Shipping included*
Exclusions
Additional shipping fees may apply in rare circumstances for deliveries outside standard service areas. In most cases, this only potentially affects shipments to the Northwest Territories and Yukon, as well as certain heavy or oversized items.
Netgear GS728TXP-300NAS 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ Smart Switch with 4 Dedicated 10G SFP+ Ports - Layer 3190W PoE Budget
Business volume discounts
Technical guidance
Preparation & staging
QC · ON · AB · BC
Product Features
Technical Overview
This switch delivers advanced networking features with support for Layer 3 switching, enabling inter-VLAN routing and improved network segmentation for enhanced performance and security. The four dedicated 10G SFP+ ports offer high-bandwidth uplinks to servers, core switches, or storage devices, supporting both optical fiber for long-distance runs and copper transceivers for flexible deployment. The switch adheres to comprehensive IEEE standards including 802.1Q for VLANs, 802.3ad for link aggregation, 802.1x for network access control, and 802.3at for PoE+, ensuring interoperability in mixed-vendor environments.
Power efficiency is a key design consideration, with a single internal power supply delivering 190W of PoE budget while maintaining a total power consumption of 231W. The switch supports advanced QoS (Quality of Service) through IEEE 802.1p prioritization, ensuring critical traffic like voice and video receives appropriate bandwidth allocation. Network redundancy features include support for Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) via IEEE 802.1w, providing fast convergence times in case of link failures.
Key Product Advantages
The GS728TXP-300NAS provides significant advantages for growing business networks through its balanced combination of port density, power delivery, and uplink capacity. The 24 PoE+ ports eliminate the need for separate power injectors when deploying PoE devices, reducing cable clutter and installation time while the 190W budget supports simultaneous operation of multiple high-power devices such as PTZ cameras or dual-band access points.
High-Speed Uplink Flexibility
Four dedicated 10G SFP+ ports provide flexible uplink options, allowing connection to core network infrastructure at 10x the speed of standard Gigabit Ethernet. These ports support both fiber and copper transceivers, enabling deployment across varying distance requirements while maintaining low latency for critical applications.
- 10x faster than standard Ethernet
- Supports fiber for long-distance runs
- Copper transceiver compatibility
Advanced Management Capabilities
Smart managed features include VLAN configuration, QoS prioritization, port mirroring for troubleshooting, and link aggregation for increased bandwidth. The web-based management interface offers intuitive configuration without requiring command-line expertise, making it accessible for IT generalists while providing essential control for network optimization.
- Web-based management interface
- VLAN and QoS configuration
- Port mirroring and link aggregation
Deployment / Use Cases
This switch is ideally suited for medium-sized business environments requiring reliable connectivity with power delivery capabilities. Its 24 PoE+ ports make it particularly effective for office deployments where multiple IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras need both network connectivity and power from a single source. The Layer 3 functionality enables network segmentation between departments or security zones while maintaining routing efficiency.
In educational institutions, the switch can support classroom technology deployments with PoE-powered interactive displays, access points for student connectivity, and VoIP phones for staff communications. The 10G uplinks ensure sufficient bandwidth for connecting to network storage servers or aggregating traffic from multiple switches in a distributed campus environment. For retail locations, the combination of PoE for security cameras and POS systems with smart management features provides a reliable network backbone that can be monitored and configured remotely.
Physical Profile
The switch features a compact 1U rack-mountable design with dimensions of 1.70" height, 17.32" width, and 10.12" depth, making it suitable for standard 19-inch network racks. The included mounting brackets and screws facilitate secure installation in rack environments, while rubber footpads allow for stable tabletop deployment in smaller offices or temporary setups. The front panel includes clearly labeled ports with status LEDs for easy monitoring, and rubber protection caps are pre-installed in the SFP+ sockets to prevent dust accumulation when ports are unused.
- Width
- 17.32" (440 mm)
- Depth
- 10.12" (257 mm)
- Height
- 1.70" (43.20 mm)
- Weight
- 8.33 lb (3780 g)
What's in the Box
The package includes all necessary components for immediate deployment in various environments.
