Netgear Prosafe Xs728t Ethernet Switch

You can elevate your business network's efficiency and performance with the ProSAFE XS728T 24-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet Smart Managed Switch by Netgear, a reliable and high-performance solution tailored for small to medium-sized business environments. This advanced switch boasts 24 10GBase-T copper ports that are engineered to support a variety of cable types: Cat5/Cat5E for Gigabit speeds, Cat 6 for 10 Gigabit connectivity up to 98.4 feet, and Cat 6A or Cat7 for distances up to 328.1 feet, ensuring versatile and durable network infrastructure.

With its efficient auto-negotiation feature, the ProSAFE XS728T allows for seamless integration and upgrading of network equipment, facilitating a smooth transition to higher speeds without the need to replace all devices simultaneously. This feature underscores the switch's adaptability and future-proof design, making it a smart investment for growing businesses.

In addition to the copper ports, the switch includes 4 dedicated SFP+ ports, providing 10G fiber links for high-speed uplinking capabilities. These ports enable connections to 10G-capable core or aggregation switches, offering efficient network expansion and advanced traffic management options.

Designed for both desktop and rackmount setups, the ProSAFE XS728T is housed in a sturdy 1U form factor with an internal power supply and two fans to ensure consistent performance and optimal cooling. The switch also supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) standard 802.3af, allowing it to supply power to PoE-enabled devices such as IP cameras and VoIP phones, further enhancing its utility in a modern office setting.

Managing this enterprise-grade managed switch is made effortless with its user-friendly web-based interface, granting access to a comprehensive set of Layer 2 features. These features include VLAN support for network segmentation and Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization, which are essential for maintaining high throughput and network efficiency in demanding business applications.

With a robust throughput capacity of 80Gbps, the ProSAFE XS728T stands out as an efficient and advanced networking solution, capable of handling the high data transfer demands of large organizations. Its active-active PoE capability ensures multiple devices can be powered simultaneously, making it a versatile and essential component of any Ethernet network infrastructure.