Grandstream GWN7801P 8-Port Layer 2+ Managed Gigabit PoE+ Switch – 120W

Overview

Build a scalable, secure business network with the Grandstream GWN7801P 8-Port Layer 2+ Managed Gigabit PoE+ Switch, an enterprise-grade managed switch designed for small-to-medium businesses. Combining 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE/PoE+ ports, 2 Gigabit SFP uplinks, and a 120W total PoE power budget, the GWN7801P gives administrators full control over VLANs, QoS, and network security while powering IP phones, cameras, and access points directly.

Unlike Grandstream’s unmanaged switch range, the GWN7801P is a fully manageable Layer 2+ switch, supporting advanced VLAN segmentation, IGMP snooping, link aggregation, and comprehensive protection against network attacks. It can be managed through its local web interface or centrally via GDMS Networking (GWN.Cloud) and GWN Manager, making it a practical foundation for growing, security-conscious business networks.

Quick Specs

• Product Type: Layer 2+ Managed Gigabit PoE+ Network Switch
• Total Ports: 8 x Gigabit Ethernet PoE/PoE+ ports, 2 x Gigabit SFP uplinks
• PoE Standards: IEEE 802.3af/802.3at (PoE+)
• Power per Port: Up to 30W
• Total PoE Power Budget: 120W
• Switching Capacity: 20Gbps
• Non-Blocking Throughput: 10Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 14.88Mpps
• Management: Local web UI, GDMS Networking (GWN.Cloud), GWN Manager
• VLAN Support: Up to 4,000 VLAN IDs, port-based and 802.1Q tagging, voice VLAN
• Link Aggregation: Up to 8 LAGs
• Security: ARP inspection, IP source guard, DoS protection, port security, DHCP snooping
• Design: Fanless metal enclosure, desktop or wall-mountable
• Ideal For: Small-to-medium businesses, offices, retail, and hospitality networks

Why Buy

• Full network control: As a Layer 2+ managed switch, the GWN7801P supports advanced VLANs, QoS, and traffic segmentation that unmanaged switches simply can’t offer.
• Substantial PoE capacity: A 120W total power budget across 8 PoE/PoE+ ports comfortably powers a mix of IP phones, access points, and cameras.
• Flexible uplink options: Two Gigabit SFP ports give the flexibility to run fibre uplinks alongside the switch’s Gigabit copper ports.
• Enterprise-grade security: ARP inspection, IP source guard, DoS protection, port security, and DHCP snooping help protect the network against common attacks.
• Centralised or local management: Manage the switch through its local web interface, or centrally alongside other Grandstream devices via GDMS Networking or GWN Manager.
• Reliable, silent operation: A fanless metal design ensures quiet operation, making it suitable for office, retail, and hospitality environments where noise matters.
• Resilient network design: Support for up to 8 link aggregation groups helps increase bandwidth and improve redundancy where it’s needed most.

Insights

The Grandstream GWN7801P marks a step up from Grandstream’s unmanaged GWN7700 series switches, aimed at businesses that need real control over how their network behaves — not just more ports and PoE power. As the entry point into the GWN7800 Layer 2+ managed switch series, it brings features like VLAN segmentation, link aggregation, and detailed security controls to small-to-medium enterprises that are outgrowing plug-and-play hardware.

Its quaternary binding of IP, MAC, VLAN, and port, combined with ARP inspection, DHCP snooping, and DoS protection, reflects a genuinely enterprise-oriented security posture — the kind of feature set typically reserved for larger, more expensive switches. Paired with 2 Gigabit SFP uplink ports, it also gives network designers the option to connect back to a core switch over fibre, rather than being limited to copper Gigabit connections.

Because it can be managed through GDMS Networking and GWN Manager alongside Grandstream’s Wi-Fi access points and other GWN switches, the GWN7801P fits naturally into a broader Grandstream-based network, giving administrators a single, consistent place to manage switches, access points, and routers together.

Key Features

8 Gigabit PoE/PoE+ Ports and 2 SFP Uplinks

The GWN7801P provides 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE/PoE+ ports for connecting and powering devices, plus 2 Gigabit SFP ports for flexible fibre or copper uplinks.

120W Total PoE Power Budget

With up to 30W per port and a 120W total power budget, the switch can power a substantial mix of IP phones, access points, and cameras, with smart dynamic allocation across ports.

