What Readers Should Know
Zyxel Networks launched nine GS1915v2 Gigabit Smart Managed Switch models with different port counts, power options, and mounting configurations. The series supports local and Nebula cloud management for small business networks.
Key Takeaways
- The portfolio includes nine models with 8-, 10-, 16-, and 24-port options.
- Six PoE models offer power budgets ranging from 60W to 180W.
- The GS1915-8PDv2 can receive power from another PoE switch.
- Businesses can choose local management or Nebula cloud management.
- Philippine pricing and local availability were not included in the announcement.
Zyxel Networks announced its GS1915v2 series of Gigabit Smart Managed Switches on October 13, 2026, introducing nine models designed to simplify network installation and management for small businesses.
The range offers different port counts, power options, and mounting configurations for workplaces where networking equipment must fit around existing operations. These include small offices, shops, cafes, and clinics that may have limited space, ventilation, or access to electrical outlets.
According to Zyxel, the series also gives system integrators and managed service providers more options for supporting different customer environments within one product portfolio.
More flexibility for installation
The GS1915v2 lineup includes 8-, 10-, 16-, and 24-port options, with both Power over Ethernet and non-PoE models.
PoE allows compatible equipment to receive power and data through a single Ethernet cable. Six models in the range offer power budgets from 60W to 180W for devices such as IP cameras, WiFi access points, and door access systems.
The GS1915-8PDv2 can itself receive power from another PoE switch. This provides an installation option in locations without a nearby power outlet.
Across the portfolio, desktop, wall, rack, and DIN-rail mounting options help accommodate different spaces. Fiber uplinks are also offered, while fanless models provide quiet operation for noise-sensitive workplaces.
Features vary by model, so businesses should check the specifications of their selected switch.
Cloud or local management
The series supports both local management and Zyxel’s Nebula cloud platform.
Zyxel says Nebula’s core capabilities provide free access to essential remote configuration, real-time monitoring, and centralized management. Businesses can upgrade to advanced management as their requirements grow.
The switches also include Layer 2 management features, with enhanced access control lists and Dynamic VLAN capabilities compared with the previous generation. These features support control over network access and separation of network traffic.
A redesigned front panel uses simpler icons and a cleaner LED layout to make device status easier to read.
Packaging and lighting changes
Zyxel has also revised the switches’ design and packaging. The company reports up to 198 percent higher shipping efficiency than the previous generation, citing the ability to fit more units on each pallet.
A dedicated button lets users turn off front-panel LEDs, helping reduce light disturbance in home offices and other low-light spaces.
“Small businesses should not have to redesign their premises just to install reliable networking,” said Gary Chen, Emerging Markets head at Zyxel Networks.
For small businesses, the range’s central proposition is installation flexibility: choosing equipment that fits the available space, connected devices, and management needs. The announcement does not provide Philippine pricing or a local availability date.
Full specifications are available on the official GS1915v2 product page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Zyxel GS1915v2 series?
A nine-model range of Gigabit Smart Managed Switches designed for small business networks.
Does every model support PoE?
No. The portfolio includes PoE and non-PoE options, with six PoE models offering 60W to 180W power budgets.
Can a switch operate without a nearby outlet?
The GS1915-8PDv2 can receive power through a connection to another PoE switch.
What management options are available?
Local management and Nebula cloud management. Zyxel says essential Nebula features are free, with advanced upgrades available.
How much does the series cost in the Philippines?
Philippine pricing and a local availability date were not supplied in the release.
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