This document describes the features and characteristics of the D-Link DES-1026G 24-Port 10/100Mbps + 2-Port 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Switch.
This manual introduces the DES-1026G 24‑port 10/100Mbps plus 2‑port 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet switch, covering its features, Ethernet technologies, and benefits of switching. It explains how the device integrates Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet into a cost‑effective solution and describes the basic concepts of Ethernet, CSMA/CD, and network segmentation.
The guide details installation steps, power requirements, front‑ and rear‑panel connections, LED status indicators, and provides a full set of technical specifications such as port counts, data rates, power consumption, dimensions, and environmental limits.
| Number of Ports | 24 10/100BASE-TX ports, 2 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit ports |
|---|---|
| Ethernet Data Rate (10BASE‑T) | 10 Mbps half‑duplex, 20 Mbps full‑duplex |
| Fast Ethernet Data Rate (100BASE‑TX) | 100 Mbps half‑duplex, 200 Mbps full‑duplex |
| Gigabit Ethernet Data Rate (1000BASE‑T) | 2000 Mbps full‑duplex |
| Power Consumption | 9.8 W max |
| Dimensions | 440 mm × 140 mm × 44 mm (W × H × D) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 10 %–90 % |
| RAM Buffer | 320 MBytes per device |
| MAC Address Table Size | 8 K entries |
The DES-1026G provides 24 10/100BASE‑TX ports and 2 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit ports.
It accepts a universal AC input of 100‑240 V, 50‑60 Hz and consumes up to 9.8 W.