QSW-M2108-2C

Entry-level 10GbE and 2.5GbE Layer 2 Web Managed Switch for SMB Network Deployment

Review

QSW-M2108-2C

Features

The QSW-M2108-2C is a Layer 2 Web Managed Switch with two 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo ports and eight 2.5 Gigabit ports. Supporting Layer 2 switching and network management via a user-friendly web user interface, the QSW-M2108-2C offers flexible deployment in hybrid high-speed network environments and provides an entry-level network management solution that is usable even by non-IT professionals. The QSW-M2108-2C is compatible with 10GbE and NBASE-T technologies, supporting up to five speeds (10G / 5G / 2.5G / 1G / 100M) to provide higher transmission speeds with existing Cat 5e and 6a cables. With high performance, user-friendly management, and desktop form factor, the QSW-M2108-2C enables cost-effective upgrading to 2.5GbE or 10GbE networking while optimizing bandwidth and ensuring secure network maintenance. The QSW-M2108-2C is made in Taiwan (MIT), providing a high-quality and reliable networking solution.

10GbE connectivity
Includes two 10GbE SFP+/ RJ45 combo ports. Compatible with 10GbE and NBASE-T technologies to support five speeds (10G / 5G / 2.5G / 1G / 100M) using existing cables.
User-friendly management interface
The QNAP Switch System (QSS) is easy to use and provides an overview dashboard, port management and setting guide, making central network management intuitive.
Layer 2 network
Provides Layer 2 management features (such as LACP, VLAN, ACL and LLDP) for IT staff to efficiently control network bandwidth and enhance security.
RSTP protocol
One of the few web-managed switches that supports Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP). Easily and efficiently deploy small/medium-scale networks that support expansion, redundancy, and loop prevention.
Flow Control
Compliant with IEEE802.3x Flow Control in full-duplex mode, the QSW-M2108-2C avoids packet loss from unparalleled bandwidth.
Online OS update
QSS can be updated with just one click, helping IT staff ensure their network security.

TS-431X3 & QSW-M2108-2C

2021-04-15

Dice 5 (90 out of 100) - ITproX (Norway) (2021.04.15)

"The products are very easy to use and with very good user interfaces. The grade we have given is for the whole package, including NAS, switch and adapter. This is because we wanted to test a complete solution that QNAP recommended for us for this use."

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QSW-M2108-2C

2021-02-20

EDITOR'S FAVOURITE - Geeknetic (Spain) (2021/02/20)

"Again QNAP has created a product with excellent performance and a simple but powerful configuration interface. QSS allows all kinds of configurations and, although incomprehensibly it is only in English and Chinese languages, the concepts are quite simple and are technical words that are usually used mainly in English. All this configuration allows to adjust different parameters of the network and of the operation and functions of the switch itself as we have seen, but it is only optional, that is, the QSW-M2108-2C works automatically unattended like a normal switch if we do not want to change any configuration. The 80 Gbps of switching that it supports, 40 Gbps in total without blocking, allows it to function as a spare switch as a home switch or for a small office, and without a doubt makes it an option to consider if we want to jump to speeds for above 1 Gbps thanks to its 8 ports of 2.5 GbE and the other two 10 GbE compatible with both Ethernet cable and SFP +. In addition, options such as link aggregation groups allow you to take even more advantage of your high bandwidth with specific devices such as an advanced NAS. If the QSW-M408-4C already seemed like a groundbreaking device in terms of allowing access to multigigabit networks in home or small business environments, this QNAP QSW-M2108-2C reinforces the concept by also adding 2.5 GbE connections, and all this in a very simple to use and versatile device."

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TS-431X3 & QSW-M2108-2C

2021-04-15

Dice 5 (90 out of 100) - ITproX (Norway) (2021.04.15)

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QSW-M2108-2C

2021-02-20

EDITOR'S FAVOURITE - Geeknetic (Spain) (2021/02/20)

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Flexible deployment with multiple 10G SFP+ fiber and Multi-Gigabit ports

The QSW-M2108-2C provides two 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo ports and eight 2.5 Gigabit ports for connecting various devices and enabling hybrid high-speed networks. With SFP+ interfaces, Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables can be used for connecting directly to SFP+ devices. You can also use RJ45 ports to connect 10GBASE-T/NBASE-T™ devices through RJ45 Category 6 (or better) cabling. The switching capacity of the QSW-M2108-2C is 80Gbps, guaranteeing the full potential of each port.

Note: 10GbE SFP+ ports are backward compatible with 1GbE SFP; the RJ45 (copper) combo port supports up to five speeds (10G / 5G / 2.5G / 1G / 100M).

