SMC Networks Introduces New Line of EZ SwitchTM Unmanaged Switches

The provider of broadband connectivity solutions and LAN hardware, SMC Networks, has launched its new generation of unmanaged switches EZ Switch, SMCFS801P models, SMCFS1601P and SMCGS801P, three SMB devices that support the PoE+ standard and feature 8 or 16 harbours.

SMC Networks has announced the launch of the latest additions to its EZ Switch family, SMCFS801P/1601P, two PoE+ Fast Ethernet switches 10/100 of 8 and 16 harbours, and the SMCGS801P, a Gigabit PoE+ switch 10/100/1000 of 8 harbours. New devices are fully IEEE802.3at compliant, the latest standard for PoE. Compared to the previous standard, IEEE802.3af, The devices are capable of almost doubling the power of each port, of 15,4 watts to 30, and have much higher total power in connected PoE devices.

As a result, This new generation of switches supports a greater number of PoE devices and the result in a more flexible scenario, even when establishing and deploying PoE-based devices. These are the ideal solutions for companies that introduce VoIP, IP surveillance and wireless installations.

As with other switches in the EZ Switch family, are completely “unmanaged”, becoming ideal solutions for SMB and SoHo environments that want to have access to the latest standards in switching technology, avoiding complicated configurations, Endless Sifting Though command interfaces and manuals.

Another key advantage of these switches is their adaptation to the new energy-saving standard., IEEE802.3az. Built on the previous standard, Enables energy savings of up to 75%. In addition to the functionalities that already possessed the previous standards, such as temporarily putting unused ports to sleep or adjusting the signal to the cable length automatically, additional power savings are now possible when connecting two IEEE802.3az-compliant switches.

Albert Li, VPProduct Development of the company, has indicated that “with this new series of PoE switches, SMC Networks has once again shown its leadership in adapting new standards and providing the latest technology to its customers. PoE+ will power a new generation of PD devices and support scenarios that will redesign the way people approach network design”.

Key Features and Benefits:

-IEEE802.3at PoE+ capability: Switches can provide up to 30 watts of power to PD devices, as IP phones, Wireless Access Points, Video surveillance cameras, All about category cables 5 existent (Cat. 5). They can provide up to 30 watts per port and have significantly increased power compared to previous generation.

-Built on QoS: When the switch receives a list of tags with a priority 802.1p tag, is placed in the appropriate priority queue. Priority queuing is vital in time-sensitive data environments, as voice and video, that are downloaded over the network.

-Fanless design: Simple switch design does not include any fans, allowing the unit to work completely quietly and reliably wherever it is installed. It is especially useful for deployments in noise-sensitive locations such as an office.

-Plug-and-play: Switches are completely plug-and-play, No configuration required. These plug-and-play switches are the ideal choice for integrating Fast/Giga Ethernet and LAN broadband for small and medium-sized workgroups.

-Latest energy-saving technology, IEEE802.3az: When two 802.3az-compatible switches are connected, You can save up to a 74,2% energy consumption.

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