QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading innovator in storage, networking, and data protection solutions, today announced the QSW-M7230P-2X4F24T, an L3 Lite managed 100GbE PoE switch designed for mid-sized and large enterprises running high-performance storage, virtualization, and AI workloads. With two 100GbE (QSFP28), four 25GbE (SFP28), and twenty-four 10GbE (RJ45) 802.3bt PoE ports, the switch combines a 100G backbone, 25G server and NAS connectivity, high-density 10G access, and high-power PoE in a single 1U chassis.

All twenty-four 10GbE RJ45 ports are IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ capable, delivering up to 90 W per port from an 800 W power budget. Wi-Fi 7 access points, AV over IP encoders and decoders, and PTZ cameras draw power and 10G connectivity from the same switch, with no separate injectors or power runs.

QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solution innovator, today announced the new QSW-M5218 Series L3 Lite managed switches, including the QSW-M5218-6F12T and the PoE-capable QSW-M5218P-6F12T. Aimed at SMBs and applications that demand high-speed network infrastructure—such as AV over IP transmission—the series features twelve 10GbE RJ45 ports and six 25GbE SFP28 uplink ports, with a switching capacity of up to 540 Gbps. By combining L3 Lite routing, MC-LAG high availability, and IEEE 1588v2 PTP precise time synchronization, it helps enterprises overcome core network bandwidth bottlenecks and build a stable, high-performance IT infrastructure with a seamless upgrade path.

As NAS devices, servers, and workstations move to 10GbE, traditional 1G/2.5G ports and a single 10G uplink are increasingly becoming performance bottlenecks. The QSW-M5218 Series uses high-density 10GbE interfaces to connect high-speed NAS, virtualization servers, and multimedia workstations, while its 25GbE SFP28 ports act as a high-bandwidth backbone that aggregates traffic into the enterprise core—delivering up to 2.5 times the per-port uplink bandwidth of 10G. At the endpoints, existing Cat 6a copper cabling can be reused without the need to lay new fiber, streamlining core network upgrades.

QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solution innovator, today announced the launch of the QSW-M7230-2X4F24T, a new L3 Lite managed 100 GbE switch designed for enterprise network upgrades, high-performance storage environments, large-scale media production, virtualization, and AI-driven workloads. The new switch enables organizations to build a scalable 100 GbE core network while maintaining cost efficiency and protecting existing infrastructure investments.

As data-intensive applications continue to accelerate—from AI computing and virtualization to collaborative media workflows—enterprises are increasingly challenged to evolve beyond 10GbE networks without incurring disruptive, large-scale replacements. The QSW-M7230-2X4F24T addresses this transition by providing a flexible, multi-speed architecture that allows enterprises to introduce higher-speed connectivity where it matters most, while expanding the core network over time.

D-Link, a global leader in networking and connectivity solutions, proudly introduces the DXS-3130 Series 10G Layer 3 Stackable Aggregation Managed Switches, a next-generation switch family engineered for high-performance enterprise, campus, and high-rise community building deployments. With powerful Layer 3 capabilities, robust hardware design, and intelligent software features, the DXS-3130 Series empowers businesses to build scalable, resilient, and secure network infrastructures.

The DXS-3130 Series includes two models, DXS-3130-28 and DXS-3130-28P, designed for organizations requiring high-throughput aggregation and core switching. Both models offer twenty-four 10G ports and four 10G/25G SFP28 ports. The DXS-3130-28P additionally supports PoE. It supports the IEEE 802.3af/at/bt PoE++ standards, providing up to 60 W of power per port. PoE support shortens deployment time and reduces the cost of electrical installation by powering devices such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and access points directly over Ethernet. With a switching capacity of up to 680 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 506 Mpps, these switches provide ultra-fast data transfer and low latency, ideal for bandwidth-intensive environments like data centers, large enterprises, and service provider networks.

Zyxel Networks, a leader in delivering secure and cloud-powered networking solutions, is launching its new XGS1935 series of Lite-L3 smart managed switches to meet the growing connectivity and sustainability needs of small businesses.

The XGS1935 series delivers improvements in energy efficiency and carbon emission reductions, while providing hassle-free and affordable 10GbE migration with high-performance switching technology.

QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solutions innovator, today released its first full 10GbE L3 Lite managed switch, QSW-M3224-24T. Featuring twenty-four 10G Multi-Gig ports, L3 Lite management capabilities and MC-LAG network redundancy, QSW-M3224-24T assists enterprises in deploying stable and efficient mid to large-scale high-speed network infrastructure, accelerating 4K video streaming and AV-over-IP applications.

"As enterprises grow in scale and the number of networked devices increases, the demand for switches also escalates, making the management of large network infrastructure more complex and challenging." said Jerry Deng, Product Manager of QNAP, adding "as QNAP's first L3 managed switch offering multi-port 10GbE networking and advanced L3 management features, QSW-M3224-24T not only fulfills the needs of low-latency and high-density 10G network applications, but also supports advanced IP routing and network segmentation management. QSW-M3224-24T is ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises to expand their LAN efficiently and securely within a limited budget."

Broadcom Corporation (NASDAQ: BRCM), a global innovation leader in semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless communications, today announced the industry's first 100 Gbps full duplex network processor unit (NPU). Enabling the next wave of 100GbE optimized switches and routers for service provider networks, the fully programmable BCM88030 family features 64 custom processors running at 1GHz, delivering more than 2X the throughput of any NPU on the market. With the industry's highest level of integration, the BCM88030 solution eliminates costly external components, dramatically reducing system cost and power by up to 80 percent per 10 GbE port.

In 2012, the number of connected devices is set to exceed the world's population with an estimated 7 billion devices connected to the network(1). By 2015, 90 percent of content viewed on mobile devices will be streaming video and application downloads are expected to reach 47 billion per year(1). To satisfy this overwhelming appetite for bandwidth, service providers around the globe are racing to transform their networks by adopting higher bandwidth links. Analysts estimate a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 170 percent from 2011 to 2016 for 100G Ethernet ports as service providers rush to meet this demand(2).

IPv6 routers have existed for some time now, but there are currently very few models available. These are also very expensive at over £100 / $156 approx. However, the Technicolor TG582n router promises to be the first home router that's affordably priced and suitable for the home market. It's not quite on general sale yet, but is being provided as a "free with the service" router from business and techy-oriented Andrews & Arnold ISP - www.aaisp.net - preconfigured to work with their service straight out of the box. AAISP Director, Adrian Kennard had this to say about the new router: