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TRENDnet 10-Port Multi-Gig Web Smart Switch, TEG-3102WS | 8 x 2.5GBASE-T Ports, 2 x 10G SFP+ Slots, Ethernet Splitter, Metal Housing, NDAA & TAA Compliant, Lifetime Protection, Black
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TRENDnet 10-Port Multi-Gig Web Smart Switch

Bottom line: The TRENDnet 10-Port Multi-Gig Web Smart Switch: Eight 2.5GBASE-T ports run 2.5Gbps over existing Cat5e cable; main trade-off: no PoE on any of the eight 2.5G ports.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Eight 2.5GBASE-T ports run 2.5Gbps over existing Cat5e cable
  • ✓ Two 10G SFP+ slots for uplinks or NAS, 80Gbps switching capacity
  • ✓ L2+ management: 802.1Q VLAN, Voice VLAN, LACP, RSTP/MSTP, GVRP
  • ✓ Security stack includes ACL, 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, MAC/port filtering
  • ✓ NDAA and TAA compliant with lifetime protection (US/Canada)

Cons

  • ✗ No PoE on any of the eight 2.5G ports
  • ✗ SFP+ transceivers and DAC cables are sold separately
  • ✗ Web GUI management adds setup steps versus an unmanaged switch
  • ✗ Metal chassis is rack-mountable but fan and noise specs are not listed

Manufacturer description

TRENDnet’s Multi-Gigabit Web Smart Switch series offers advanced L2+ features with enhanced traffic management controls to meet the evolving demands of today’s SMB networks. These rack-mountable IPv6-ready managed switches each come with an intuitive web-based interface. Advanced managed switch features include LACP to increase bandwidth between switches by grouping ports together, VLANs for segmenting and isolating virtual LAN groups, QoS for traffic prioritization, port bandwidth controls, and SNMP monitoring, making these 2.5G managed switches with 10G SFP+ slots powerful solutions for…

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Key Features

  • DEVICE INTERFACE: 8 x 2.5GBASE-T ports (1Gbps/2.5Gbps); 2 x 10G SFP plus Slots; LED Indicators; Metal Housing; 2.5G PORTS: This 10 Port Multi-Gig Ethernet switch is equipped with eight 2.5GBASE-T RJ-45 ports that provide multi-gigabit speeds capable of up to 2.5Gbps over existing Cat5e or better cabling
  • LIFETIME PROTECTION -We stand by the quality of our products. The TEG-3102WS 10-Port Multi-Gig Web Smart Switchis secured with Lifetime Manufacturer Protection from TRENDnet. (U.S. and Canada Only)
  • NDAA + TAA COMPLIANT: With our NDAA and TAA compliant network switches, you can plan and install networking solutions that Government customers demand today (U.S. and Canada Only)
  • RELIABLE TECH SUPPORT: Our team of advisors, support and tech experts are English speaking, and available for all your needs during normal business hours. We take pride in being there for our customers.
  • EASY INSTALLATION: No configuration needed, simply connect network devices to the Gigabit Ethernet switch;
  • SFP plus SLOTS: The managed switch offers two 10G SFP plus slots for high-speed network connections providing a cost-effective solution in adding 10G link capability; TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT: A broad range of network configurations are supported by: 802.3ad link aggregation, Asymmetric VLAN, 802.1Q VLAN, Voice VLAN, RSTP, MSTP, Loopback Detection, GVRP, 802.1p Class of Service (CoS), port bandwidth management, and QoS queue scheduling

Full Specifications

BrandTRENDnet
ColorBlack
Weight10g
Voltage12 volts_of_direct_current
PlatformNot Machine Specific
InterfaceSFP
Unit Count1 Count
Switch TypeManaged
Model NumberTEG-3102WS
CompatibilitySwitch, Mac
ACCESS CONTROLFeatures such as ACL, SSL, MAC/port filtering, 802.1X, TACACS plus , and RADIUS are compatible with layered access controls
Built-In MediaPower adapter (12V 1.5A), Quick Installation Guide, Rackmount kit, TEG-3102WS
Mfr Part NumberTEG-3102WS
Number of Items1
Number of Ports10
Number of Layers1
EASY INSTALLATIONNo configuration needed, simply connect network devices to the Gigabit Ethernet switch;
Case Material TypeMetal
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Data Transfer Rate2.5 gigabits_per_second
Full listing titleTRENDnet 10-Port Multi-Gig Web Smart Switch, TEG-3102WS | 8 x 2.5GBASE-T Ports, 2 x 10G SFP+ Slots, Ethernet Splitter, Metal Housing, NDAA & TAA Compliant, Lifetime Protection, Black

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