Highlights
- 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support for connecting and powering devices
- Four dedicated 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed backbone connectivity
- 190W PoE budget to power multiple high-demand devices simultaneously
- Layer 3 switching capability for inter-VLAN routing and network segmentation
- Smart managed features with web-based interface for configuration and monitoring
- Rack-mountable 1U design with tabletop deployment options
- Supports both optical fiber and twisted pair media types
- Comprehensive IEEE standards compliance for enterprise interoperability
- Single internal power supply with 231W total power consumption
- Lifetime warranty for long-term reliability assurance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Netgear, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GS728TXP-300NAS |
| Brand Name | Netgear |
| Product Model | GS728TXPv3 |
| Product Name | Gigabit PoE+ Smart Switches with 4 Dedicated 10G SFP+ Ports |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Network Ports | 24 |
| Uplink Port | Yes |
| Stack Port | No |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x Gigabit Ethernet PoE+,4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber,Twisted Pair |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet,10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10GBase-X,10/100/1000Base-T |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 4 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP+ |
| Number of SFP+ Slots | 2 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Layer Supported | 3 |
| Networking Standards | IEEE 802.1x,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.3ad,IEEE 802.3x,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1s,IEEE 802.1w,IEEE 802.1ab,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1as,IEEE 802.1Qat,IEEE 802.3an,IEEE 802.1BA,IEEE 802.3i,IEEE 802.1Qav,IEEE 802.3z,IEEE 802.3ae |
| Management & Protocols | |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Switch Management Type | Smart Managed |
| Power Description | |
| PoE (RJ-45) Port | Yes |
| PoE Budget | 190 W |
| Power Source | Power Supply |
| Number of Power Supplies Installed | 1 |
| Power Consumption | 231 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable,Table Top |
| Height | 1.70" (43.20 mm) |
| Width | 17.32" (440 mm) |
| Depth | 10.12" (257 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 8.33 lb (3780 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | Gigabit PoE+ Smart Switches with 4 Dedicated 10G SFP+ Ports AC Power Cord With C13 Connector (Localized To Region Of Sale) Brackets and Screws For Rack Mounting Rubber Footpads For Tabletop Installation Rubber Protection Caps, Which Are Already Installed In the SFP Sockets Installation Guide |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
How many devices can this switch power simultaneously with PoE+?
The switch features a 190W PoE budget distributed across all 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports. The actual number of devices that can be powered simultaneously depends on the power requirements of each connected device. For example, it could support approximately 24 standard IP phones (each requiring ~7W) or a mix of higher-power devices like wireless access points (typically 15-30W) and security cameras. The switch automatically negotiates power requirements with each connected device and provides only the necessary power, optimizing the available budget.
What are the advantages of the four 10G SFP+ uplink ports?
The four dedicated 10G SFP+ uplink ports provide 10 times the bandwidth of standard Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling high-speed connections to servers, network storage, or core switches. These ports support both fiber optic and copper transceivers, allowing flexibility in deployment based on distance requirements—fiber for longer runs up to kilometers and copper for shorter connections. Having four uplinks also enables link aggregation for increased bandwidth or redundancy configurations, ensuring reliable backbone connectivity for traffic aggregation from the 24 downstream ports.
What management features does this smart managed switch offer?
As a smart managed switch, it provides web-based management through an intuitive interface that includes VLAN configuration for network segmentation, QoS (Quality of Service) settings to prioritize critical traffic like voice or video, port mirroring for network monitoring and troubleshooting, link aggregation to combine multiple ports for increased bandwidth, and SNMP support for monitoring. It also supports advanced features like Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) for network redundancy, IGMP snooping for multicast traffic optimization, and access control lists for basic security policies—all accessible without requiring command-line expertise.
Can this switch be used in a rack-mounted environment?
Yes, the switch is designed for rack mounting with a standard 1U form factor that fits 19-inch network racks. The package includes all necessary mounting brackets and screws for secure installation. The dimensions of 1.70" height, 17.32" width, and 10.12" depth ensure compatibility with most rack enclosures. For environments without rack infrastructure, the included rubber footpads allow for stable tabletop deployment, making the switch versatile for various installation scenarios from server rooms to office closets.
What Layer 3 features does this switch support?
This switch supports Layer 3 (network layer) functionality including static routing for inter-VLAN communication, which allows traffic to flow between different VLANs without requiring an external router. It also supports RIP (Routing Information Protocol) for dynamic routing in smaller networks, policy-based routing for traffic engineering, and DHCP relay for forwarding DHCP requests across network segments. These Layer 3 capabilities enable network segmentation for security or organizational purposes while maintaining routing efficiency, making it suitable for medium-sized networks that require more than basic Layer 2 switching.
What type of warranty comes with this Netgear switch?
The Netgear GS728TXP-300NAS comes with a lifetime warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship for the product's lifetime. This warranty provides long-term assurance for business deployments where network infrastructure reliability is critical. For warranty service, Netgear typically requires proof of purchase and may offer repair or replacement options. The lifetime coverage reflects Netgear's confidence in the product's durability and makes it a compelling choice for organizations planning long-term network investments.