Allied Telesis AT-FS980M/28PS – 24-Port PoE+ Fast Ethernet Stackable Switch

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis FS980M/28PS is a fully managed 24-port PoE+ Fast Ethernet switch designed for cost-effective, stackable access layer deployments. This Allied Telesis FS980M 24-port PoE+ fast ethernet switch delivers 30W PoE+ on all 24 copper ports, 4 x 100/1000X SFP uplink and stacking ports, and AMF-based zero-touch management—making it ideal for SMB wiring closet deployments and IP camera or VoIP rollouts requiring a stackable managed fast ethernet switch with PoE+.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis CentreCOM FS980M/28PS is a cost-effective, fully managed Fast Ethernet switch suited for the access layer of SMB and enterprise branch networks. It provides 24 x 10/100TX PoE+ ports capable of delivering up to 30W per port under the IEEE 802.3at standard, along with 4 x 100/1000X SFP ports that serve dual duty as both Gigabit uplinks and VCStack stacking ports. Stacking up to 4 units via the SFP ports extends port density and resiliency without additional licensing costs, providing a scalable platform that grows with the network. As part of the Allied Telesis Management Framework (AMF), the FS980M/28PS benefits from centralized management, automated provisioning, and zero-touch recovery—significantly reducing day-to-day operational overhead in multi-switch environments. Layer 4 traffic classifiers and per-port bandwidth limiting support multi-tenant and multi-business unit deployments where traffic isolation and QoS enforcement are required. The fixed built-in AC power supply ensures stable, consistent voltage delivery to all connected PoE+ devices including IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP handsets. The 1U form factor supports both rack-mount and wall-mount installation at 17.3 x 13.6 x 1.7 in, making it suitable for both structured wiring closets and remote IDF locations. IEEE 802.1Q VLAN support with jumbo frame compatibility ensures interoperability with modern backbone infrastructure.

Key Features

• 24 x 10/100TX PoE+ Ports — IEEE 802.3at compliant, up to 30W per port for cameras, APs, and VoIP phones.
• 4 x 100/1000X SFP Ports — Dual-function as Gigabit uplinks or VCStack stacking ports for up to 4-unit stacks.
• VCStack Stacking — Stack up to 4 FS980M switches via SFP ports for increased port density and unified management.
• AMF Zero-Touch Management — Allied Telesis Management Framework enables automated provisioning and network-wide recovery.
• Layer 4 Traffic Classification — QoS enforcement and bandwidth limiting per port for multi-tenant environments.
• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Support — Full VLAN tagging and jumbo frame compatibility for integration with modern core switches.
• Fixed Built-In AC Power Supply — Eliminates external PSU dependency; included US power cord.
• Wall and Rack Mountable — 1U form factor with support for both rack-mount and wall-mount installation.
• AlliedWare Plus OS — CLI and GUI management with full feature set for enterprise access layer control.
• TUV Certified, Environmentally Friendly — Eco-conscious design for reduced running costs and compliance with environmental standards.

Typical Applications

• SMB and enterprise branch wiring closet access layer
• IP video surveillance PoE+ distribution
• VoIP phone infrastructure with VLAN segmentation
• Wireless access point deployment with PoE+
• Multi-tenant office networks with per-port QoS
• Stackable access layer for growing network port density

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many PoE+ devices can the FS980M/28PS power simultaneously?

All 24 copper ports support IEEE 802.3at PoE+ at up to 30W per port. The total number of simultaneous 30W devices depends on the overall PoE power budget; consult the Allied Telesis datasheet for total PoE wattage for this model.

Q: Can the FS980M/28PS be stacked with other FS980M switches?

Yes. The FS980M/28PS supports VCStack stacking via its SFP ports. Up to 4 FS980M switches can be stacked together for increased port density and unified management under a single management IP.

Q: What is the difference between the FS980M/28PS and the GS970M/28PS?

The FS980M/28PS provides 24 x Fast Ethernet (10/100TX) copper ports with PoE+, while the GS970M/28PS provides 24 x Gigabit (10/100/1000T) copper ports with PoE+. The FS980M series is lower cost and suited for environments where desktop Gigabit is not required. Both series support AMF management.

Q: Does the FS980M/28PS support VLAN configuration?

Yes. The switch supports IEEE 802.1Q tagged VLANs and is compatible with jumbo frames (extra-long packets), ensuring interoperability with modern backbone and core switch infrastructure.

Q: What management options are available?

The FS980M/28PS runs AlliedWare Plus, supporting CLI (SSH/Telnet/console), web-based GUI, SNMP, and Allied Telesis AMF for centralized management, zero-touch provisioning, and automated configuration recovery.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-FS980M/28PS-10?

The AT-FS980M/28PS-10 is available through Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net, an authorized Allied Telesis reseller offering competitive pricing and technical pre-sales support.