QoS

Priority levels

4 Hardware queues

Scheduling

Priority Queueing and

 

Weighted Round Robin (WRR)

Class of Service

Port-based

 

802.1p VLAN priority based

 

IP TOS/DSCP based

 

IPv4 & IPv6 Traffic Class based

 

COS

 

MAC Address port security

 

VLAN ID*

 

MAC Address*

 

IP Address*

 

Subnet Mask*

 

Service Type*

 

Protocol*

 

TCP/UDP Port*

Rate Limiting

Ingress Policer, Egress Shaper

Layer 2

VLAN

Port-based and 802.1q based

 

VLANs

 

Private VLAN Edge (PVE)

 

Management VLAN

HOL Blocking

Head of line blocking

 

prevention

Mini jumbo frame

Supports frames up to 1600

 

bytes

Dynamic VLAN

GVRP - Dynamic VLAN

 

Registration

Standards

802.3i 10BASE-T Ethernet,

 

802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast

 

Ethernet, 802.3ab 1000BASE-T

 

Gigabit Ethernet, 802.3z

 

Gigabit Ethernet, 802.3x Flow

 

Control

Denotes features found in only version 1.1 or later of the hardware

Specifications

Environmental

Dimensions

SRW224G4 - 430 x 44 x 203 mm

H x W x D

SRW248G4 - 430 x 44 x 350 mm

Weight

SRW224G4 - 4.41 lb (2 kg)

 

SRW248G4 - 8.60 lb (3.9 kg)

Power

Internal Switching Power

Certification

FCC Part15 Class A, CE Class A,

 

UL, cUL, CE mark, CB

Operating Temp.

0 to 40°C

Storage Temp.

–20 to 70°C

Operating Humidity

10% to 90%

Storage Humidity

10% to 95%

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Linksys SRW2048, SRW248G4, SRW2024, SRW224G4, SRW2016 manual MAC Address port security†

SRW2016, SRW224G4, SRW2024, SRW2048, SRW248G4 specifications

The Linksys SRW2048 is a robust Layer 2 managed switch that caters to the networking needs of small to medium-sized businesses. Designed with performance and reliability in mind, it provides features that ensure optimal network efficiency and security.

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The SRW2048 also supports advanced Layer 2 management features, including VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) support, which allows users to segment the network into smaller, manageable sections. This is crucial for improving security and performance, as it reduces unnecessary traffic and potential broadcast storms. With a VLAN configuration, businesses can group users and devices based on function or department, ensuring efficient communication within teams.

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The switch also enhances security through features such as IEEE 802.1X port security, which ensures that only authorized users can access the network. The SRW2048 supports access control lists (ACLs), allowing administrators to set specific permissions for users and devices, further tightening security.

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