Technical Specifications
Hardware Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Grandstream GWN7801P |
| Ethernet Ports | 8 × Gigabit RJ45 PoE+ |
| Fiber Ports | 2 × Gigabit SFP |
| Switching Capacity | 20 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 14.88 Mpps |
| Packet Buffer | 4.1 MB |
| MAC Address Table | 8K entries |
| Jumbo Frame | Up to 15K bytes |
The switch uses store-and-forward packet processing to improve network reliability and packet delivery.
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at |
| PoE Ports | 8 |
| Max Power per Port | 30W |
| Total PoE Budget | 120W |
PoE functionality simplifies network installations by powering devices such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points directly through Ethernet cables.
Networking & Switching Features
The GWN7801P managed switch supports advanced networking technologies including:
- IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging (up to 4,000 VLANs)
- Voice VLAN optimization for VoIP traffic
- Link Aggregation (LACP)
- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP / RSTP / MSTP)
- IGMP Snooping and MLD Snooping for multicast traffic
- Traffic shaping and bandwidth control
- Broadcast storm suppression
These features improve network segmentation, traffic prioritization, and performance stability.
Security Features
The switch includes advanced enterprise security technologies such as:
- 802.1X authentication
- RADIUS and TACACS+ authentication
- Access Control Lists (ACL)
- DHCP Snooping
- IP Source Guard
- ARP Inspection
- DoS attack protection
- Port security and MAC filtering
These security mechanisms help protect network infrastructure from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
Management & Monitoring
Administrators can manage the switch through multiple interfaces:
- Web-based graphical interface
- Command Line Interface (CLI)
- SNMP monitoring
- Grandstream GWN.Cloud centralized cloud management
- GWN Manager on-premise controller
These options enable centralized monitoring, remote configuration, and simplified network administration.
Physical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Deployment | Desktop / Wall-mount |
| Dimensions | 330 × 175 × 44 mm |
| Weight | ~1.8–2 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C – 45°C |
| Design | Fanless silent operation |
The fanless metal chassis ensures quiet operation, making the switch suitable for offices, retail stores, and hospitality environments.
Ideal Applications
The Grandstream GWN7801P managed PoE switch is ideal for:
- Small and medium business networks
- VoIP phone deployments
- Wireless access point installations
- IP CCTV surveillance systems
- Retail and hospitality networks
- Smart office environments
Why Choose Grandstream GWN7801P
- Compact 8-port Gigabit PoE+ switching
- Fiber uplinks for scalable backbone connectivity
- Advanced Layer 2+ enterprise networking features
- Strong security and traffic management
- Cloud and on-premise centralized management
- Reliable business-grade network performance
Useful Links
Official Grandstream Product Page
https://www.grandstream.com/products/networking-solutions/network-switches
Documentation Portal
https://documentation.grandstream.com
Grandstream GDMS Cloud Management Platform
https://gdms.cloud
Grandstream Support & Firmware Resources
https://www.grandstream.com/support/resources
These resources allow users to download firmware, configuration guides, and technical documentation.
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