Chapter 1: Overview

Combo Ports

On the 24 port x610 Series switches, the 10/100/1000Base-T ports 21R to 24R are paired with the four SFP slots to form four combo ports, as listed in Table 3.

Table 3. 10/100/1000Base-T Ports Matched with SFP Slots on 24 Port

Switches

Ports and Slots

Port 21R with SFP slot 21

Port 22R with SFP slot 22

Port 23R with SFP slot 23

Port 24R with SFP slot 24

On the x610-48Ts and x610-48Ts-POE+ switches, the 10/100/1000Base-T ports 45R to 48R are paired with the four SFP slots to form four combo ports, as listed in Table 4.

Table 4. 10/100/1000Base-T Ports Matched with SFP Slots on x610-48Ts

and x610-48Ts-POE+ Switches

Ports and Slots

Port 45R with SFP slot 45

Port 46R with SFP slot 46

Port 47R with SFP slot 47

Port 48R with SFP slot 48

On the x610-48Ts/X and x610-48Ts/X-POE+ switches, the 10/100/1000Base-T ports 47R and 48R are paired with the two SFP slots to form two combo ports, as listed in Table 5.

Table 5. 10/100/1000Base-T Ports Matched with SFP Slots on

x610-48Ts/X and x610-48Ts/X-POE+ Switches

Ports and Slots

Port 47R with SFP slot 47

Port 48R with SFP slot 48

The 10/100/1000Base-T ports are identified with the letter “R” for “Redundant” as part of their number on the faceplate of the unit.

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Allied Telesis X610-48TS-POE+, X610-48TS/X, X610-24TS-POE+, X610-24SPS/X, X610-24TS/X-POE+ Combo Ports, Ports and Slots

X610-48TS/X-POE+, X610-48TS, X610-24TS/X, X610-24TS/X-POE+, X610-24SPS/X specifications

Allied Telesis has made a significant mark in the networking hardware industry with its impressive lineup of switching solutions. Among these, the X610 series stands out, offering a range of models including the X610-48TS, X610-24TS/X-POE+, X610-24TS/X, X610-48TS-POE+, and X610-24TS-POE+. These switches are designed for robust performance, scalability, and energy efficiency, catering to the needs of businesses and organizations of various sizes.

The X610-48TS model features 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing high-density connectivity options that are essential for modern network architectures. Complementing this, the X610-24TS models, which come with 24 ports, are ideal for smaller deployments while still delivering significant capacity and performance. The X610-24TS/X-POE+ variant enhances this capability further by incorporating Power over Ethernet, enabling the switch to deliver both data and power over the same cable. This feature simplifies installations of IP-based devices such as cameras, phones, and wireless access points.

All models in the X610 series support advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, enabling efficient network management and control. With support for VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol, and link aggregation, these switches facilitate better traffic management and redundancy, crucial for maintaining high availability in enterprise environments. Additionally, the ability to implement Quality of Service (QoS) ensures that critical applications receive the bandwidth necessary for optimum performance.

Energy efficiency is a hallmark of Allied Telesis products, and the X610 series is no exception. The switches incorporate technologies like Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), which helps reduce power consumption during periods of low network activity, thus lowering operational costs while supporting eco-friendly initiatives.

Security features are also robust, with mechanisms such as access control lists (ACLs), port security, and built-in DHCP snooping ensuring that the network remains secure against unauthorized access and threats. The switches are designed with a user-friendly interface for easy configuration and management, including support for SNMP and a web-based management interface.

In conclusion, Allied Telesis' X610 series, with its various models, offers an impressive blend of performance, scalability, and energy efficiency. These switches are well-suited for a wide variety of applications, making them an ideal choice for organizations looking to upgrade or establish a reliable networking infrastructure. Their advanced features, coupled with a focus on security and management, provide organizations with the tools necessary to handle current and future networking demands.