Description
Yealink RCH240 Dubai 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed AV Switch for Meeting Rooms
The AV Switch Behind Serious Yealink Meeting Rooms
The Yealink RCH240 is a 24-port L2+ web-managed AV switch built for high-density Yealink meeting room, Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms and Pro AV deployments in Dubai. Instead of hanging cameras, audio processors, control panels and AVoIP encoders from a generic office switch, the RCH240 gives your AV rack 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports, a 370W PoE budget, 4 SFP fibre uplinks, multicast optimisation and support for Yealink AV protocols, Dante and AES67. For boardrooms, divisible training rooms, hotel meeting venues and enterprise AV floors, this is the switch that keeps the room clean, powered and predictable.
Platform Check: The RCH240 Is Network Infrastructure, Not a Teams Phone
The RCH240 does not register to Microsoft Teams, Zoom Phone, 3CX or a SIP PBX by itself. It is the managed AV network switch that powers and connects Yealink room devices. The buyer error is ordering “a Teams switch” or “a Zoom switch” without checking the room kit around it. The switch can sit inside a Teams Room, Zoom Room or SIP/AVoIP environment, but certification belongs to the room system, camera, controller or endpoint — not to the Ethernet switch.
| Your Platform | Right Role for RCH240 | What You Need |
|---|---|---|
| Yealink AV over IP / Pro AV | RCH240 as the dedicated AV switch | PoE budget plan, VLAN plan, multicast settings and device map |
| Microsoft Teams Rooms | RCH240 powers/connects the Yealink MTR room devices | Teams-certified Yealink room kit, M365 tenant and Teams Rooms licence |
| Zoom Rooms | RCH240 supports the room network and AV endpoints | Zoom-certified Yealink room kit and Zoom Rooms licence |
| Dante / AES67 audio | RCH240 carries networked audio traffic with AV-aware controls | Correct VLAN, QoS and multicast design before installation |
PoE Truth: 370W Budget Does Not Mean Unlimited Power
The RCH240 has an internal power supply and a 370W PoE budget across its 24 PoE+ ports. Each powered endpoint still has its own draw, so the room must be planned before dispatch. A few cameras, control panels and audio devices are easy; a full divisible room with multiple encoders, decoders, ceiling audio and control points needs a proper PoE budget calculation. Vector Digital Systems checks the device list, confirms port allocation and stages the switch before delivery so the AV rack is not under-powered on installation day.
Why a Dedicated AV Switch Beats a Generic Office Switch
Modern Yealink meeting rooms carry more than normal office traffic. Video streams, Dante or AES67 audio, camera control, touch-panel traffic and management access can all hit the network at the same time. The RCH240 is designed for that environment: VLAN segmentation keeps AV isolated, QoS prioritises real-time media, IGMP Snooping and Fast Leave help control multicast traffic, and 4 SFP uplinks give the AV rack a clean path back to the core switch or IT room.
RCH240 in the Yealink AV Switch Range — Where It Sits
The RCH240 is the high-capacity model for larger Yealink room systems and Pro AV deployments. The smaller RCH80 suits compact rooms with fewer PoE endpoints, while the RCH240 is the correct choice when a boardroom, training suite, executive floor or multi-camera AV over IP design needs 24 powered Gigabit ports and fibre uplinks. For very large venues, multiple RCH240 switches can be planned as a cascaded AV network rather than overloading one rack.
