Scale Beyond Gigabit with Adaptive Multi-Speed Networking

Engineered for modern multi-speed enterprise networks, NETGEAR's 5-Speed Multi-Gigabit switches intelligently adapt from 100Mbps to 10Gbps per port, delivering exact bandwidth each device needs. With the demands of hybrid work, cloud services, AI-enhanced productivity tools, and high-definition video conferencing, modern networks need to extend beyond the 1-Gigabit barrier. The 10-Gigabit/Multi-Gigabit Easy Smart Managed series from NETGEAR delivers on these evolving requirements, providing reliable 10-Gigabit/Multi-Gigabit bandwidth at an affordable cost. Each port automatically detects which speed is needed by the connected device and provides the optimal performance. Unlike standard 10-Gigabit switches that only provide 1-Gigabit connectivity to devices requiring less than 10-Gigabit, the XS512EM and XS724EM deliver the exact speed required with no downgrades. Additionally, these NETGEAR Multi-Gigabit switch ports support a range of existing cable types—Cat5e cables for speeds up to 5 Gbps and Cat6/Cat6A for full 10-Gigabit performance maximizing your current infrastructure investment while providing flexible upgrade paths.

Highlights

Hardware Highlights

• 5-speed Networking:
• XS512EMv2: 10-port Multi-Gigabit + 2 dedicated SFP+
• XS724EMv2: 24-port Multi-Gigabit + 4 dedicated SFP+
• Dedicated Fiber Uplinks: Pure SFP+ ports for high-speed backbone connections
• Rackmount or Desktop
• Active fans for whisper-quiet operation
• 0°C to 50°C tested performance

Software Highlights

• VLAN support for traffic segmentation
• Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization
• Auto "denial-of-service” (DoS) prevention
• Link Aggregation to add redundancy and increase your network speed (Static LAC and LACP supported)
• Loop prevention and broadcast storm controls
• IGMP snooping v1, v2 and v3 support for multicast optimization
• Rate limiting for better bandwidth allocation
• Port mirroring for network monitoring
• Jumbo frame support
• Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE802.3az) support for maximum power savings
• Troubleshoot connection issues via cable test

Industry leading warranty

• Limited Lifetime* 24/7 Technical Support
• Limited Lifetime* Hardware Warranty

Hardware at a Glance

XS512EM: front

• 10 x 10-Gig/Multi-Gig Copper Ports
• 2 x dedicated 10G SFP+ Ports (Supports copper modules)
• 19-inch Rackmountable
• Small Form Factor

XS512EM back

• Internal PSU

XS724EM: front

• 24 x 10-Gig/Multi-Gig Copper Ports
• 4 x dedicated 10G SFP+ Ports (Supports maximum of 2 copper modules)
• 19-inch Rackmountable

XS724EM back

• Internal PSU

Software at a Glance

Performance at a Glance

Features and Benefits

Hardware Features

Software Features

Example Application

XS512EM/XS724EM in a Business Environment

The diagram illustrates a typical business network setup. The Internet connection feeds into a NETGEAR switch. From the switch, connections are made to various network devices including a server, a desktop computer, a laptop, and a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device. Some connections are marked as PoE+ (Power over Ethernet) and Non-PoE+. This visual demonstrates how the NETGEAR switches integrate into a functional business network infrastructure, supporting different types of devices and power requirements.

Cables and Speeds

The following table describes the network cables that you can use for the switch connections and the speeds that the cables can support, up to 100 meters (328 feet).

Why the NETGEAR 10-Gig/Multi-Gig Switches are ideal for SMB?

1. 5-speed Networking: Expand your network instantly and give your devices either 100Mb, 1, 2.5, 5 or 10-Gigabit automatically.
2. Security: Protect the SMB networks from possible threats thanks to Auto DoS and Storm Control.
3. Visibility: Identify any possible cable issues or abnormal traffic behavior with cable health test and port statistics.
4. Enhanced Control: Improve your network performance with VLAN, QoS and Multicast Support.
5. Reliability: Assure that the SMB networks are up and running with Link Aggregation and Loop Prevention to minimize possible downtimes.
6. Future-Proofing: Prepare your network for growth with dedicated SFP+ uplinks for high-speed backbone connections.

Technical Specifications

General Specifications

Performance Specification

L2 Services - VLANs

L2 Services - Availability

L2 Services - Multicast Filtering

L3 Services - DHCP

Link Aggregation

Quality of Service

IEEE Standards Supported

• IEEE 802.3 Ethernet
• IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX
• IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T
• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tagging
• IEEE 802.3x Full-Duplex Flow Control
• IEEE 802.1p Class of Service
• IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE)
• IEEE 802.3an 10GBASE-T
• IEEE 802.3bz 5Gbps and 2.5Gbps Ethernet Over Copper Twisted Pair Cable
• IEEE 802.3ae 10-Gigabit Ethernet Over Fiber
• IEEE 802.3z Gigabit Ethernet 1000BASE-SX/LX

Management

LEDs

Physical Specifications

Power Consumption

Environmental Specifications

Electromagnetic Emissions and Immunity

Safety Certifications

Warranty and Support

ProSUPPORT OnCall 24x7, Service Packs**

• Category 2:
• PMB0312 (1yr)
• PMB0332 (3 yrs)
• PMB0352 (5 yrs)

Package Content

• 10-Gigabit/Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Easy Smart Managed Switch
• Power cord (localized to country of sale)
• Rackmount kit
• Documentation Download Flyer

Ordering Information

Ordering Information

Optional Modules and Accessories

This product comes with a limited warranty that is valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller, and modifications to product may void the warranty; see http://www.NETGEAR.com/about/warranty/ for details. 24/7 basic technical support provided for 90 days from purchase date when purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller.

The NETGEAR OnCall 24x7 contract provides unlimited phone and email technical support for your networking product.

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