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The QNAP QSW-M3212R-8S4T brings eight SFP+ ports and four multi-gigabit RJ45 ports into a half-width managed switch, helping a storage, workstation or AV network move beyond Gigabit without demanding a full-width chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible High-Speed Connections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight SFP+ and four RJ45 data ports provide twelve independent 10GbE links.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e240Gbps switching capacity with 120Gbps non-blocking throughput.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUseful Layer 2 Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQSS provides a browser interface for VLAN, QoS and port management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLACP, RSTP and ACL controls support a better organised network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Smaller Rack Footprint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf-width rackmount design for space-conscious installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate management and console ports keep data connections available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Copper or SFP+ to Suit Each Link\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight SFP+ connections support suitable 10GbE or 1GbE optics and direct-attach cables. Four RJ45 ports negotiate 10GbE, 5GbE, 2.5GbE, Gigabit or 100Mbps. None of these twelve data connections is a shared combo port, so copper devices and SFP+ links can operate together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManage a Shared Network through QSS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe browser interface lets administrators review port status, configure connections and organise traffic. VLANs separate services or user groups, while QoS controls help prioritise important workloads. Access control lists can filter by IP or MAC address as part of the network policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan Redundant Paths and Multiple Links\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRSTP helps prevent switching loops in an appropriate topology. LACP supports aggregation between compatible endpoints for resilience and aggregate throughput across traffic flows. A well-designed configuration matters more than simply connecting extra cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrepare for Multicast and Media Workloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIGMP snooping v2, VLANs and traffic prioritisation are useful building blocks for AV-over-IP and other managed multicast applications. Combined with suitable endpoints and network design, they give more control over bandwidth than an unmanaged switching arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep the Installation Tidy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact enclosure occupies half the width of a conventional rack switch. Two compatible half-width models can share one rack unit when fitted with the optional SP-EAR-QSW2FOR1-01 kit. The dedicated Gigabit management connection and RJ45 console provide administration access without using the twelve high-speed data ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintain a Practical Business Network\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControlled cooling, port statistics and firmware update tools support routine maintenance. SNMP and supported AMIZcloud monitoring can fit broader management workflows. The standard package includes a power cord, rackmount kit and quick installation guide, and the switch has a two-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QSW-M3212R-8S4T is a considered choice when a network needs several SFP+ links alongside a smaller number of multi-gigabit copper devices. Its compact chassis and Layer 2 controls suit managed storage, creative work and business connectivity where flexibility and rack space both matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eHow many data ports are available at the same time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll twelve data ports can be used: eight SFP+ connections and four RJ45 connections. The additional Gigabit management port is dedicated to administration and is not part of that twelve-port count.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan the RJ45 ports connect to a 2.5GbE NAS?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The RJ45 data ports support 10GbE, 5GbE, 2.5GbE, 1GbE and 100Mbps. The negotiated speed depends on the connected device and cabling. The SFP+ ports have their own supported 10GbE\/1GbE link options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eIs this a PoE switch?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It provides Ethernet data connections without PoE output. Use a suitable PoE injector or PoE switch for equipment that needs network-delivered power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhat is required to fit two switches in 1U?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe optional SP-EAR-QSW2FOR1-01 kit is required to join two compatible half-width switches in one rack unit. Check the intended pair and rack installation rather than assuming any two small switches can be joined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes this replace a router or firewall?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a Layer 2 managed switch. VLAN, QoS, ACL, LACP and RSTP provide switching controls, but Internet routing and firewall protection still require the appropriate device and network configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich network cables should I prepare?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse suitable compatible SFP+ transceivers with fibre, or a supported DAC cable, for SFP+ connections. For copper 10GbE, select cabling suitable for the required distance, such as Cat 6a. These network cables and optical modules are separate from the standard switch package.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"QNAP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41612399738939,"sku":"QSW-M3212R-8S4T","price":914.42,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/files\/qnap-qsw-m3212r-8s4t-official-27.png?v=1793551374","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/ko\/products\/qnap-qsw-m3212r-8s4t","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}