Allied Telesis AT-GS970M/18PS-R-10 L2+ MANAGED 16X10/100/1000MBPS 4XSFP UPLINK SLOTS 1 FIXED AC PS US

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis GS970M/18PS-R-10 is a compact 1U L2+ managed gigabit switch engineered for high-density network edge deployments. Featuring 16 PoE+ ports and 2 dedicated SFP uplink slots, this Allied Telesis GS970M 16-port PoE+ L2+ managed switch delivers reliable power and connectivity for access-layer devices including wireless APs, IP cameras, and VoIP endpoints. Backed by the AlliedWare Plus operating system and AMF edge node support, it reduces operational costs through centralized, automated network management.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis CentreCOM GS970M/18PS is a Layer 3 Lite (L2+) managed gigabit switch built for the network edge. Its 16 x 10/100/1000Base-T PoE+ ports each deliver up to 30W, enabling single-cable deployment of power-hungry edge devices, with a maximum PoE power budget of 247W supporting up to 16 PoE ports at 15W or 8 ports at 30W simultaneously. The two 100/1000X SFP uplink slots provide flexible fiber or copper uplink options to distribution or core switches. Running AlliedWare Plus, the GS970M/18PS-R-10 supports static routing and RIP for basic L3 environments, making it more capable than a pure L2 switch without the licensing overhead of a full L3 platform. Network Access Control (NAC) with IEEE 802.1x, MAC-based, and Web-based authentication secures the access layer against unauthorized devices. The Autonomous Management Framework (AMF) designates this switch as an edge node, enabling zero-touch provisioning and automated backup across the network domain. The compact 1U chassis (341 x 231 x 44 mm) fits standard 19-inch racks with the included rack mount kit, or mounts on a wall. The AT-GS970M/18PS-R-10 SKU includes a US power cord, making it ready for immediate North American deployment.

Key Features

• 16 x PoE+ Ports (IEEE 802.3at) — Up to 30W per port; 247W total PoE budget powers APs, cameras, and IP phones without separate injectors.
• 2 x 100/1000X SFP Uplinks — Dedicated fiber or copper uplink slots for flexible, high-speed connectivity to distribution layer switches.
• L2+ (Layer 3 Lite) Management — Static routing and RIP support provide inter-VLAN routing capability beyond standard L2 switching.
• AlliedWare Plus OS — Enterprise-class, modular operating system with CLI and GUI management; consistent across the Allied Telesis portfolio.
• AMF Edge Node — Autonomous Management Framework enables zero-touch provisioning, automated configuration backup, and centralized control.
• Network Access Control (NAC) — IEEE 802.1x, MAC-based, and Web authentication block unauthorized devices at the edge.
• IPv6 Ready — IPv6 Ready certified for future-proof network deployments.
• Eco-Friendly Design — Energy-efficient operation reduces power consumption and running costs.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise network edge access layer with PoE-powered endpoints
• Wireless LAN deployments powering 802.11ac/Wi-Fi 6 access points
• IP video surveillance systems requiring PoE+ for PTZ cameras
• VoIP phone deployments in offices and branch locations
• SMB and mid-enterprise wiring closet switching
• Converged voice, video, and data access networks

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the GS970M/18PS and GS970M/18?

The GS970M/18PS includes Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) on all 16 copper ports with a 247W PoE budget. The GS970M/18 has the same port count and form factor but does not provide PoE.

Q: Is the AT-GS970M/18PS-R-10 a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch?

It is an L2+ switch, also called Layer 3 Lite. It supports static routing and RIP for basic inter-VLAN routing, going beyond standard Layer 2 but without the full dynamic routing protocols of a dedicated Layer 3 switch.

Q: What does the AMF edge node designation mean?

Allied Telesis Autonomous Management Framework (AMF) allows this switch to be managed as part of a wider AMF network domain. As an edge node, it supports zero-touch provisioning, automated configuration backup, and centralized management from an AMF master or controller.

Q: How many PoE+ devices can this switch power simultaneously?

With a 247W PoE budget, the GS970M/18PS can power up to 8 devices at the full 30W PoE+ rate, or up to 16 devices at 15W PoE rate, or a mix within the 247W total budget.

Q: Does this switch include a rack mount kit?

The -R suffix in the SKU (AT-GS970M/18PS-R-10) indicates the rack mount kit is included. The switch can also be wall-mounted or used as a desktop unit.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-GS970M/18PS-R-10?

The AT-GS970M/18PS-R-10 is available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net, an authorized Allied Telesis reseller.