| Feature | RCH80 | RCH240 ★ | Cascaded RCH240 Design |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Small room AV rack | Large meeting room or AV floor | Divisible halls, training centres, multi-room AV |
| RJ45 PoE ports | 8-port class | 24× Gigabit PoE+ | Multiple 24-port switch blocks |
| Fibre uplinks | 2 SFP class | 4× SFP | Planned uplink / cascade topology |
| PoE budget | For compact endpoint counts | 370W total PoE budget | Distributed across racks or rooms |
| Management | Web-managed AV switch | L2+ web-managed AV switch | Documented multi-switch configuration |
| AV protocols | Yealink AV, Dante, AES67 | Yealink AV, Dante, AES67 | Room-by-room traffic design |
| Price tier | Lower | Mid/high AV infrastructure | Project design |
| Choose if… | You have a compact room with a small Yealink AV endpoint count | You need one serious 24-port AV switch for a boardroom, training room or AV rack | You are building a multi-room or divisible-venue AV network |
Where the RCH240 Works in Dubai
DIFC and Business Bay boardrooms. Executive meeting rooms now combine Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, ceiling audio, control panels and multiple cameras. The RCH240 gives the AV rack a dedicated PoE+ switch with enough ports and power headroom for clean expansion instead of patching critical room devices into a shared office switch.
Hotels and conference venues. Dubai hotel meeting spaces in Deira, Downtown and Dubai Marina often need movable room layouts, multiple audio zones and AV support for events. A planned RCH240 deployment keeps endpoint power, multicast control and fibre uplinks documented for the AV team before the first event starts.
Training rooms and enterprise floors. DMCC, JAFZA and Dubai Silicon Oasis offices building multi-room collaboration floors need reliable AV switching that IT can manage. VLAN, QoS, DHCP, access control and 802.1x support make the RCH240 easier to justify to both the AV contractor and the network security team.
AV over IP projects using Yealink EN300 / DE300. When the room design includes Yealink AVoIP encoders and decoders, a generic switch is a false economy. The RCH240 is optimised for Yealink AV protocols and high-bandwidth AV traffic, with 24 PoE+ access ports and 4 SFP uplinks for rack-to-core or room-to-room design.
Full Technical Specifications
| Specification | Yealink RCH240 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | 24-port L2+ web-based managed AV switch |
| RJ45 Ports | 24× Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports |
| Fibre Uplinks | 4× Gigabit SFP uplink ports |
| PoE Standard | PoE+ / IEEE 802.3at class power delivery on RJ45 ports |
| Total PoE Budget | 370W total PoE power budget |
| Switching Capacity | 56Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 42Mpps |
| AV Protocol Support | Yealink AV protocols, Dante and AES67 |
| Multicast Features | IGMP Snooping and Fast Leave for AV multicast traffic |
| Management Features | VLAN, multicast control, access control, QoS, DHCP and 802.1x authentication |
| Power Supply | Built-in power supply; 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz input |
| Cooling | Integrated cooling fans for AV rack operation |
| Chassis | Metal chassis, rack-mountable, 1U class installation |
| Dimensions | 440 × 208 × 44mm |
| Typical Connected Devices | Yealink MTR systems, cameras, Pro Audio devices, control panels, EN300 / DE300 AVoIP encoders and decoders |
| In Box | RCH240 switch, power cable, rackmount kit and console cable; confirm final contents at quote stage |
Compatible Accessories and Room-System Pairings
| Item | Model / Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| AVoIP Encoder | Yealink EN300 | Networked AV source input for Yealink AV over IP projects |
| AVoIP Decoder | Yealink DE300 | Networked AV output to display zones or room endpoints |
| Room Systems | Yealink MVC / MTR room kits | Teams Rooms deployments where the RCH240 provides room-network PoE and AV switching |
| Networked Audio | Dante / AES67 devices | Audio transport when VLAN, QoS and multicast settings are planned correctly |
| SFP Modules | Gigabit SFP optics — specified per project | Fibre uplink to IT room, core switch, AV control room or distant meeting zone |
| Rack Accessories | Rack kit, patch leads, labelled port map | Clean AV rack handover with documented port-to-device mapping |
Staging Before Dispatch — What Vector Digital Systems Configures
Vector Digital Systems stages the RCH240 before dispatch from Dubai. For project orders, David’s Yealink team confirms the connected device list, calculates PoE load, assigns port names, plans VLANs, prepares multicast behaviour, checks uplink requirements, and documents the port map for your AV contractor or IT team. When supplied with Yealink room systems, the switch is prepared as part of the room package so cameras, audio devices, controllers and AVoIP endpoints are not treated as random Ethernet devices during installation.
