The GS980MX Series of stackable Layer 3 Lite switches feature high capacity, resiliency, and easy management. With Multi-Gigabit ports and Power over Ethernet, and available in both compact and high port density models, they provide an ideal choice for high-speed connectivity at the network edge.
Overview
- Build a resilient network with the ability to stack multiple units using VCStackâ„¢
- Connect and power endpoints such as IP phones, wireless APs, and more with up to 30 Watts of PoE+
- Extend network reach in distributed environments using long-distance stacking
- Reduce costs and automate network management with Autonomous Management Frameworkâ„¢ Plus (AMF Plus)
- Support high-power devices such as outdoor PTZ cameras with heaters/blowers and enhanced lighting controllers, with up to 90 Watts of PoE++ (10 and 18 port models)
- Support high-speed Wi-Fi 6 solutions, and network upgrades over legacy cabling, with 2.5G and 5G connectivity (PoE models)
Key Features
- Active Fiber Monitoringâ„¢ (AFM) for secure fiber networks
- AlliedWare Plusâ„¢ Enterprise-class operating system
- Continuous PoE maximizes endpoint connectivity
- EPSRingâ„¢ for fast-failover resilient ring networks
- Multi-Gigabit ports with PoE+/PoE++ for flexible endpoint connectivity
Certifications and Compliance
IPv6 Ready
Run by the IPv6 Forum, IPv6 Ready certification demonstrates conformance to IPv6 standards and validates interoperability of IPv6 products.
Specifications
| Product | 10/100/1000T (RJ-45) Copper Ports | 100M/1/2.5/5 Gigabit Ports | 1/10 Gigabit SFP+ Ports | Stacking Ports | PoE Enabled Ports | Switching Fabric | Forwarding Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS980MX/10HSm | – | 8 | 2 | 2* | 8 | 120Gbps | 89.2Mpps |
| GS980MX/18HSm | – | 16 | 2 | 2* | 16 | 200Gbps | 148.8Mpps |
| GS980MX/28 | 24 | – | 4 | 2* | – | 128Gbps | 95.2Mpps |
| GS980MX/28PSm | 20 | 4 | 4 | 2* | 24 | 160Gbps | 119Mpps |
| GS980MX/52 | 48 | – | 4 | 2* | – | 176Gbps | 130.9Mpps |
| GS980MX/52PSm | 40 | 8 | 4 | 2* | 48 | 240Gbps | 179Mpps |
* Any port/s can be used for stacking
Physical
| Product | Width x Depth x Height | Mounting | Unpackaged Weight | Packaged Weight | Packaged Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS980MX/10HSm | 210 x 362 x 42.5 mm (8.26 x 14.25 x 1.67 in) |
Rack-mount | 3.5 kg (7.7 lb) | 5.5 kg (12.1 lb) | 461 x 371 x 153 mm (18.15 x 14.60 x 6.02 in) |
| GS980MX/18HSm | 441 x 256 x 44 mm (17.36 x 10.07 x 1.73 in) |
Rack-mount | 4.3 kg (9.48 lbs) | 5.8 (12.78 lb) | 526 x 412 x 129 mm (20.70 x 16.22 x 5.07 in) |
| GS980MX/28 | 441 x 323 x 44 mm (17.36 x 12.72 x 1.73 in) |
Rack-mount | 4.3 kg (9.5 lb) | 6.3 kg (13.8 lb) | 563 x 534 x 128 mm (22.16 x 21.02 x 5.04 in) |
| GS980MX/28PSm | 441 x 421 x 44 mm (17.36 x 16.57 x 1.73 in) |
Rack-mount | 5.6 kg (12.4 lb) | 7.6 kg (16.7 lb) | 563 x 534 x 128 mm (22.16 x 21.02 x 5.04 in) |
| GS980MX/52 | 441 x 323 x 44 mm (17.36 x 12.72 x 1.73 in) |
Rack-mount | 4.8 kg (10.1 lb) | 6.8 kg (14.9 lb) | 563 x 534 x 128 mm (22.16 x 21.02 x 5.04 in) |
| GS980MX/52PSm | 441 x 421 x 44 mm (17.36 x 16.57 x 1.73 in) |
Rack-mount | 6.1 kg(13.5 lb) | 8.1 kg(17.8 lb) | 563 x 632 x 128 mm (22.16 x 24.88 x 5.04 in) |
Power and Noise Characteristics
| Product | No PoE Load Max Power Consumption (W) | No PoE Load Max Heat Dissipation (BTU/h) | No PoE Load Noise (dBA) | Full PoE Load Max Power Consumption (W) | Full PoE Load Max Heat Dissipation (BTU/h) | Full PoE Load Noise (dBA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS980MX/10HSm | 60 | 204 | 64 | 605 | 2065 | 64 |
| GS980MX/18HSm | 86 | 293 | 42 | 970 | 3317 | 42 |
| GS980MX/28 | 39 | 133 | 42* | – | – | – |
| xGS980MX/28PSm | 70 | 239 | 42* | 510 | 1741 | 42* |
| GS980MX/52 | 60 | 205 | 42* | – | – | – |
| GS980MX/52PSm | 95 | 324 | 42* | 530 | 1809 | 42* |
Noise: tested to ISO7779; front bystander position
* This figure is under 30 degree C ambient temperature
Power over Ethernet
