Allied Telesis AT-FS980M/52 – 48-Port Managed Fast Ethernet Switch with SFP Uplinks

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis FS980M/52 is a fully managed 48-port Fast Ethernet switch built for high-density access layer deployments in enterprise campuses, commercial buildings, and SMB networks. This Allied Telesis FS980M 48-port managed fast ethernet switch combines 48 x 10/100TX ports with 4 x 100/1000X SFP combo uplinks and VCStack stacking capability—delivering a cost-effective, high-port-count solution for organizations that need a stackable managed 48-port fast ethernet switch with centralized AMF management.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis CentreCOM FS980M/52 is a cost-effective, fully managed 48-port Fast Ethernet access switch with stacking capability, designed for environments requiring high port density without the premium cost of Gigabit-to-the-desktop. The switch offers 48 x 10/100TX RJ-45 ports and 4 x 100/1000X SFP uplink and stacking ports that serve as both Gigabit fiber uplinks and VCStack interconnects for stacking up to 4 units together. As part of the Allied Telesis Management Framework (AMF), the FS980M/52 supports zero-touch provisioning, automated configuration backup, and network-wide recovery—reducing the operational overhead of managing multiple switches across distributed campuses or multi-floor buildings. Layer 4 traffic classification and per-port bandwidth limiting make the switch well suited for multi-tenant office deployments where QoS enforcement is needed for voice, video, and data traffic. The AlliedWare Plus operating system provides an industry-standard CLI and an intuitive web GUI, making configuration and monitoring straightforward for network engineers and IT managers alike. Optical fiber uplink support via the SFP ports enables long-distance connectivity between wiring closets, while twisted-pair access ports cover standard 100-meter runs to endpoints. The unit is wall-mountable and supports rack installation at 1U height, 7.50 lb, 17.3 x 10.1 x 1.7 in—compact enough for IDF closets and open-frame racks. TUV certification and eco-conscious design keep operational costs low.

Key Features

• 48 x 10/100Base-TX Ports — High-density fast ethernet access for up to 48 endpoints per switch unit.
• 4 x 100/1000X SFP Uplink/Stacking Ports — Dual-function as Gigabit fiber uplinks or VCStack stacking ports.
• VCStack Stacking Support — Stack up to 4 FS980M switches via SFP ports for unified management and increased port density.
• AMF Zero-Touch Management — Allied Telesis Management Framework for automated provisioning, backup, and network-wide recovery.
• Layer 4 Traffic Classification — Per-port QoS and bandwidth limiting for multi-tenant and multi-application environments.
• AlliedWare Plus OS — Enterprise CLI and web GUI management with comprehensive feature support.
• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN and Jumbo Frame Support — Interoperable with modern backbone infrastructure and large-frame applications.
• Fixed Built-In AC Power Supply — US power cord included; no external PSU required.
• Wall-Mountable and Rack-Mountable — Flexible deployment in structured wiring closets and open-frame IDF enclosures.
• Optical Fiber Uplink Support — SFP slots accept multimode and single-mode fiber modules for inter-closet runs.

Typical Applications

• High-density access layer in enterprise campuses and multi-floor buildings
• SMB network wiring closet with stackable port expansion
• Multi-tenant commercial office with per-port QoS and VLAN segmentation
• Conference room and classroom desktop connectivity
• IDF-to-MDF fiber uplink with twisted-pair edge access
• Distributed campus networks managed via AMF

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the AT-FS980M/52 support PoE?

No. The FS980M/52 is a non-PoE model. For PoE+ capability in a 24-port configuration, consider the AT-FS980M/28PS. For PoE+ on Gigabit ports, consider the GS970M series.

Q: Can the FS980M/52 be stacked with other FS980M switches?

Yes. The FS980M/52 supports VCStack stacking through its 4 x SFP ports. Up to 4 FS980M units can be stacked for a single managed stack with combined port density and a unified management address.

Q: What is the maximum uplink speed to the core switch?

The 4 x SFP ports support 100/1000X, providing up to 1 Gigabit per uplink. Multiple uplinks can be configured for link aggregation (LACP) to increase aggregate uplink bandwidth.

Q: How is the FS980M/52 managed?

It runs AlliedWare Plus and supports CLI (SSH/Telnet/console), web GUI, SNMP, and Allied Telesis AMF for zero-touch provisioning, automated backup, and centralized multi-switch management.

Q: Is the FS980M/52 suitable for a multi-tenant office building?

Yes. Layer 4 traffic classifiers and per-port bandwidth limiting make it well suited for multi-tenant environments where traffic isolation and QoS enforcement across multiple business units is required.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-FS980M/52-10?

The AT-FS980M/52-10 is available at Creation Networks — creationnetworks.net — an authorized Allied Telesis reseller providing competitive pricing and technical pre-sales assistance.