Export from Dubai
Vector Digital Systems exports Yealink RCH240 AV switches from Dubai to system integrators, AV contractors, telecom operators and enterprise IT buyers across the region. Common export routes include Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain in the Gulf; Jordan and Egypt for regional enterprise projects; Kenya and Tanzania for hotel and corporate AV rollouts; and Pakistan and Sri Lanka for integrator supply. Shipments are quoted FOB Dubai with commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin on request. Project quantities are quoted in AED with VAT and delivery clearly separated for UAE buyers.
Get a same-day RCH240 quote in AED
Tell David the room type, connected Yealink devices, PoE endpoint count, SFP/fibre requirement and whether the switch is for Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms or Yealink AV over IP. We quote with VAT breakdown, delivery and staging included.
Frequently Asked Questions — Yealink RCH240
What is the Yealink RCH240 used for?
The Yealink RCH240 is a 24-port L2+ web-managed AV switch for Yealink AV over IP, Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms and Pro AV deployments. It provides 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports, 4 SFP uplinks, a 370W PoE budget and AV-aware features such as multicast optimisation for meeting room networks.
Is the RCH240 a Microsoft Teams-certified device?
The RCH240 is network infrastructure, not a Teams phone or room endpoint. It can be used inside a Yealink Microsoft Teams Rooms deployment, but Teams certification applies to the room system, camera, controller or endpoint. Vector Digital Systems verifies the Teams-certified Yealink room kit before quoting the complete solution.
How many PoE devices can the RCH240 power?
The RCH240 has 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports and a 370W total PoE budget. The exact number of devices depends on the power draw of each camera, control panel, audio device or AVoIP endpoint. Vector Digital Systems calculates the PoE budget before dispatch so the room is not under-powered.
RCH80 vs RCH240 — which one should I buy?
Choose the RCH80 for compact rooms with fewer PoE endpoints. Choose the RCH240 for larger boardrooms, training rooms, AV racks and Yealink AV over IP projects that need 24 powered Gigabit ports, 4 SFP uplinks and a 370W PoE budget. For multi-room venues, David can design a cascaded RCH240 layout.
Does the RCH240 support Dante and AES67 audio?
Yes. The RCH240 supports Yealink AV protocols as well as Dante and AES67, making it suitable for professional meeting rooms and networked audio designs. VLAN, QoS and multicast settings still need to be planned correctly for reliable real-time audio performance.
Can the RCH240 be used for Yealink EN300 and DE300 AVoIP projects?
Yes. The RCH240 is designed for Yealink AV over IP environments and is suitable for Yealink EN300 encoders and DE300 decoders. It gives the project a managed PoE+ switching platform with Gigabit access ports, SFP uplinks and AV multicast controls.
Does Vector Digital Systems configure the RCH240 before delivery?
Yes. Vector Digital Systems stages the RCH240 before dispatch from Dubai by checking the connected device list, calculating PoE load, planning VLANs, preparing multicast settings, naming ports and documenting the port map for the AV contractor or IT team.
Who is the Yealink authorised supplier for the RCH240 in Dubai?
Vector Digital Systems LLC has supplied Yealink products and VoIP solutions in Dubai since 2009. David leads the Yealink specialist team for product selection, project pricing, staging, local warranty handling and export documentation for RCH240 deployments.
What is the best Yealink switch for a large meeting room in Dubai?
For a large meeting room, boardroom, training suite or AV rack, the Yealink RCH240 is the recommended switch because it provides 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports, 4 SFP uplinks and a 370W PoE budget. For a smaller room with fewer devices, the RCH80 may be enough; for multi-room venues, use a designed RCH240 cascade.
Does Vector Digital Systems export Yealink RCH240 switches from Dubai?
Yes. Vector Digital Systems exports Yealink RCH240 switches to AV contractors, system integrators and enterprise buyers in Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Shipments are quoted FOB Dubai with commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin on request.
