Benefits of lite managed switches

by cloudinfotech on Apr 18th, 2025 09:06 AM

Lite managed switches offer a balance between the simplicity of unmanaged switches and the advanced control of fully managed ones. In a network with multiple Wi-Fi Access Points, these switches help by:
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[li]Providing PoE (Power over Ethernet): They can power access points through Ethernet cables, reducing the need for separate power sources.[/li]
[li]VLAN Configuration: Helps isolate guest Wi-Fi traffic from internal business traffic for better security and performance.[/li]
[li]Traffic Management: Offers basic QoS (Quality of Service) settings to prioritize important network traffic.[/li]
[li]Cost Efficiency: They're more affordable than full managed switches, making them a great choice for small to mid-sized networks.[/li]
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In short, combining Wi-Fi Access Points with lite managed switches creates a scalable, secure, and efficient network—perfect for growing businesses.