Flexible deployment combo ports and 10GbE / NBASE-T

The QSW-M2108-2C is compatible with 10GbE and NBASE-T technologies to support five speeds (10G / 5G / 2.5G / 1G / 100M) using existing Cat 5e and Cat 6a cables. The SFP+/RJ45 (copper) combo ports provide higher transmission speeds with existing cables. Depending on cable type and lengths, different speeds can be achieved for faster, more efficient data transfer.

Note: If the distance between the switch and the device is less than 45 meters (148 feet), a Cat 6 cable can be used to achieve 10Gb/s speeds.

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En switch, der understøtter 2,5 GbE/10 GbE
QNAP 2,5 GbE/10 GbE-switches understøtter 10 G/5 G/2,5 G/1 G/100 M og giver mulighed for tilslutning af flere arbejdsstationer og enheder og dermed for samarbejde med høj hastighed i miljøer med mange enheder.
Flere oplysninger: QNAP 10GbE-switche, 2,5 GbE switche
En hurtig NAS
Et QNAP NAS med flere 2,5 GbE/10 GbE-porte og port-trunking giver dig mulighed for at kombinere flere porte for at opnå større båndbreddepotentiale.
Flere oplysninger: QNAP 10GbE NAS-løsning, 2,5 GbE-løsning
Bemærk: Serien med administrerede switches understøtter port-trunking.
Opgrader computere og servere
Servere og desktopcomputere kan installeres med QNAP PCIe-netværkskort, som understøtter 10 G/5 G/2,5 G/1 G/100 M Multi-Gig.
Flere oplysninger: QNAP PCIe-netværkskort
Tilføj en 5 GbE/10 GbE-port til bærbare computere
Brug den bærbare QNAP USB 3.2 Gen 1 til 5 GbE-adapter eller QNAP Thunderbolt 3 til 10 GbE-adapter til at tilslutte bærbare computere og ikke-opgraderbare computere til 5 G/2,5 G/1 G/100 M-netværk.
Flere oplysninger: QNAP USB 3.2 Gen 1 til 5 GbE-adapter, QNAP Thunderbolt 3 til 10 GbE-adapter

En switch, der understøtter 2,5 GbE/10 GbE

Tilføj en 5 GbE/10 GbE-port til bærbare computere

QSS: Intuitive Network Management Software

The QNAP Switch System (QSS) features an easy-to-use Web GUI with value-added functions to simplify network set up and management.

Flere oplysninger: QSS

Sleek Design

Use the at-a-glance major functions, flat control layers and one-click login to simplify set up and management.
GUI

The visual illustration matches physical ports for greater usability.
Value-added

With the settings guide, status chart reference, online firmware update, learning and management costs are greatly reduced.

QSS: Human-centered settings guide

QSS provides an overview dashboard, port management and setting guide to help administrators control Layer 2 networks.

Overview Dashboard

View real-time system information, port connection status and port traffic.

Port Management

View port status, port packet statistics, and configure port speeds.

Setting Guide

Quickly learn how to set up the network using the introduction and step-by-step guide.

Exclusive Status Chart Referencing

Refer to four major status charts during each configuration to avoid going back and forth between different setting pages.

Online Firmware Check and Update

Keep your QSW-M2108-2C secure with one-click firmware updates

Optimize Network Performance with bandwidth and packet control

The QSW-M2108-2C provides bandwidth and packet control functions (such as LACP, VLAN, QoS, and IGMP Snooping) to boost network performance through IP grouping and bandwidth management.

LACP	VLAN	QoS	IGMP Snooping
Link Aggregation (LAG) combines multiple network connections to increase throughput and protect against connection failure.	Virtual Networks (VLAN) allows groups of devices from different networks to be combined into a single network.	QoS (Quality of Service) helps prioritize bandwidth usage to optimize network resource allocation.	IGMP snooping assists in minimizing bandwidth loss and preventing network information leakage.

Powerful security and system functions

The QSW-M2108-2C has powerful security and system functions (including ACL, LLDP, RSTP and Flow Control) to help administrators enhance network reliability using access controls, troubleshooting, loop prevention and avoiding packet loss.

ACL	LLDP	RSTP	Flow Control
- Access controls - Security system	- Device disclosure - Troubleshooting	- Loop prevention - Backup path	- Balance speed - Jam prevention

Desktop form factor for easy use in offices

With a compact and modern design, the QSW-M2108-2C stands out with its delicate textured surface design. The flexible DC power connector enables universal deployment of the QSW-M2108-2C and each port can be easily identified. Being fully plug-and-play, devices can be simply connected to the QSW-M2108-2C and immediately used.