| Product | Max PoE Power (W) | 7.5W PoE Sourcing Ports | 15.4W PoE Sourcing Ports | 30W PoE+ PoE Sourcing Ports | 60W PoE++ PoE Sourcing Ports | 90W PoE++ PoE Sourcing Ports |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS980MX/10HSm | 500 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 5 |
| GS980MX/18HSm | 720 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 8 |
| GS980MX/28 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| GS980MX/28PSm | 370 | 24 | 24 | 12 | – | – |
| GS980MX/52 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| GS980MX/52PSm | 370 | 48 | 24 | 12 | – | – |
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Ordering Information
AT-GS980MX/10HSm-xx
8-port 100M/1/2.5/5G PoE++ stackable switch
with 2 SFP+ ports and a single fixed power supply
AT-GS980MX/18HSm-xx
16-port 100M/1/2.5/5G PoE++ stackable switch
with 2 SFP+ ports and a single fixed power supply
AT-GS980MX/28-xx
24-port 10/100/1000T stackable switch with 4
SFP+ ports and a single fixed power supply
AT-GS980MX/28PSm-xx
20-port 10/100/1000T PoE+ and 4-ports
100M/1/2.5/5G PoE+ stackable switch with 4
SFP+ ports and a single fixed power supply
AT-GS980MX/52-xx
48-port 10/100/1000T stackable switch with 4
SFP+ ports and a single fixed power supply
AT-GS980MX/52PSm-xx
40-port 10/100/1000T PoE+ and 8-ports
100M/1/2.5/5G PoE+ stackable switch with 4
SFP+ ports and a single fixed power supply
AT-RKMT-J15
Rack mount shelf kit for GS980MX/10HSm
AT-BRKT-J24
Wall mount kit for GS980MX/10HSm
AT-BRKT-J22
Wall-mount kit for GS980MX/28 & 52
AT-VT-Kit3
Management Cable (USB to Serial Console)
Where xx =
10 for US power cord
20 for no power cord
30 for UK power cord
40 for Australian power cord
50 for European power cord
Feature Licenses
| Name | Description | Includes | Stack Licensing |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT-FL-G98MX-CP | Continuous PoE license | Continuous PoE power for PSm model | One license per stack member |
| AT-FL-G98MX-UD | UDLD license | UniDirectional Link Detection | One license per stack member |
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All Models
GS980MX/10HSm
Stackable Multi-Gigabit compact switch with 8 x 100M/1/2.5/5G PoE++ ports, and 2 x 10G uplinks.
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GS980MX/28
The CentreCOM GS980MX/28 stackable Gigabit Layer 3 Lite switch features 24 x 100M/1G ports, and 4 x 10G uplinks.
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GS980MX/28PSm
Stackable Layer 3 Lite switch with 20 x 100M/1G PoE+ ports, 4 x 100M/1G/2.5G/5G PoE+ ports, and 4 x 10G uplinks.
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GS980MX/52
The CentreCOM GS980MX/52 stackable Gigabit Layer 3 Lite switch features 48 x 100M/1G ports, and 4 x 10G uplinks.
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GS980MX/52PSm
Stackable Layer 3 Lite switch with 40 x 100M/1G PoE+ ports, 8 x 100m/1G/2.5G/5G PoE+ ports, and 4 x 10G uplinks.
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GS980MX/18HSm
16-ports 100M/1/2.5/5G PoE++ stackable switch with 2 SFP+ ports and a single fixed power supply
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SP10TM
10/100/1G/2.5G/5G/10G, 30m/100m
SP10SR
10G (LC), multi-mode, 300m
SP10SR/I
10G (LC), multi-mode, I-Temp, 300m
SP10LRa/I
10G (LC) single-mode SFP+, 10km, with Industrial Temperature rating.
SP10ZR80/I
10G (LC) single-mode, 80km
SP10BD10/I
10G (LC) single-mode BiDi, I-Temp, 10km
SP10BD20
10G (LC) single-mode BiDi, 20km
SP10BD40/I
10G (LC) single-mode BiDi, I-Temp, 40km
SP10TW1
SFP+ Twinax direct attach cable, 1m in length.
SP10TW3
10G Twinax DAC Cable (3m)
SPTX
10/100/1000T (RJ-45), 100m
SPSX
1000SX (LC), multi-mode, 220-550m
Documentation
Datasheet: GS980MX Series
Product information for the CentreCOM® GS980MX Series stackable Multi-Gigabit Layer 3 Lite switches.
Visio Stencils: GS980MX/10HSm
Visio stencils for the GS980MX/10HSm: AT-GS980MX/10HSm
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