Business networks face mounting pressure as camera deployments grow, Wi-Fi access points multiply, and data traffic surges. When existing infrastructure becomes a bottleneck, organizations often face the threat of expensive rewiring projects. Trendnet is positioning its latest release, the TPE-BG350 5-port switch, as a practical answer to this challenge—delivering multi-gigabit speeds and high-power PoE++ in a compact form factor at a relatively accessible price.
Expanding Bandwidth Without Replacing Cables
At the core of the TPE-BG350 is a set of five RJ45 ports, each capable of 2.5 Gbps data transfers following the IEEE 802.3bz standard. The unit’s 25 Gbps total switching capacity provides enough headroom for smaller offices or home offices where multiple devices operate simultaneously. Perhaps most critically for cost-conscious deployments, the switch achieves these speeds smoothly over existing Cat5e cabling. This allows organizations to upgrade their network backbone to multi-gigabit performance without touching a single cable in the wall.
High-Power PoE for Modern Devices
Beyond data throughput, the switch delivers power directly over network cables. Four of the five ports support the PoE++ standard (IEEE 802.3af/at/bt), drawing from a total power budget of 135 W. With up to 95 W available per port, the TPE-BG350 can drive demanding equipment such as PTZ security cameras, smart LED lighting fixtures, or digital signage displays without requiring separate power connections. Removing those extra power sources simplifies both installation and ongoing network planning.
Silent, Professional-Grade Design
The TPE-BG350 measures 6.3 x 4.3 x 1.0 inches and uses a fanless metal enclosure, allowing it to operate silently on a desk or mounted on a wall. For environments that require traffic segmentation and prioritization, the switch includes 802.1Q VLAN and 802.1p QoS passthrough support. The TPE-BG350 is available now with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $149.99.
Source: www.trendnet.com