Linksys LGS352MPC 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch - 740W Power

Our review of the Linksys LGS352MPC finds it aimed squarely at small to midsize businesses and installers who need a robust, managed wired backbone. The single biggest reason to buy is its combination of high PoE+ power budget and multiple 10G SFP+ uplinks, which lets surveillance systems, access points and VoIP deployments run reliably over one managed switch. It's not for casual home users, but for anyone who needs centralized PoE power, traffic prioritization and security controls in a metal desktop or wall-mount chassis.

Key Features

• 48 Gigabit Ports: Provides abundant wired connections so you can attach surveillance cameras, access points and door controllers without immediate expansion.
• 740W PoE+ Budget: Supplies power and data over a single cable to powered devices, reducing cabling complexity and centralizing power management.
• 4 x 10G SFP+ Uplinks: Enables dedicated high-speed links back to the core network or aggregation switches for minimal bottlenecks.
• Advanced Security: Managed features such as MAC-based port security let administrators control device access and reduce unauthorized connections.
• Quality of Service: Traffic prioritization and auto-sensing ports help keep latency-sensitive services like VoIP and video stable under load.
• Metal Housing & Mounting: Rugged metal construction and desktop/wall-mount options make it suitable for wiring closets and utility rooms.

Who It's For

The LGS352MPC is best for IT professionals, installers and small business owners who deploy multiple PoE devices such as cameras, wireless access points and VoIP phones and need centralized management and higher uplink capacity. Its managed feature set and security controls favor environments that require VLAN segmentation, static routing and IGMP for multicast video.

It is less appropriate for simple home networks or users who only need a handful of ports without PoE or management. If you do not require PoE power, advanced QoS, or 10G uplinks, a smaller unmanaged or lower-power switch will be more cost effective.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Generous PoE+ power budget ideal for powering many cameras and APs from one unit.
• Four 10G SFP+ uplinks provide high-capacity aggregation to the core network.
• Managed features including QoS, VLAN and MAC-based port security improve performance and safety.
• Durable metal housing with desktop or wall-mount options for flexible installation.

Cons

• Designed for business deployments; overkill and higher cost for casual home use.
• Requires some networking expertise to configure advanced features and routing.

Specifications

Brand	Linksys
Model	LGS352MPC 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch
Ports	48 Gigabit PoE+ ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink slots
PoE Budget	740W total PoE+ power
Management	Managed switch with QoS, VLAN, static routing and IGMP
Housing	Metal housing, desktop or wall mount
Support	5 1/2 year warranty and 24/7 technical support

Our Verdict

The Linksys LGS352MPC is a well-rounded managed PoE+ switch for small to midsize deployments that need substantial power and uplink capacity. It delivers strong value when you require centralized PoE, VLAN segregation and 10G uplinks, but it assumes someone on staff can configure managed features. Buy it if you need a durable, secure network switch that consolidates power and data for cameras, APs and VoIP systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this switch supply PoE and data over the same cable?
The switch supports PoE+ on its Gigabit ports, so power and data travel over a single Ethernet cable to powered devices.

Can it connect to the network backbone at 10G speeds?
Yes, it includes four 10G SFP+ uplink slots for high-speed dedicated connections back to your core network.

Is this switch covered by warranty and support?
Yes, the product is backed by a 5 1/2 year warranty and free 24/7 technical support.