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Ethernet switches and which ones we offer
Are you interested in a network switch? Here you have an overview of the switches we offer at Thomas-Krenn. Feel free to contact us if you need help with the selection or if we can advise you in any other way.
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with short installation depth for 2-switches on 1UPoE+, stackable
- 16/24/48 port 10Gbit/25 Gbit switch
- Fully managed switch
- stackable
starting at2.459€
instead of3.400€
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16/24/48-port 10Gbit switch, stackable- Stackable 10 GBit switches
- 8X8F, 12X12F and 24X are half the normal width for installation of 2 switches in 1U
- Expanded high availability via non-stop forwarding and hitless failover
- Optional redundant PSU (for full width models)
- Up to 384 10Gbit ports in a single logical switch
- Up to 16 dedicated 10Gbit ports for stacking
- SDN-ready Openflow 1.3 support
- 1Gbit service port for out-of-band management
- Functional NETGEAR web interface
- 16x with POE+ function
starting at2.925€
instead of4.019€
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16-port 100 Gbit switch- 100 GBit switch
- Half-width to enable the installation of 2 switches at 1U
starting at19.450€
instead of26.795€
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28-port 25/100Gbit switch (24x SFP28, 4x QSFP28)- 10/25/100GBit switch (18x SFP28, 4x QSFP28)
starting at4.685€
All prices are net prices and do not include statutory VAT; they are intended exclusively for entrepreneurs (Section 14 of the German Civil Code (BGB)), legal entities under public law and special funds under public law.
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Live chatWhat are Ethernet switches?
An Ethernet switch allows you to make connections in computer networks by forwarding data packets between different devices within a local area network (LAN). Essentially, it is an intelligent network switch that analyzes data traffic and forwards it to the appropriate target devices based on the destination addresses of the data packets. The main features of an Ethernet switch:
- Number of ports: Ethernet switches come with different numbers of ports, e.g. 5, 8, 16, 24, 48 ports or more, depending on the needs of the network.
- Forwarding rate: This indicates how fast the switch can forward data packets, measured in millions or billions of packets per second (pps).
- Switching capacity: The maximum amount of data the switch can process per second, measured in gigabits per second (Gbps) or terabits per second (Tbps).
- Manageability: Some switches offer advanced features such as VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks), QoS (Quality of Service), and management via a user interface or command line.
The advantages of an Ethernet switch
Ethernet switches are indispensable for a future-proof IT infrastructure. We have summarized the advantages for you at a glance:
- Expand your network: With an Ethernet switch, you can connect multiple devices such as computers, printers and servers in your local network. This allows you to increase the number of available network connections and connect more devices than your router alone supports.
- Increase the efficiency of data transmission: The Ethernet switch forwards data packets specifically to the right device instead of sending them to all connected devices. This reduces unnecessary data traffic and improves network performance.
- Improve the bandwidth: You can make optimum use of the available bandwidth through targeted data transmission using an Ethernet switch. This prevents bottlenecks and ensures a stable connection for all connected devices.
- Optimize your performance: Ethernet switches and network accessories from Thomas-Krenn meet the highest standards of quality and performance. All of our server systems are equipped with copper or fiber optic ports. This enables reliable and trouble-free operation with 10, 25, 40 or even 100 Gbit.
How you can use an Ethernet switch
Network switches make sense both in private households and in a business context. After all, an Ethernet switch is used in many scenarios. For example, you can use Ethernet switches in your company to connect various devices such as computers, printers and servers in your office. A switch ensures that data is transferred efficiently between these devices by forwarding data packets only to the destination port. This allows you to optimize network performance and reduce collisions.
In data centers, you use high-performance, often modular Ethernet switches to network server racks and storage systems. These switches offer high bandwidths and low latency times, which is crucial for processing large amounts of data quickly. They enable you to make optimum use of server and storage resources and react flexibly to changing requirements.
Ethernet switches are also used in home networks to connect multiple devices such as computers, games consoles, smart TVs and network printers. A simple switch is often enough to reliably network these devices and ensure a stable Internet connection throughout the home.
If you need more technical information about Ethernet switches, you can read it at any time in our wiki. This is where our experts record all the important information and innovations relating to our products, software and hardware as well as other IT applications. Feel free to contact us if you have any further questions about the network switches or if you are interested in making a purchase. Our experts are here for you.
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