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Huawei eKit S380-S8T2T Network Gateway – 2*GE WAN, 8*GE LAN, up to 250 users
Key Features
Brand: Huawei
CLOUD Indicator
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Seven GE LAN Electrical Ports
One GE LAN/WAN Electrical Port
Two GE WAN Electrical Ports
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Ground Screw
1 Year Warranty
Huawei eKitEngine S380-S8T2T Multi-Service Gateway Product Overview
The Huawei eKitEngine S380-S8T2T is a next-generation high-performance gigabit enterprise gateway engineered specifically for small-to-medium businesses, multi-floor corporate branch offices, boutique hotels, and medical clinics. This all-in-one multi-service device seamlessly consolidates core routing, local switching, hardware firewall protections, and wireless access control into a single compact chassis. It delivers an excellent balance of high-density port distribution, packet forwarding speed, and network scaling options.Â
Key Features and Capabilities
High Density Gigabit Routing and Switching Performance
The S380-S8T2T features an optimized hardware engine that processes heavy corporate data loads without structural network bottlenecks. It delivers a massive layer two and layer three switching capacity of 20 Gbps alongside a total packet forwarding rate of up to 4.2 Mpps. This processing backbone handles up to 2 Gbps of aggregate firewall and forwarding throughput, providing rapid data transitions for demanding everyday internet tasks.
High Device Concurrency Management
Built to maintain completely stable network operations for growing workplaces, the gateway architecture reliably manages active states for up to 300 to 500 concurrent user terminals. The internal routing engine continuously balances processing resources, ensuring stable performance across multiple connected office computers, communication systems, and smart automation hardware.
Expanded Multi Port Interface Distribution
The physical panel layout offers versatile local routing and switching combinations across ten distinct gigabit ports. The fixed interface setup consists of two dedicated Gigabit Ethernet WAN ports for multi-provider load balancing and seven dedicated Gigabit Ethernet LAN electrical ports for high-density local hardware aggregation. It also features one flexible Gigabit Ethernet LAN/WAN combo port, which network administrators can reconfigure dynamically to serve as a third WAN link for resilient network redundancy.Â
Integrated Wireless Access Controller Functionality
To minimize hardware procurement costs, the gateway integrates built-in wireless access controller software out of the box. It manages downstream local access points seamlessly, supporting centralized network policy distribution, rapid barcode scanning configuration, and up to 16 separate virtual local area networks to isolate guest and internal enterprise departments completely.
Energy Efficient Fanless Architecture
Designed for flexible placement within silent office workspaces or guest environments, the gateway utilizes a passive cooling architecture requiring zero internal fans. This structural design ensures noise-free operation while eliminating fan failure issues. The unit is power efficient, maintaining a low internal power draw while relying on an external 12 Volt DC electrical power adapter.
Comprehensive Cloud Management and O and M
As an integral component of the Huawei eKit ecosystem, the device can be provisioned and tracked remotely through a centralized cloud framework. Network administrators can execute zero-touch deployment and real-time maintenance diagnostics via an intuitive web management system or a dedicated mobile application, significantly lowering on-site technical overhead.Â
Technical Specifications
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- Device Classification: Multi-Service Corporate Edge Gateway
- Internal System Memory: 512 MB DDR4 RAM
- Flash Storage Capacity: 512 MB NAND Flash
- Maximum User Capacity: Up to 500 connected terminals
- Overall Switching Capacity: 20 Gbps total bus speed
- Packet Forwarding Rate: 4.2 Mpps
- Physical Fixed WAN Ports: 2 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45 Electrical Ports
- Physical Fixed LAN Ports: 7 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45 Electrical Ports
- Physical Flexible Ports: 1 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN/WAN Inter-switchable Port
- MAC Address Entry Table: 8K entries
- Service Port Surge Protection: Common mode up to plus or minus 4 kV
- Power Input Method: External 12 Volt DC Power Supply Adapter
- Cooling Infrastructure: Fanless natural heat dissipation
- Physical Chassis Dimensions: 35 mm x 210 mm x 130 mm
Target Deployment Scenarios
Medium Business Offices
Acts as the central network security perimeter, managing high-density office workstation demands across multiple departments while keeping internal communication channels isolated from public web threats.
Hospitality and Multi Site Retail Outlets
Powers local point-of-sale equipment, digital signage, and physical surveillance cameras through physical gigabit links while driving dedicated separate voucher networks for visiting customers.
Primary Education and Clinics
Maintains stable communication loops across classrooms or consultation rooms while enabling simple remote maintenance options for non-technical facility managers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum throughput capability of the Huawei S380-S8T2T?
The gateway delivers an overall switching capacity of 20 Gbps along with a total firewall forwarding performance of up to 2 Gbps
How many internet service provider lines can this gateway accept?
The device supports up to three WAN configurations by utilizing the two dedicated Gigabit WAN interfaces alongside the flexible LAN/WAN combo port for backup routing
Does the S380-S8T2T feature Power over Ethernet outputs?
No this specific model uses standard non-PoE electrical ports. For built-in power capabilities, consider the alternative PoE-enabled hardware variations in the same family.
Can this gateway manage wireless access points directly?
Yes the system includes integrated access controller functions to discover, configure, and monitor connected indoor access points without a standalone hardware controller.
Does the device require an enclosed server rack to dissipate heat?
No the hardware runs silently via natural airflow cooling and features a compact desktop form factor suitable for office desks or wall-mount brackets.
