{"product_id":"asustor-asw209x","title":"Asustor ASW209X Switch’nstor 9 Gen2 2.5GbE Switch","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-asustor-asw209x-copy { font-family: Inter, Arial, sans-serif; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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Eight 2.5GbE Ethernet ports connect compatible NAS systems, computers and other network devices, while a separate 10GbE SFP+ port provides a higher-speed path to suitable upstream equipment. Its fanless metal enclosure keeps the network close at hand without adding fan noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight 2.5GbE RJ45 ports with 1GbE and 100Mbps compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne SFP+ uplink supporting 10GbE, 2.5GbE and 1GbE links\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnmanaged operation with a 60Gbps switching capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFanless metal enclosure for desktop or wall mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGive Everyday Devices a Faster Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2.5GbE link can improve the connection between compatible clients and shared storage without changing every device at once. Existing gigabit devices can connect alongside faster equipment. Actual file-transfer speed still depends on the NAS drives, client hardware, cabling and workload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan the Uplink Around the Network\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the SFP+ port with a compatible transceiver, fibre connection or direct-attach cable suited to both ends. These connection components are selected separately. A faster uplink helps aggregate suitable traffic from several clients; it does not turn a 2.5GbE client port into a 10GbE connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep Setup Straightforward\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an unmanaged switch, designed for a simple wired network without a web-management console. It is suitable where straightforward connectivity matters more than configurable switching policies. It does not supply PoE power to access points, cameras or other devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for a Shared Workspace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFanless cooling and a compact metal chassis suit an office desk, media workspace or small equipment area. Desktop feet and wall-mount provision give installation flexibility. Leave the ventilation clear and use the supplied power adapter within the specified operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eASW209X suits a quiet NAS and workstation network that needs more 2.5GbE connections and a faster uplink, with simple installation and no switch-management overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-labelledby=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-faq-title\"\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-faq-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-faq\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes ASW209X provide PoE power?\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 carries network data but does not power connected devices. Use a suitable separate power supply or PoE injector where the connected equipment requires one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I connect an existing gigabit device?\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 ports support 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps and 100Mbps links. The connected device and cable determine the negotiated speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhat do I need for the SFP+ uplink?\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\u003eChoose a compatible SFP\/SFP+ module or direct-attach cable for the switch, link speed and equipment at the other end. A suitable uplink component is required separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I configure VLANs or link aggregation on the 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\u003eASW209X is unmanaged and has no configuration console. Choose a managed switch when the installation requires configurable VLANs or switch-managed link aggregation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWill it make one computer transfer files at 10Gbps?\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\u003eOnly a complete supported 10GbE path can provide that link speed. A computer on one of the 2.5GbE RJ45 ports remains limited by that port, and storage performance also affects transfers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"ace-asustor-asw209x-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eIs it suitable for a quiet office?\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 switch is fanless. Its operating range is −10°C to 50°C, with ventilation and the supplied power adapter required for normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Asustor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44876985073723,"sku":"ASW209X","price":147.29,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/files\/asustor-asw209x-switchnstor-9-gen2-25gbe-switch-4628235.png?v=1793867346","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/products\/asustor-asw209x","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}