Network switches & Wi-Fi equipment, factory-direct from Shenzhen
Shenzhen builds a large share of the world's networking hardware, including the OEM lines behind many Western-branded switches and access points. Ériu Sourcing buys direct for IT resellers, MSPs and network contractors worldwide: managed switches, PoE, routers and Wi-Fi 6 APs at factory pricing.
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- Guangdong Manufacturing region
- 4–6 weeks production Production lead time
- EN + CE Compliance verified at factory
Guangdong (Shenzhen networking cluster)
The Shenzhen networking cluster supplies switching, routing and wireless hardware to global brands and white-label buyers alike. Direct factory access means a reseller buys at the price the European distributor pays, with the same chipsets (Realtek, Broadcom, Qualcomm) and standards support.
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- IT resellers and value-added resellers (VARs)
- Managed service providers (MSPs)
- Structured-cabling and network contractors
- Data-centre and office fit-out firms
- WISPs and regional internet providers
Technical specification
The typical range we source. Send your own spec and we match factories to it, then confirm every figure on the sample before you order.
| Switch types | Unmanaged, smart/web-managed, L2+ and L3 managed |
|---|---|
| Port counts | 5–48 ports, Gigabit and 2.5G/10G multi-gig options |
| PoE | 802.3af/at/bt; per-port and total PoE budget specifiable |
| Uplinks | 1G/10G SFP/SFP+ fibre uplinks; stacking on managed models |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Wi-Fi 6E access points; controller/cloud-managed |
| Form factor | Desktop, wall-mount and 19" rack-mount; fanless options |
What we verify at the factory, before the container is sealed
Goods that fail compliance or pre-shipment QC stay in China at the factory's cost, you do not pay freight on non-compliant product.
Ask about compliance documentation →- RED 2014/53/EU, for Wi-Fi access points and wireless routers
- LVD 2014/35/EU and EMC 2014/30/EU
- RoHS 2011/65/EU
- CE marking + EU Declaration of Conformity
- Most networking hardware is 0% import duty under the WTO Information Technology Agreement
- Selling outside the EU? We match the paperwork to your market: CE or UKCA plus PSTI for the UK, FCC for the US, ISED for Canada, RCM for Australia, TDRA for the UAE, and ICASA or NRCS for South Africa
What this lands at, delivered to you
Switches, routers and access points bought factory-direct from Shenzhen typically land 40–55% below IT-trade distributor pricing for equivalent specification. Networking equipment under HS 8517 is generally duty free in markets that apply the WTO Information Technology Agreement, including the EU, the UK, the US and Canada; import VAT or GST is added at your local rate. A full landed cost is provided at quote stage.
Lead time and logistics
Lead time: 4–6 weeks production + 4–5 weeks sea freight (Shenzhen/Yantian to your port).
Network hardware ships cartonised and palletised; rack equipment is foam-protected. Air freight suits urgent low-volume orders. Ériu Sourcing verifies firmware, management-platform support and EU compliance at the factory before shipment.
Import rules for where you sell
Tax, duty and certification differ by country. Each market page sets out what applies, with sources, and how we check it before you pay.
Electronics, sourcing questions answered
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Is networking equipment from China duty free?
In most major markets, yes: switches, routers and access points under HS 8517 are generally 0% in markets that apply the WTO Information Technology Agreement, including the EU, the UK, the US and Canada. Import VAT or GST still applies at your local rate. We confirm the precise code and rate for your product mix before you commit.
Can the equipment be supplied with our branding or a specific management platform?
Yes. The Shenzhen OEM ecosystem supports white-label branding and, on managed/cloud lines, custom or co-branded management platforms. MOQs are higher for custom firmware/branding, we confirm them for your specification at quote stage.
Are the wireless access points compliant for my market?
For the EU we verify an EU Declaration of Conformity covering the Radio Equipment Directive, LVD, EMC and RoHS. For other markets we check the equivalent radio approval: UKCA or CE in Great Britain, FCC in the US, ISED in Canada, RCM in Australia and TDRA in the UAE. We obtain manufacturer documentation, not a third-party "certificate" with no legal standing.
What lead time and minimum order should I plan for?
Typical lead time is 4–6 weeks production plus 4–5 weeks sea freight to your port. Minimum order varies by product and whether branding is customised; a mixed pallet/part-container is a common first order. We quote the exact MOQ for your spec.
Get factory-direct pricing on network switches & Wi-Fi equipment
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