Model: MX-EX2028PXB-U
from $1,749.38
The Cambium cnMatrix EX2028-P is a 24-port Gigabit PoE+ compliant managed network switch designed for robust network connectivity. It features 24 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, each delivering up to 30W (802.3at), alongside 4 SFP+ 10 GbE WAN ports for high-speed uplinks. With a substantial 400W PoE power budget, a 128 Gb/s non-blocking switching bandwidth, and a 120 Mpps forwarding rate, this switch is well-suited for powering and connecting numerous devices in demanding network environments. Its rack-mountable 1U design and support for Layer 2 and Layer 3 services make it an ideal solution for expanding and managing enterprise-grade networks.
For home use, a simple unmanaged Gigabit switch is all you need to expand your router's ports. Buy a managed switch or a switch with PoE only if you are running security cameras, access points, or complex VLAN setups. Available from $1,749.38.
Basic unmanaged network switches use negligible power and have zero maintenance costs. PoE (Power over Ethernet) and large managed switches use more electricity but are still relatively cheap to run.
Common Failure Modes
Switches are solid-state devices with high reliability. When they fail, it is usually due to lightning strikes/power surges blowing individual ports or the internal power supply dying.
For home use, a simple unmanaged Gigabit switch is all you need to expand your router's ports. Buy a managed switch or a switch with PoE only if you are running security cameras, access points, or complex VLAN setups.
Network switches are extremely reliable solid-state devices. They are usually replaced because networking speed standards outgrow them, rather than due to hardware failure.
The Cambium cnMatrix EX2028-P 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ Compliant Managed Network Switch is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,749.38.
Basic unmanaged network switches use negligible power and have zero maintenance costs. PoE (Power over Ethernet) and large managed switches use more electricity but are still relatively cheap to run.
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