QNAP QSW-M3216R-8S8T 16-Port 10GbE Managed Switch
High-Density 10GbE Managed Switch for Advanced SMB Networks
A Compact and Efficient Solution for High-Speed Networking in SMB/SOHO Environments
QNAP QSW-M3216R-8S8T is a specialized Layer 2 Web Managed Switch tailored for small to medium-sized businesses and SOHO environments requiring high-speed network capabilities. This half-width rackmount switch offers a blend of performance and space efficiency, perfect for modern network demands.
Key Features
- 16-Port 10GbE Connectivity: Equipped with eight 10GbE RJ45 ports and eight 10GbE SFP+ fiber ports, ensuring versatile high-speed connections for various network needs.
- User-Friendly Management Interface: The QNAP Switch System (QSS) provides an easy-to-use web UI with an overview dashboard, port management, and a settings guide, making network management accessible and intuitive.
- Layer 2 Network Management: Offers comprehensive Layer 2 features such as LACP, VLAN, ACL, and LLDP, allowing for efficient bandwidth control and enhanced network security.
- Supports RSTP Protocol: Ideal for deploying resilient network architectures that support expansion, redundancy, and loop prevention.
- Flow Control for Reliable Data Transfer: Implements IEEE802.3x Flow Control in full-duplex mode to prevent packet loss and ensure smooth network operation.
- Efficient Space Utilization: Its half-width design allows for the installation of two units in a single 1U rack space, maximizing physical space utilization in server rooms.
- Optimized Network Performance: Features bandwidth and packet control functions (LACP, VLAN, QoS, IGMP Snooping) to enhance network efficiency and performance.
- Robust Security Functions: Includes ACL, LLDP, RSTP, and Flow Control for secure and reliable network operations.
- Effective Heat Dissipation: A compact metal body ensures stable and reliable operations, even under full load, thanks to optimized cooling performance.
- QSS: Intuitive Network Management Software: Simplifies network setup and management with a user-friendly Web GUI, reducing learning and management costs.
Summary
QNAP QSW-M3216R-8S8T is a powerful and compact solution for businesses looking to upgrade to a high-speed 10GbE network infrastructure. Its combination of SFP+ fiber and RJ45 ports, along with user-friendly network management features, makes it an ideal choice for SMBs and SOHO environments aiming to optimize their network for tasks such as virtualization, large-file transfers, and multimedia applications. The switch’s design is focused on maximizing space efficiency while providing reliable and high-quality performance, making it a strategic choice for modern, bandwidth-intensive networking requirements.
