Allied Telesis AT-GS950/16-10 16PORT 10/100/1000BT PLUS 2 SFP WEBSMART SWITCH

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-GS950/16-10 is a 16-port WebSmart gigabit switch combining the simplicity of unmanaged switching with the essential Layer 2 management features of a managed switch — at a price that makes web-based management accessible at the network edge. Two shared SFP combo ports provide flexible gigabit uplinks via fiber or copper SFP modules for connectivity to upstream distribution or core switches. Unlike the GS950/16PS variant, the AT-GS950/16-10 is a non-PoE model, making it the right choice for environments where port density and management capability are required but powered device support is not. Available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net as an ideal edge switch for small-to-medium business networks.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis GS950/16 WebSmart switch provides 16 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 ports with a non-blocking switching architecture and 2 shared SFP combo ports for gigabit fiber or copper uplink flexibility. The intuitive browser-based management interface gives network administrators access to essential Layer 2 features — VLAN configuration, QoS priority queuing, link aggregation, port mirroring, and Spanning Tree — without requiring command-line expertise or expensive software licensing. IEEE 802.1Q port-based VLAN segmentation and IEEE 802.1p QoS priority queuing allow administrators to isolate traffic and prioritize latency-sensitive applications such as VoIP and video. IEEE 802.1x port-based and MAC-based network access control with RADIUS authentication prevents unauthorized devices from connecting to the switch fabric. IGMP snooping (v1/v2) optimizes multicast traffic distribution, reducing unnecessary bandwidth consumption on ports that are not subscribed to multicast streams. Port trunking and link aggregation provide increased uplink bandwidth and failover redundancy. The fanless design ensures silent operation, ideal for office environments. Rated at 60 Hz and wall or rack-mountable, the GS950/16 ships with wall and 19″ rack-mount brackets and a U.S. power cord. Available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.

Key Features

• 16x 10/100/1000Base-T Ports — Full gigabit connectivity on all 16 RJ-45 ports with non-blocking switching architecture.
• 2x Shared SFP Combo Ports — Gigabit fiber or copper SFP uplinks; each combo port is shared with an RJ-45 port for flexible uplink configuration.
• WebSmart Management — Browser-based GUI for VLAN, QoS, link aggregation, port mirroring, spanning tree, and diagnostics — no CLI required.
• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN — Port-based VLAN segmentation for network isolation and security without a fully managed switch.
• IEEE 802.1x Access Control — Port-based and MAC-based NAC with RADIUS authentication to prevent unauthorized network access.
• IGMP Snooping v1/v2 — Optimizes multicast distribution, preventing unnecessary flooding of video and multicast traffic.
• Link Aggregation / Port Trunking — Bond multiple ports for higher uplink bandwidth or active-passive failover redundancy.
• Fanless Design — Silent operation, suitable for open offices, classrooms, and noise-sensitive environments.
• No PoE — Pure switching, no PoE budget overhead — right-sized for environments with separately powered devices.

Typical Applications

• Small and medium business edge switching with web-based management
• Workgroup switch in offices where VLAN separation and QoS are required
• Classrooms, libraries, and public-sector networks needing simple managed switching
• Distribution-tier switching for environments with separately powered access points and IP phones
• Retail and hospitality networks requiring traffic segmentation without full management overhead
• Wiring-closet deployment where rack space is limited and fanless operation is preferred

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the AT-GS950/16-10 support PoE?

No. The AT-GS950/16-10 is a non-PoE WebSmart switch. If you require Power over Ethernet, consider the AT-GS950/16PS, which provides PoE+ on all 16 ports.

Q: What is a WebSmart switch and how does it differ from a fully managed switch?

A WebSmart switch provides browser-based management of key Layer 2 features (VLAN, QoS, link aggregation, access control) without the full CLI, SNMP, or advanced routing capabilities of a fully managed switch. It is simpler to deploy and manage while offering far more control than an unmanaged switch.

Q: How do the SFP combo ports work?

Each of the 2 SFP combo ports shares a physical port number with one RJ-45 port. When an SFP transceiver is installed, it takes priority over the shared RJ-45 port. This design allows flexible uplink configuration without increasing total port count.

Q: Can this switch be rack-mounted?

Yes. The package includes wall and 19" rack-mount brackets, so it can be deployed in standard 19" equipment racks as well as wall-mounted in wiring closets.

Q: Is the GS950/16 fanless?

Yes. The AT-GS950/16-10 is a fanless switch, producing no fan noise. This makes it suitable for open offices, classrooms, and other environments where acoustic noise is a concern.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-GS950/16-10?

The AT-GS950/16-10 is available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.