Layer 2+ Managed Networking

Advanced VLAN support (up to 4,000 VLAN IDs), port-based and 802.1Q tagging, and voice VLAN give administrators fine-grained control over network traffic segmentation.

Link Aggregation

Support for up to 8 link aggregation groups (LAGs) allows multiple ports to be combined for increased bandwidth and improved network reliability.

Comprehensive Security Features

ARP inspection, IP source guard, DoS protection, port security, and DHCP snooping, along with quaternary binding of IP, MAC, VLAN, and port, help protect the network from common threats.

High-Performance Switching

A 20Gbps switching capacity, 10Gbps non-blocking throughput, and 14.88Mpps forwarding rate ensure reliable performance even under demanding network loads.

Flexible Management Options

The GWN7801P can be managed through its local web interface, or centrally via GDMS Networking (GWN.Cloud) and GWN Manager, alongside other Grandstream networking equipment.

IGMP/MLD Snooping and QoS

Built-in IGMP/MLD snooping and advanced QoS help optimise network performance and prioritise important traffic such as voice and video.

Fanless, Silent Design

A fanless metal enclosure ensures completely silent operation, making the switch suitable for office, retail, and hospitality environments.

IPv4 and IPv6 Support

The GWN7801P supports deployment in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks, keeping it compatible with modern and legacy network infrastructure alike.

Use Cases

• Small-to-Medium Businesses: Build a secure, VLAN-segmented network with reliable PoE power for connected devices.
• Offices: Power IP phones and Wi-Fi access points while maintaining full control over network traffic and security.
• Retail Environments: Support POS systems, cameras, and Wi-Fi access points with silent, fanless operation.
• Hospitality: Deploy a managed, secure network backbone for guest Wi-Fi, phones, and property management systems.
• Surveillance Systems: Power and manage multiple PoE-enabled IP cameras with dedicated VLANs for security traffic.
• Multi-Site Deployments: Manage several GWN7801P switches centrally through GDMS Networking or GWN Manager.

Is It Right?

This switch is a great choice if you:

• Need full VLAN, QoS, and traffic management control over your network.
• Want 8 PoE/PoE+ ports with a 120W total power budget.
• Need Gigabit SFP uplink ports for fibre connectivity to your core network.
• Require enterprise-grade security features like DHCP snooping and DoS protection.
• Want to manage this switch alongside other Grandstream equipment via GDMS Networking or GWN Manager.
• Need silent, fanless operation for an office, retail, or hospitality environment.

You may want to consider another option if you:

• Don’t need VLANs or advanced management (consider the unmanaged GWN7700 series instead).
• Need more PoE ports or a higher power budget (consider larger models in the GWN7800 series, such as the GWN7802P or GWN7803P).
• Have a small home network with only a few devices to connect.
• Don’t require SFP uplink ports for your deployment.

Specifications

Compatibility

• Grandstream IP Phones: Power compatible desk phones directly through the switch’s PoE/PoE+ ports, with voice VLAN support for prioritised call quality.
• Grandstream Wi-Fi Access Points: Power and manage GWN series access points, with centralised visibility through GDMS Networking or GWN Manager.
• GWN700X/GWN701X Routers: Can be managed alongside compatible Grandstream routers as part of a unified network.
• PoE-Enabled IP Cameras: Compatible with standard 802.3af/802.3at PoE-powered surveillance cameras.
• SFP Transceiver Modules: Compatible with standard Gigabit SFP transceivers for fibre uplink connectivity.
• GWN7800 Series: Part of a wider family of Layer 2+ managed switches, including larger models such as the GWN7802P and GWN7803P.

Setup

1. Mount the GWN7801P on a desktop or wall, in a location with good ventilation.
2. Connect the switch to your network using an Ethernet cable or SFP uplink to your core network.
3. Access the local web interface to begin configuring VLANs, QoS, and security settings.
4. Configure VLANs and port assignments according to your network’s segmentation requirements.
5. Connect PoE-powered devices such as IP phones, access points, or cameras to the switch’s PoE/PoE+ ports.
6. Add the switch to GDMS Networking or GWN Manager if centralised management across multiple devices or sites is required.
7. Test connectivity and PoE power delivery to confirm all connected devices are operating correctly.

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