Technical Specifications

• Model: A2H254-16 P0973BK
• Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Ports: 16 Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) ports
• Uplink Ports: Typically includes additional uplink ports, which might be Gigabit Ethernet or fiber optic ports for connecting to higher layers of the network.
• Switching Capacity: The switch provides a switching capacity that allows full wire-speed forwarding on all ports simultaneously.
• Management: The switch is fully manageable, offering a web-based interface, command-line interface (CLI), and possibly SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) for remote management and configuration.
• VLAN Support: Supports Virtual LANs (VLANs), allowing for network segmentation to improve security and manageability.
• Quality of Service (QoS): Includes QoS features for prioritizing traffic, ensuring that critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth and low latency.
• Security Features: Typically supports security features such as port security, MAC address filtering, and possibly 802.1X for network access control.
• Power Supply: The switch is powered via an internal power supply with a standard AC input, suitable for rack-mounting in data centers or network closets.

Features

• Layer 2 Switching: Operates at Layer 2 of the OSI model, handling MAC address learning and forwarding, making it ideal for connecting end-user devices to the network.
• Energy Efficiency: Designed with energy efficiency in mind, possibly including features like energy-efficient Ethernet (EEE) to reduce power consumption during periods of low network activity.
• Scalability: Can be stacked or daisy-chained with other switches to increase the number of ports available in a network, providing flexibility for growing networks.
• Reliability: Includes redundancy features like Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) to prevent network loops and ensure continuous network availability.
• Ease of Use: The web-based interface and straightforward management options make it easy to configure and monitor, even for IT staff with limited networking experience.

Application Scenarios

• Small to Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs): Ideal for SMEs looking for a reliable and manageable network solution to connect desktops, printers, IP phones, and other network devices.
• Edge Switch in Larger Networks: Can serve as an edge switch in larger enterprise networks, connecting end-user devices to the core network.
• VoIP and IP Telephony: The switch’s QoS features make it suitable for VoIP and IP telephony deployments, ensuring voice traffic is prioritized to prevent latency and jitter.
• Departmental or Workgroup Networks: Useful in departmental or workgroup environments within larger organizations, providing localized network access with centralized management.