Amcrest 8-Port POE+ Power Over Ethernet POE Switch with Metal Housing, 8-Ports POE+ 802.3af/at 96w (AGPS8E8P-AT-96)

This is my first security camera setup and the camera I bought was POE (power over Ethernet) so I needed this switch to power the camera. Setup was super easy! First you plug the power adapter into a wall outlet and into the back of the switch. Then you plug one ethernet cable from your home internet router into port 1 of the switch and then plug your camera into another port. Thats it. NOTE: You will need to have at least 2 ethernet cables on hand or purchase them as the unit does not come with them.

This is a really nice 802.11at/af switch. I pluggde in multiple devices and they all powered up and worked just fine. I did not like that it had no mounting slots. Also, it is advertised as a layer 2 management switch, which is 100% accurate. Unfortunately, that just means it is a basic switch that can only work across one subnet. If you are looking to VLAN off your cameras, youll have to pair it with a layer 3 switch and router. Note that it is not a managed switch. This is a standard dumb switch, with the ability to give great PoE.

Item has had solid performance since installed.

I couldnt till you how many Amcrest cameras and related equipment I have purchased. The stuff works as advertised BUT their customer support, specifically technical support is USELESS - THEY JUST PUT YOU ON HOLD DN FORGET YOU and the ONLINE CHAT just keeps CLOSING THE SESSION. Needless to say Im thinking another brand, JUST for SUPPORT!

This 8-Port Amcrest POE has performed so well, that I have purchased a second one. Plug and play that works without any extra steps. Plug in LAN, power up, and go.

Great product, easy to install

If you’re looking for a high speed switch that won’t drop the high speeds your paying for (400mbps+) then this is great! Other switches have a nice price point at $15 or so, but will likely be inconsistent with speed. At least that was my experience.

Using with Amcrest UltraHD 4K (8MP) Outdoor Security POE IP Camera and works great so far. The camera took a bit to set up but the switch is plug and play. Seems like quality built hardware.

Amazing for my 7 Amcrest cameras running on Blue Iris. Solid, hefty build quality, love it. Only wish there were holes for wall mounting.

Just connect power and immediately connected. Couldnt be easier. Plug and play. I love the slim design as well, great for small spaces like mine. The labeling is great also. I would highly recommend. Robust switch.