Trendnet TPE-BG380 8-port 2.5G Poe++ Switch

Product Description

The TRENDNET TPE-BG380 is an 8-port 2.5G PoE++ managed network switch designed for commercial and professional network installations. Each port delivers 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet throughput alongside Power over Ethernet Plus Plus (PoE++) capability, allowing the switch to power high-demand devices directly through the network cable. This eliminates the need for separate power supplies at each connected device. Network technicians and low-voltage installers deploy this switch in applications where standard Gigabit PoE capacity is insufficient for devices such as Wi-Fi 6 access points, PTZ cameras, and other high-power network endpoints.

The TPE-BG380 is suited for small-to-medium commercial environments requiring higher per-port bandwidth than legacy Gigabit infrastructure provides. Typical installation scenarios include structured cabling deployments in office buildings, warehouses, and multi-tenant spaces where 2.5G uplinks and PoE++ power budgets are needed at the edge layer. It ships as a single unit and fits into standard network equipment racks or wall-mount enclosures depending on the chassis form factor.

Key Features

• 8 ports with 2.5G Ethernet throughput per port
• PoE++ (802.3bt) support for high-power device connectivity over a single cable
• Removes need for local power adapters at each powered device endpoint
• Designed for edge-layer network deployments in commercial environments
• Single-unit packaging for straightforward procurement and deployment

Compatibility

Designed as a PoE++ edge switch compatible with 802.3bt, 802.3at, and 802.3af powered devices connecting via standard Cat5e or higher structured cabling.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified low-voltage or network cabling technician in accordance with applicable NEC low-voltage wiring requirements. Power down or unplug the switch before making or removing cable connections during initial setup. Verify that the total PoE power draw of all connected devices does not exceed the switch total PoE budget as specified in the manufacturer datasheet. Do not install in unventilated enclosures where heat buildup may exceed the unit operating temperature range.