QNAP QSW-M3216R-8S8T 16-Port 10GbE Managed Switch

More 10GbE Connections in a Compact Rack Footprint Connect copper and fibre-based equipment without committing the entire network to one interface. The QNAP QSW-M3216R-8S8T combines eight multi-gigabit RJ45 ports with eight SFP+ ports, bringing sixteen 10GbE connections and practical Layer 2 management to a compact half-width rackmount switch. Highlights Sixteen Independent Data Ports Eight RJ45 and eight SFP+ connections can be used together. 320Gbps switching capacity supports a high-speed storage and workstation network. Manage Traffic with Confidence QSS provides browser-based port configuration, VLANs and traffic prioritisation. RSTP, LACP and ACL controls support a structured business network. Use Rack Space Efficiently A half-width chassis suits a compact installation. Two compatible half-width switches can share 1U using the required optional joining kit. Key Features Copper and SFP+ in One Switching Platform The eight RJ45 ports accommodate 10GbE, 5GbE, 2.5GbE, Gigabit and 100Mbps devices. Eight SFP+ ports support 10GbE and 1GbE links using suitable transceivers or direct-attach cables. These are separate connections, giving flexibility when a storage network combines copper workstations with SFP+ uplinks. A Clearer View of Network Traffic QSS presents port information and configuration through a browser interface. VLANs help separate teams or services, and QoS prioritises selected traffic. IP/MAC access control lists provide an additional way to control communication as part of a properly designed network. Resilience and Aggregate Bandwidth RSTP supports loop-aware network topologies, while LACP can combine suitable links between compatible equipment. The benefit depends on both ends and the traffic pattern. Aggregate bandwidth across several connections should not be confused with the speed of one individual file transfer. Support for Multicast Applications IGMP snooping v2, VLAN controls and QoS are useful when carrying planned multicast services such as AV-over-IP. The switch gives administrators tools to direct and prioritise traffic instead of relying on an unmanaged network for every workload. Compact Installation with Separate Management The half-width chassis can sit within a space-conscious installation or be rack-mounted. A separate Gigabit management port and RJ45 console leave the sixteen high-speed data connections available for the network. Installing two compatible half-width switches in one rack unit requires the optional SP-EAR-QSW2FOR1-01 kit. Maintain the Network as It Grows Controlled fans, status indicators and live or manual firmware updates support day-to-day operation. SNMP and supported AMIZcloud monitoring can integrate with a wider management arrangement. The switch includes a power cord and rackmount kit, with a two-year warranty. Summary The QSW-M3216R-8S8T suits businesses that need more 10GbE connections across both copper and SFP+ equipment without using a full-width chassis for each switch. It brings useful segmentation, monitoring and resilience controls to a fast storage or workstation network. Are the RJ45 and SFP+ ports shared combo connections?ExpandCollapse No. There are eight RJ45 data ports and eight SFP+ data ports, giving sixteen independent connections. A separate Gigabit management port is provided in addition to those sixteen. Which link speeds can each port type use?ExpandCollapse The RJ45 data ports support 10GbE, 5GbE, 2.5GbE, 1GbE and 100Mbps. The SFP+ ports support 10GbE and 1GbE, subject to suitable compatible modules or cables. Do not assume 2.5GbE or 5GbE support on the SFP+ ports. Does it provide power to an access point or camera?ExpandCollapse No. This is a non-PoE switch. An access point, camera or other device requiring PoE needs an appropriate injector or a separate PoE switch. Can two switches share one rack unit?ExpandCollapse Two compatible half-width switches can be installed together in 1U. This dual-switch arrangement requires the optional SP-EAR-QSW2FOR1-01 rackmount kit; the normal included rackmount kit does not remove that requirement. Will LACP double the speed of one file transfer?ExpandCollapse Not automatically. LACP combines supported links for aggregate capacity and resilience across suitable traffic flows. Both endpoints must support the configuration, and the distribution of an individual connection depends on their aggregation behaviour. Are fibre transceivers and DAC cables included?ExpandCollapse They are not listed in the standard package. The switch, power cord, rackmount kit and quick installation guide are included. Select compatible transceivers, fibre leads, DAC cables or copper network cables for the intended links. Read more