This Allied Telesis CentreCom GS980MX/52PSM Layer 3 Switch is perfect for enterprise networks, data centers, and campus environments who need high-performance switching with advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities and comprehensive PoE+ power delivery. Our GS980MX/52PSM delivers:
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48-port PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet providing power and connectivity for IP phones, wireless access points, and IoT devices
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4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks enabling high-speed fiber connectivity for backbone and inter-switch connections
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Layer 3 routing capabilities with advanced protocols including OSPF, BGP, and static routing
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Stackable architecture supporting up to 8 units for scalable network expansion
Key Features
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48 x Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports delivering up to 30W per port for powered device support
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4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed backbone connectivity and fiber connections
- Advanced Layer 3 routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, VRRP, and multicast routing
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Stackable design with virtual chassis technology for simplified management
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Comprehensive security features including ACLs, port security, and network access control
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Energy-efficient operation with intelligent power management and EEE support
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Allied Telesis |
| Model Number |
GS980MX/52PSM |
| Type |
Layer 3 Managed PoE+ Switch |
| Port Configuration |
48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ + 4 x 10G SFP+ |
| PoE Budget |
740W total PoE+ power budget |
| Layer Support |
Layer 2 and Layer 3 with advanced routing |
| Switching Capacity |
176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
130.95 Mpps |
| Routing Protocols |
OSPF, BGP, RIP, VRRP, static routing |
| Stacking |
Up to 8 units in virtual chassis |
| Management |
Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, Allied Telesis Management Framework |
| Compatible Systems |
Enterprise networks, data centers, campus environments |
Target Use Cases
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Enterprise campus networks requiring high-density PoE+ for wireless infrastructure
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Data center access layers with high-speed uplinks to distribution switches
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IP telephony deployments powering large numbers of VoIP phones and conference systems
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Wireless network infrastructure providing power and connectivity for access points
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IoT device networks supporting powered sensors, cameras, and smart building systems
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What routing protocols does this Layer 3 switch support?
A: This Layer 3 switch supports comprehensive routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, RIP, VRRP, and static routing, making it ideal for complex enterprise networks requiring advanced inter-VLAN routing and WAN connectivity.
Q: How much PoE+ power can this switch deliver?
A: The 48-port PoE switch provides a total PoE+ budget of 740W, delivering up to 30W per port to power demanding devices like high-power wireless access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones.
Q: Can multiple switches be stacked together?
A: Yes. This stackable switch supports virtual chassis technology, allowing up to 8 units to be stacked and managed as a single logical device, providing scalable port density and simplified management.
Q: What are the high-speed uplink options?
A: The switch features 4 x 10G SFP+ ports for high-speed uplinks, supporting both fiber and copper 10G connections for backbone connectivity to distribution switches or fiber ethernet switches in the network core.
Allied Telesis GS980MX/52PSM Layer 3 switch with 48-port PoE+ and 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks. Stackable managed switch for enterprise networks.
