QNAP QSW-IM3216-8S8T 16-Port Industrial 10G Managed Ethernet Switch, 8x 10GbE SFP+, 8 x 10GbE RJ45

QNAP QSW-IM3216-8S8T – Industrial 16-Port 10GbE Managed Switch with SFP+ Fibre and Multi-Gig RJ45

The QNAP QSW-IM3216-8S8T is a rugged industrial-grade Layer 2 managed 10GbE switch designed for mission-critical networking in demanding environments. Combining 8 x 10GbE SFP+ fibre ports with 8 x 10GBASE-T Multi-Gig RJ45 ports, it delivers flexible, high-bandwidth connectivity for industrial automation, smart manufacturing, transportation, surveillance, edge computing, and enterprise infrastructure.

Engineered for reliable 24/7 operation, the QSW-IM3216-8S8T features an industrial metal enclosure, redundant DC power inputs, DIN-rail mounting, and advanced Layer 2 management capabilities. It is ideal for connecting industrial servers, QNAP NAS systems, IP surveillance, virtualisation hosts, and high-speed backbone networks where resilience and performance are essential.

High-Speed 10GbE Fibre and Copper Connectivity

The QSW-IM3216-8S8T provides a versatile combination of fibre and copper interfaces, enabling seamless integration into mixed networking environments.

Ports include:

• 8 × 10GbE SFP+ ports for fibre uplinks and long-distance connections
• 8 × 10GBASE-T RJ45 Multi-Gig ports
• Dedicated Gigabit Ethernet management port for out-of-band administration

The RJ45 ports support automatic speed negotiation at:

• 10GbE
• 5GbE
• 2.5GbE
• 1GbE
• 100Mbps

This flexibility makes it easy to connect both modern high-speed equipment and legacy Ethernet devices.

Industrial Reliability for Critical Networks

Designed specifically for industrial deployments, the QSW-IM3216-8S8T incorporates features that maximise uptime and reliability.

Industrial capabilities include:

• Rugged metal industrial enclosure
• Wide operating temperature support
• Redundant dual DC power inputs
• DIN-rail mounting
• Fanless or industrial cooling architecture (model dependent)
• High resistance to vibration and harsh operating environments
• Continuous 24/7 operation

These features make it suitable for factory automation, roadside cabinets, utilities, transportation systems and remote edge installations.

Advanced Layer 2 Network Management

The intuitive web management interface provides enterprise-grade Layer 2 functionality without unnecessary complexity.

Management features include:

• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN
• Link Aggregation (LACP)
• Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP)
• Quality of Service (QoS)
• Access Control Lists (ACL)
• LLDP
• IGMP Snooping v2
• Port mirroring
• Broadcast storm control
• Cable diagnostics
• Jumbo Frames (9KB)
• Port monitoring and traffic statistics

These capabilities allow administrators to optimise network performance, improve security and simplify troubleshooting.

Built for Industrial Storage, Automation and Edge Computing

The QSW-IM3216-8S8T is ideal for applications including:

• Industrial automation
• Manufacturing facilities
• Smart transportation
• Intelligent surveillance systems
• Edge computing infrastructure
• Industrial IoT
• High-speed QNAP NAS deployments
• Virtualisation hosts
• Large-scale backup networks
• Enterprise backbone connectivity

Its non-blocking switching architecture enables multiple simultaneous 10GbE data streams without introducing network bottlenecks.

Flexible Deployment Options

The compact industrial design supports installation inside control cabinets, communications enclosures and industrial racks. Redundant power inputs enhance system availability, while clearly labelled front-panel interfaces simplify installation and maintenance.

Key Features

• 8 × 10GbE SFP+ fibre ports
• 8 × 10GBASE-T Multi-Gig RJ45 ports
• Dedicated 1GbE management port
• Supports 10G / 5G / 2.5G / 1G / 100M Ethernet
• Industrial-grade metal enclosure
• Dual redundant DC power inputs
• DIN-rail mounting
• Layer 2 web management
• VLAN, QoS and ACL support
• Link Aggregation (LACP)
• Rapid Spanning Tree (RSTP)
• LLDP and IGMP Snooping
• Port mirroring and cable diagnostics
• 9KB Jumbo Frame support
• Designed for industrial and enterprise networking

Technical Specifications

Specifications are subject to change by the manufacturer.