Reolink RLA-PS1E 5-Port Gigabit PoE Switch｜65W, 4 PoE Ports, 30W per Port

4 GbE PoE Ports + 1 GbE Uplink｜IEEE 802.3af/at｜30W per Port, 65W Total｜Metal Housing, 234g

Product Overview

The Reolink RLA-PS1E is a 5-port full-gigabit PoE switch with 4 PoE ports and 1 uplink port, all supporting 10/100/1000Mbps. It solves situations where an NVR has no PoE ports or not enough PoE ports — for example, the NVS36 / RLN36 only has 4 GbE data ports without power output.

Official specifications: 4 × 10/100/1000Mbps PoE ports and 1 × 10/100/1000Mbps uplink port; AC input 100-240V, power output 52V 1.25A (65W); supports IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at, with a maximum of 30W per port; dimensions 125.5×76.8×25.5mm and weight 234g.

Operating temperature: -10°C to 45°C; humidity: 10%-90% (non-condensing); 2-year manufacturer warranty. This is an **unmanaged** switch: plug and play, with no VLAN, QoS, or web management interface.

RLA-PS1E Housing and Ports (Official Image)

Six Key Highlights

4 PoE Ports: Solve the Problem of NVRs Without Power Output

If you use an NVR such as the NVS36 / RLN36 without PoE power output, the cameras need another power source. The RLA-PS1E is designed for exactly this situation: connect 4 cameras to it, then connect the switch to the NVR's GbE port via the uplink.

Another common use case is when all of the NVR's PoE ports are already occupied. For example, the NVS8 has 8 PoE ports, but if you add a 9th or 10th camera, adding an RLA-PS1E gives you 4 additional ports without replacing the NVR.

• 4 PoE Ports, All Gigabit
• Suitable for NVRs Without PoE (such as the NVS36)
• Expand the Number of PoE Ports on an Existing NVR

How to Calculate Whether 65W Total Power Is Enough

The official power output is 52V 1.25A, or 65W, with a maximum of 30W per port. However, 65W is the **total shared power budget for all ports**, not 65W per port.

Practical estimate: Standard Reolink PoE cameras typically consume around 6-10W, while models with PTZ or spotlights consume around 10-14W. Four cameras require approximately 30-55W, so 65W is sufficient. If you plan to connect 4 flagship cameras with PTZ and spotlights and activate them simultaneously, leave some headroom or switch to the 120W 8-port model.

• 65W Total Power (Shared by All Ports)
• 30W Maximum per Port
• 4 Standard PoE Cameras Require Approximately 30-55W

All Gigabit: Why It Is Worth Choosing Over 10/100

All 5 ports on this switch support 10/100/1000Mbps, including the PoE ports. Many inexpensive PoE switches on the market offer only 10/100Mbps on their PoE ports, with only the uplink supporting gigabit speeds — this can become a bottleneck as 4K cameras become more common.

A 4K main stream uses approximately 8Mbps and a sub-stream approximately 1Mbps, far below 100Mbps per camera. However, when multiple cameras are played back simultaneously or the NVR pulls multiple streams at once, the extra capacity of GbE helps prevent video stuttering. This is also why you may prefer this model over entry-level switches.

• All 5 Ports Are Gigabit
• Smooth Multi-Channel 4K Playback
• Unmanaged, Plug and Play

Unmanaged: Advantages and Limitations

The advantage is zero configuration: plug in the power and network cables, and PoE is ready to use. For users who simply want to add a few PoE ports, managed-switch features can be more of a burden than a benefit.

The limitation is that there is no VLAN, QoS, port mirroring, or web management interface. If you need to separate cameras and office computers on the same network using VLANs, or require traffic prioritization, you will need a managed switch — this model cannot do that.

• No Setup Required, Plug and Play
• No VLAN / QoS / Management Interface
• If you need network management functions, please choose another model

2-year warranty

Officially listed with a 2-year manufacturer's warranty. PoE switches are devices that operate 24/7, and the power section is the most common point of failure. The 2-year warranty covers most early-life failures.

It is recommended to place it in a well-ventilated location and not stack it with an NVR or other heat-generating equipment.

• 2-year manufacturer's warranty
• Recommended to place it separately and keep it well ventilated

How to calculate the 65W power budget

The total power budget of a PoE switch is a hard limit. This model is rated at 65W, with a maximum of 30W per port—meaning that one port can use 30W, but all ports cannot use 30W simultaneously. When the total power demand of all four ports exceeds 65W, the switch will allocate power by priority or refuse to supply power.

Practical estimate: A typical Reolink PoE camera with infrared LEDs uses approximately 8–12W, so four cameras use about 40–48W, leaving some headroom within the 65W limit. If you plan to connect models with pan-tilt motors or spotlights, such as P-series PTZ cameras, each unit may use close to 20W, bringing four ports close to the limit.

If you plan to connect a fifth camera or more in the future, you should switch to the 8-port, 120W model instead of adding another switch in a daisy chain—daisy chaining makes both the power supply and network topology more complicated.

• The combined power consumption of the four ports must not exceed 65W
• Typical PoE cameras use approximately 8–12W
• PTZ or spotlight-equipped models consume more power

What's in the box

The following is the packaging content for Hong Kong authorized stock. Actual accessories are subject to the shipping batch. If you have any questions, please confirm with us before placing your order.

• This is the RLA-PS1E: 4 Gigabit PoE ports + 1 Gigabit uplink port, with a total power budget of 65W. If you need 8 PoE ports and a total power budget of 120W, please choose the RLA-PS1 (also available in our store).
• The package contents are based on Reolink's official shipping configuration. The official product page does not publicly provide an itemized packing list, so our store does not speculate about the quantity of accessories. If you need to confirm a specific accessory before placing your order, such as a bracket, screw kit, or whether a power adapter is included, please contact us first.
• Hong Kong authorized stock, 2-year manufacturer's warranty, and local support.

Suitable Applications

Suitable for supplying PoE power to a small number of cameras, or adding power to a non-PoE NVR, such as the NVS36.

• Add PoE power to NVS36 / RLN36
• The NVR's PoE ports are fully occupied and 1–4 additional cameras are required
• Small shops (up to 4 cameras)
• Adding one or two PoE cameras to an office
• Temporary or short-term surveillance deployments

Why choose this model

• 4 Gigabit PoE ports + 1 uplink port
• 30W per port, supports 802.3af/at
• All-Gigabit for smooth multi-channel 4K streaming
• No configuration required—plug and play
• Lightweight at 234g, with a 2-year warranty

Full Specifications

Same-Series Comparison

Our store also carries the RLA-PS1 with 8 ports / 120W; the figures below are official specifications, and the RLA-PS1E you are viewing is highlighted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not sure whether you need 4 or 8 ports?

Tell us the number and models of your cameras, and we will calculate the total power consumption to determine whether 65W is sufficient or whether you need the 8-port 120W model.

Hong Kong Official Stock｜2-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty｜Local Support