QNAP QSW-M2108R-2C network switch Managed L2 2.5G Ethernet (100/1000/2500) Power over Ethernet (PoE) Black

<b>Entry-level 10GbE and 2.5GbE Layer 2 Web Managed Half-Width Rackmount Switch for Small Businesses</b><br>The QSW-M2108R-2C is a Layer 2 Web Managed Switch with two 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo ports and eight 2.5 Gigabit ports. Supporting Layer 2 switching and network management via a user-friendly web user interface, the QSW-M2108R-2C offers flexible deployment in hybrid high-speed network environments and provides an entry-level network management solution. With a half-width design, two QSW-M2108R-2C can be installed in a 1U rack space for space-saving. The QSW-M2108R-2C is compatible with 10GbE and NBASE-T technologies, supporting up to five speeds (10G / 5G / 2.5G / 1G / 100M) to provide higher transmission speeds when using existing Cat 5e and 6a cables.<br><br><b>Half-width design, 2 models in 1U</b><br>With a half-width rackmount design, two QSW-M2108R-2C can be installed in a 1U rack space for efficient physical space utilization and tidy cabling.<br><br><b>Flexible deployment with multiple 10G SFP+ fiber and Gigabit ports</b><br>The QSW-M2108R-2C provides two 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo ports and eight 2.5 Gigabit ports for connecting various devices and enabling hybrid high-speed networks. With SFP+ interfaces, Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables can be used for connecting directly to SFP+ devices. You can also use RJ45 ports to connect 10GBASE-T/NBASE-T™ devices through RJ45 Category 6 (or better) cabling. The switching capacity of the QSW-M2108-2C is 80Gbps, guaranteeing the full potential of each port.<br><br><b>Flexible deployment combo ports and 10GbE / NBASE-T</b><br>The QSW-M2108R-2C is compatible with 10GbE and NBASE-T technologies to support five speeds (10G / 5G / 2.5G / 1G / 100M) using existing Cat 5e and Cat 6a cables. The SFP+/RJ45 (copper) combo ports provide higher transmission speeds with existing cables. Depending on cable type and lengths, different speeds can be achieved for faster, more efficient data transfer.<br><br><b>Fully embrace High-Speed Networking with QNAP!</b><br>QNAP offers comprehensive, budget-friendly storage and networking solutions that provide an array of connectivity possibilities. Easily and flexibly upgrade your workplace or home network now to handle bandwidth-hungry applications.<br><br><b>A fast NAS</b><br>A QNAP NAS with multiple 2.5GbE ports and Port Trunking allows you to combine multiple ports for greater bandwidth potential.<br><br><b>Upgrade desktops and servers</b><br>Servers and desktops can install QNAP PCIe network cards that support 10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M Multi-Gig<br><br><b>Add a 5GbE port to laptops</b><br>Laptops and upgrade-limited computers can use the portable QNAP USB 3.2 Gen 1 to 5GbE adapter that allows you to connect to 5G/2.5G/1G/100M networks via USB.<br><br><b>QSS: Intuitive Network Management Software</b><br>The QNAP Switch System (QSS) features an easy-to-use Web GUI with value-added functions to simplify network set up and management.<br><br><b>Sleek Design</b><br>Use the at-a-glance major functions, flat control layers and one-click login to simplify set up and management.<br><br><b>GUI</b><br>The visual illustration matches physical ports for greater usability.<br><br><b>Value-added</b><br>With the settings guide, status chart reference, online firmware update, learning and management costs are greatly reduced.<br><br><b>QSS: Human-centered settings guide</b><br>QSS provides an overview dashboard, port management and setting guide to help administrators control Layer 2 networks.<br><br><b>Optimize Network Performance with bandwidth and packet control</b><br>The QSW-M2108R-2C provides bandwidth and packet control functions (such as LACP, VLAN, QoS, and IGMP Snooping) to boost network performance through IP grouping and bandwidth management.<br><br><b>LACP</b><br>Link Aggregation (LAG) combines multiple network connections to increase throughput and protect against connection failure.<br><br><b>VLAN</b><br>Virtual Networks (VLAN) allows groups of devices from different networks to be combined into a single network.<br><br><b>QoS</b><br>QoS (Quality of Service) helps prioritize bandwidth usage to optimize network resource allocation.<br><br><b>IGMP Snooping</b><br>IGMP snooping assists in minimizing bandwidth loss and preventing network information leakage.<br><br><b>Powerful security and system functions</b><br>The QSW-M2108R-2C has powerful security and system functions (including ACL, LLDP, RSTP and Flow Control) to help administrators enhance network reliability using access controls, troubleshooting, loop prevention and avoiding packet loss.<br><br><b>ACL</b><br>- Access controls<br>- Security system<br><br><b>LLDP</b><br>- Device disclosure<br>- Troubleshooting<br><br><b>RSTP</b><br>- Loop prevention<br>- Backup path<br><br><b>Flow Control</b><br>- Balance speed<br>- Jam prevention<br><br><b>Dependable performance with effective heat dissipation</b><br>With a compact metal body, the QSW-M2108R-2C provides stable and reliable operations while staying near-silent even when under full load. The front-panel LEDs also assist in viewing the current system status.QNAP QSW-M2108R-2C. Switch type: Managed, Switch layer: L2. Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports type: 2.5G Ethernet (100/1000/2500), Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 8, Console port: RJ-45. Full duplex. MAC address table: 16000 entries, Switching capacity: 80 Gbit/s. Networking standards: IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE… Power over Ethernet (PoE). Rack mounting