Managed Switches for Professional-Grade Networking
If you’re looking to take full control of your network, Managed Switches are the right choice. Unlike basic unmanaged Ethernet switches, a managed network switch gives you the ability to monitor traffic, configure VLANs, implement QoS, and improve overall network performance.
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Key Features:
| Brand | Cisco |
| Type | Network Switch - Managed |
| Ports | 48 |
| Switch layer | L2 |
| Power consumption | 740 W |
| Ports type | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | Yes |
| GMP snooping | Yes |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1ab, IEEE 802.1ad, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1w |
| VLAN support | Yes |
| Spanning tree protocol | Yes |
| Port mirroring | Yes |
| Number of VLANs | 4095 |
| Broadcast storm control | Yes |
| Auto MDI/MDI-X | Yes |
| VLAN support | Yes |
| Number of VLANs | 4095 |
| Number of VLANs | 4095 |
| MAC address table | 32000 entries |
| Switching capacity | 176 Gbit/s |
| Number of queues | 8 |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 320555 h |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
| Form factor | 1U |
| Product colour | Grey |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 320555 h |
| Rack mounting | Yes |
| SFP+ module slots quantity | 4 |
| Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity | 48 |
| Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports type | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| IGMP snooping | Yes |
| Access Control List (ACL) | Yes |
| DHCP features | DHCP server, DHCP client |
| Multicast support | Yes |
| Form factor | 1U |
| Product colour | Grey |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Rack mounting | Yes |
| Power consumption (max) | 882 W |
| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 47/63 Hz |
| Power consumption (typical) | 54 W |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | Yes |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% |
| Width | 484.6 mm |
| Depth | 340 mm |
| Height | 43.8 mm |
| Weight | 4.37 kg |
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Why Choose a Managed Switch?
Managed switches are ideal for business networks where security, scalability, and performance are top priorities. Whether you're setting up a large office, school, or data center, a managed solution provides deeper control over your infrastructure compared to an unmanaged switch.
With support for Gigabit Ethernet, managed switches ensure fast, uninterrupted data transfer—perfect for streaming, VoIP, and transferring large files across multiple devices.
Wide Range of Port Options
We stock managed switches in various port configurations to suit different environments:
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8 port managed switches – Great for small teams or edge networking
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16 port switches – A balanced solution for growing networks
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24 port managed switches – Suitable for mid-sized organizations
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48 port managed switches – Built for enterprise-level infrastructure
Looking to power devices over Ethernet? Opt for a managed PoE network switch, combining advanced management features with built-in power delivery for IP phones, access points, or cameras.
Trusted Brands and Compatibility
From enterprise-grade models to small business solutions, we offer top-quality switches, including options like TP-Link managed switches and others. Our selection is designed to support your current needs while allowing easy scalability for future expansion.
FAQs – Managed Network Switches
Managed switches offer greater control, monitoring, and configuration capabilities, while unmanaged switches are plug-and-play with no advanced features.
If you're running devices like IP cameras, VoIP phones, or access points, a managed PoE network switch can simplify installation and offer better control over power and data usage.
Yes. If you need advanced control, better traffic handling, or are running a smart home setup, a managed switch can enhance performance and reliability.
It depends on the number of devices you're connecting. 8, 16, 24, and 48 port switches are available to suit various network sizes.