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Cudy GS1018PS2 | 16 Gigabit PoE Ports | 300W PoE Budget | 2 Gigabit Uplinks Plus 2 SFP Slots
Feeds a full CCTV build or office phone system from a rack shelf, with steel housing for busy server rooms.
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Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Mascom International stocks the Cudy GS1018PS2 at KSh 17,500, brand new and sealed, ready for medium-sized camera and office networks. This unmanaged switch carries sixteen gigabit PoE ports, two non-PoE gigabit uplink ports and two 1.25G SFP slots for fibre. All sixteen PoE ports share a 300W budget, and each one can supply up to 30W under the IEEE 802.3at standard. The metal body measures 320 x 207 x 44 mm and mounts in a rack with the brackets in the box. Pick up the Cudy GS1018PS2 at our Kimathi Street shop in Nairobi CBD.
Designed for CCTV contractors, school bursars and hospital IT teams, the Cudy GS1018PS2 handles the jump from a small camera kit to a site-wide system. Picture a warehouse in Industrial Area with a dozen cameras, or a private hospital with access points on every ward. Running power sockets to each spot costs time and electrician fees. With the Cudy GS1018PS2, each device gets data and power through one Ethernet cable, and the two uplinks connect to your NVR and router. Schools add VoIP desk phones in the staff room and Wi-Fi in the library from the same box.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that hand over a switch and wish you luck, Mascom International talks through your camera count, cable distances and power needs first. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the two separate uplinks save them buying a second switch just to connect the recorder and the internet router. At Mascom International, we're seeing more installers move from consumer switches to the Cudy GS1018PS2 once a job passes eight cameras. Visit the shop to inspect the build, or order on WhatsApp and pay only when the Cudy GS1018PS2 reaches you.
Common Questions About the Cudy GS1018PS2
What is the Cudy GS1018PS2 price in Kenya?
The Cudy GS1018PS2 sells for KSh 17,500, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That covers the switch, its power cord, the rack mounting kit and a 12-month warranty, delivered pay-on-arrival anywhere in Kenya. Split across sixteen PoE ports, that works out to about KSh 1,094 per powered port. The 24-port Cudy GS1026PS2 costs KSh 3,000 more, while the 4-port Cudy GS1005PTS1 costs KSh 11,000 less.
How many IP cameras can the Cudy GS1018PS2 power at the same time?
The Cudy GS1018PS2 can power sixteen IP cameras at once, provided their combined draw stays within its 300W PoE budget. Spread evenly, that leaves an average of about 18.75W per port, and most fixed dome and bullet cameras draw well below that. Each single port tops out at 30W. If you plan several PTZ cameras or outdoor access points with heaters, add their rated wattages from the labels first and keep a margin for start-up surges.
Should I buy the Cudy GS1018PS2 or step up to the Cudy GS1026PS2?
Choose the Cudy GS1018PS2 for up to sixteen powered devices, and the Cudy GS1026PS2 when you need up to twenty-four. Both carry two gigabit uplinks, two SFP slots and 30W per port. With the same 300W budget, the GS1018PS2 leaves more average power for each device when every port is busy. The GS1026PS2 adds eight ports for KSh 3,000 more, which suits a site that expects to grow. Fully loaded camera sites should favour the GS1018PS2.
Can the Cudy GS1018PS2 handle a dusty server cabinet in Industrial Area?
The Cudy GS1018PS2 has a metal case that sheds heat well, but dust is the bigger threat in Nairobi cabinets near busy roads. Fit the switch in a cabinet with a filtered vent, and leave space above and beside it for air to move. Blow out the cabinet with dry compressed air every few months, especially during the dry season. Connect the uplink to your Safaricom, Airtel or other fibre router, and keep that router in the same cabinet.
Does the Cudy GS1018PS2 fit a standard 19-inch rack?
Yes, the Cudy GS1018PS2 mounts in a 19-inch rack using the brackets included in its mounting kit. Its 44 mm height takes up one rack unit, so it slots in neatly above or below an NVR or patch panel. You can also place it flat on a desk or shelf if you have no rack. Running a power cord straight from a rack UPS keeps cameras recording when KPLC supply drops in the evening.
What are the two uplink ports and two SFP slots on the Cudy GS1018PS2 for?
The two gigabit uplink ports on the Cudy GS1018PS2 connect your router and NVR without using up any of the sixteen PoE ports. They carry data only, so no power is sent to a recorder or router by accident. The two 1.25G SFP slots take fibre modules for links to another building, a gate house or a distant block. Hospitals and campuses use fibre to join wards or hostels that sit too far apart for copper.
Is the Cudy GS1018PS2 a good fit for a school network?
