Broadband networking specialist ZyXEL Communications has introduced the GS1900 series of cloud-managed, smart Ethernet switches, available via channel partners. The series includes eight-, 16- and 24-port switches with gigabit speeds, power-over-Ethernet (PoE+) support, a network error prevention mechanism, green features and Web browser-based management for a variety of business applications.
“At ZyXEL, we continue to expand our Ethernet switch portfolio to help solution providers and businesses find the perfect switch in terms of features, port density and performance for their various business applications,” said Steven Joe, executive vice president for channel business for Americas at ZyXEL. “With the GS1900 series, we have simplified management of sophisticated features without compromising performance.”
Configuration features include VLAN provisioning, guest VLAN and Quality of Service (QoS) settings. The multiple error prevention functions include storm control, loop protection, dual images, DoS (Denial of Service) defense and SSL encryption.
Meanwhile, the PoE+ ports support up to 30W power per port to deploy devices such as Wi-Fi access points, surveillance cameras and IP phones. These PoE switches also provide two PoE modes: Classification mode and consumption mode. In consumption mode, the switch reserves the actual required power automatically, and you can set power consumption priorities on different ports to optimize use of power resources.
