The NETGEAR GS748T 48-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Pro Switch empowers growing businesses with scalable and secure high-speed networking. Featuring 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, it connects multiple devices—such as servers, workstations, and storage—with dependable performance and fast data transfer rates.
In addition to the 48 ports, the switch includes 4 SFP uplink ports—2 dedicated and 2 combo—for fiber connectivity. This feature supports long-distance links, making it perfect for applications like VoIP, HD video streaming, and data backups. A 100 Gbps non-blocking switching fabric ensures uninterrupted throughput during periods of heavy network use.
Moreover, the GS748T integrates advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 Lite features for efficient traffic control. It supports up to 256 VLANs, QoS for prioritizing critical data, IGMP Snooping for multicast traffic, and LACP link aggregation with up to 26 LAGs. These features ensure seamless traffic flow across complex environments.
In terms of routing, the switch supports 32 static routes for IPv4 and IPv6, enhancing scalability and segmentation. Managing the device is intuitive via a web-based GUI, the NETGEAR Smart Control Center, or NETGEAR Insight Cloud Management, which includes a 1-year subscription.
Built for quiet operation, the rack-mountable metal chassis houses fan-based cooling that operates under 33 dBA, even in dense deployments. The switch complies with IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, reducing power usage when traffic is low.
Backed by the NETGEAR ProSAFE Lifetime Warranty, the GS748T includes next-business-day hardware replacement, ensuring maximum uptime. This makes it an excellent investment for small to medium businesses needing high-performance, secure, and eco-friendly networking.