The Cudy GS1018PS2 suits a school that wants cameras, Wi-Fi access points and staff room phones on one switch. Extend Mode on ports 9 to 16 pushes data and power up to 250 metres at 10 Mbps, reaching a gate camera or a distant classroom block. Ports 1 to 8 stay at full gigabit speed for access points and the office. Since it is unmanaged, a school with no full-time IT staff can run it without setup or passwords.
Who should buy the Cudy GS1018PS2, and who should skip it?
Buy the Cudy GS1018PS2 for a camera or office network of nine to sixteen powered devices: a mid-sized shop, school, clinic or warehouse. Skip it if you only need four cameras, because the Cudy GS1005PTS1 at KSh 6,500 does that job for far less. Skip it as well if your devices plug into their own adapters; a non-PoE Cudy GS108 at KSh 3,000 makes more sense. Sites already past sixteen devices should go straight to the Cudy GS1026PS2.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Switching
- Sixteen gigabit RJ45 PoE ports — each one carries data and power to a camera, access point or phone on one cable.
- Two gigabit RJ45 uplink ports without PoE — connect your router and NVR while keeping all sixteen PoE ports free for devices.
- Two 1.25G SFP slots — accept fibre modules for long links between buildings, far beyond what copper cable can reach.
- 40 Gbps switching capacity — all ports can move data at full gigabit speed together, so camera streams do not queue.
- 29.76 Mpps forwarding rate — the switch moves millions of data packets per second, plenty for recording many HD camera streams.
- 2,048-entry MAC address table — remembers that many connected devices, comfortably above a sixteen-camera site's needs.
PoE Power Delivery
- 300W total PoE budget — the combined power shared across all sixteen PoE ports; add up your devices against this figure.
- Up to 30W per port — enough for fixed IP cameras, Wi-Fi access points and VoIP desk phones under the 802.3at standard.
- IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at support — works with standards-based PoE gear from any camera, phone or access point maker.
- Automatic PoE detection — devices that cannot take PoE, such as a laptop, receive data only and no power.
- Watchdog function in Extend Mode — reboots a frozen camera or access point by cycling its power, without a site visit.
Compatibility and Operating Modes
- Default Mode — all sixteen PoE ports run at full gigabit speed for access points, office PCs and high-resolution cameras.
- Extend Mode on ports 9 to 16 — carries data and power up to 250 metres at 10 Mbps for distant cameras.
- Unmanaged operation — no login, app or IP address to configure; connect cables and the switch starts working immediately.
- Works with any brand of NVR or router — standard gigabit Ethernet connects to whatever recorder or fibre router you already own.
- Mixed devices on one switch — cameras, access points, phones and ordinary PCs can share ports, each receiving only the power it accepts.
Build, Cooling and Mounting
- Metal housing — a solid steel case that withstands knocks in a busy cabinet and helps dissipate heat from the PoE circuits.
- 320 x 207 x 44 mm dimensions — a one-rack-unit height that fits standard 19-inch cabinets with the included brackets.
- Rack or desktop installation — mount it in a cabinet with the supplied kit, or stand it on a shelf or desk.
- Quiet cooling system — Cudy describes the cooling as silent, so the switch can sit in a staff office without distracting noise.
- 100-240V AC input — matches the Kenyan mains supply and plugs straight into a UPS through the included power cord.
Inclusions and Setup
- Power cord — connects the switch's AC inlet to a wall socket, extension board or UPS output.
- Rack mounting kit — brackets and screws for fixing the switch into a 19-inch network cabinet.
- Installation guide — covers port roles, the Default and Extend Mode switch, and safe mounting in plain steps.
- No SFP modules or Ethernet cables included — buy fibre modules and patch cables to suit your site layout.
- About 10W own consumption without PoE loads — the switch itself uses little power, so UPS capacity goes mainly to devices.
Package Contents
Inside the sealed box you get the Cudy GS1018PS2, a power cord, a rack mounting kit with brackets and screws, and the printed installation guide. The kit means the switch is ready for a 19-inch cabinet from day one. Fibre SFP modules and Ethernet cables are not included, so budget for one cable per device plus your uplinks. Mascom International can help you plan the cable list before delivery.
Warranty
The Cudy GS1018PS2 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. That covers the ports, the PoE power circuits and the internal power supply. Bring warranty claims to our Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street, where our team handles them in person.
Buying the Cudy GS1018PS2 from Mascom International
You will find the Cudy GS1018PS2 at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Come in, power it up and test a camera on any port before you commit. It comes in Cudy's standard metal finish, so there is no colour to choose; message us to confirm current stock.
Get in touch with the Mascom team here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, and schools or contractors in Thika, Machakos, Nyeri and Kakamega get theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The switch is backed by the 12-month warranty described above. We stand by honest specifications, accurate pricing and real after-sales help whenever your network grows or needs troubleshooting.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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