QNAP QSW-L3205-1C4T 5-port 10G Managed Ethernet Switch, 5x 10Gbe RJ45, 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 Combo Port
10GbE high-speed switching combined with lite management capabilities accelerates video editing, backups, and surveillance without lag
QNAP QSW-L3205-1C4T – 10GbE Lite-Managed Multi-Gigabit Switch with SFP+/RJ45 Combo Port
The QNAP QSW-L3205-1C4T is a compact Lite-Managed 10GbE Ethernet switch designed for businesses, creative professionals, and advanced home users looking to upgrade to high-speed networking without the complexity of a fully managed switch. Featuring four 10GbE Multi-Gig RJ45 ports and a versatile 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo port, the QSW-L3205-1C4T offers flexible connectivity for NAS systems, servers, workstations and high-performance network backbones.
With support for advanced Layer 2 Lite management features, an intuitive web interface, and plug-and-play deployment, the QSW-L3205-1C4T is ideal for accelerating file transfers, improving backup performance, supporting virtualisation, and enabling smooth 4K/8K media workflows.
Flexible 10GbE Multi-Gig Connectivity
The QSW-L3205-1C4T provides five high-speed 10GbE connections designed to support a wide range of networking environments.
Ports include:
- 4 × 10GBASE-T RJ45 Multi-Gig ports
- 1 × 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo port (supports either the SFP+ fibre interface or the paired RJ45 interface, with one active at a time)
The RJ45 ports support automatic speed negotiation at:
- 10GbE
- 5GbE
- 2.5GbE
- 1GbE
- 100Mbps
This allows organisations to upgrade existing copper infrastructure while introducing fibre connectivity where required.
Lite Layer 2 Management Made Simple
Unlike an unmanaged switch, the QSW-L3205-1C4T includes essential Layer 2 management features through QNAP's easy-to-use web interface.
Supported features include:
- IEEE 802.1Q VLAN
- Loop Detection
- Broadcast Storm Control
- Link Aggregation (LACP)
- Quality of Service (QoS)
- Flow Control
- Jumbo Frames
- Port statistics
- Cable diagnostics
- Firmware management
These tools help optimise network performance while remaining simple enough for small business IT administrators.
Optimised for NAS, Virtualisation and Creative Workflows
The QSW-L3205-1C4T is an excellent companion for high-speed QNAP NAS deployments and other bandwidth-intensive applications, including:
- Video editing and production
- Photography studios
- CAD and design work
- Virtual machine storage
- High-speed backup
- Shared business file storage
- Database servers
- Multi-user collaboration
Its 10GbE performance dramatically reduces transfer times for large files while improving overall network responsiveness.
Silent, Energy-Efficient Desktop Design
Designed for office and desktop environments, the QSW-L3205-1C4T features a compact metal chassis with efficient cooling for quiet operation. Energy-efficient Ethernet technology helps minimise power consumption without sacrificing performance, making it suitable for continuous operation in professional environments.
Front-panel LED indicators provide clear visibility of connection speed and network activity.
Key Features
- 4 × 10GbE Multi-Gig RJ45 ports
- 1 × 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo port
- Supports 10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G and 100M Ethernet
- Lite Layer 2 management
- Web-based management interface
- VLAN support
- Link Aggregation (LACP)
- Quality of Service (QoS)
- Loop Detection
- Broadcast Storm Control
- Jumbo Frame support
- Cable diagnostics
- Compact desktop metal enclosure
- Energy-efficient operation
- Ideal for QNAP NAS, servers and high-speed workstations
Technical Specifications
|
Specification |
Details |
|---|---|
|
Model |
QNAP QSW-L3205-1C4T |
|
Switch Type |
Lite-Managed Layer 2 |
|
Total Ports |
5 |
|
RJ45 Ports |
4 × 10GBASE-T Multi-Gig |
|
Combo Port |
1 × 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 Combo (shared interface) |
|
RJ45 Speed Support |
10G / 5G / 2.5G / 1G / 100Mbps |
|
Switching Capacity |
100Gbps |
|
Forwarding Performance |
74.4 Mpps |
|
MAC Address Table |
16K |
|
Packet Buffer |
2MB |
|
Jumbo Frames |
Up to 9KB |
|
VLAN |
IEEE 802.1Q |
|
Link Aggregation |
IEEE 802.3ad (LACP) |
|
QoS |
IEEE 802.1p |
|
Flow Control |
IEEE 802.3x |
|
Loop Detection |
Yes |
|
Broadcast Storm Control |
Yes |
|
Cable Diagnostics |
Yes |
|
Management |
Web GUI |
|
LED Indicators |
Speed, Link, Activity |
|
Power Supply |
External Power Adapter |
|
Power Consumption |
Approximately 23W (maximum) |
|
Operating Temperature |
0°C to 40°C |
|
Form Factor |
Desktop |
|
Chassis |
Metal |
Specifications are subject to change without notice.