Allied Telesis AT-GS970M/28PS – 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ L2+ Managed Switch

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis GS970M/28PS is an L2+ managed Gigabit PoE+ switch engineered for high-density access layer deployments in commercial offices, wiring closets, and SMB networks. Delivering Gigabit connectivity to every desktop port, this Allied Telesis GS970M L2+ managed Gigabit PoE switch supports up to 24 PoE+ endpoints and provides 4 dedicated SFP uplink slots for fiber or Gigabit uplinks to aggregation switches. Its AlliedWare Plus operating system and AMF Plus framework make it a strong fit for enterprise-grade managed switch for wiring closet deployments and IP surveillance networks.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis CentreCOM GS970M/28PS is part of the GS970M Series of Layer 3 Lite managed switches, designed to provide Gigabit access with Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) at the network edge. The switch features 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 ports—all PoE+ capable—and 4 x 100/1000X SFP uplink slots for flexible fiber or Gigabit copper uplinks. With a maximum PoE power budget of 370W and support for up to 12 simultaneous 30W PoE+ devices, it is purpose-built for deployments that include IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones. The AlliedWare Plus enterprise-class operating system provides advanced VLAN, QoS, and access control functionality in a platform that also supports Static Routing and RIP for lightweight Layer 3 environments. Allied Telesis Autonomous Management Framework Plus (AMF Plus) enables centralized, automated management across multiple switches, dramatically reducing the time required for provisioning and troubleshooting. The Ethernet Protection Switched Ring (EPSRing) feature delivers resilient ring-based network topologies for environments requiring high availability. The unit is 1U rack-mountable and also supports wall-mount and desktop deployment, making it versatile for varied wiring closet configurations. Its eco-friendly power profile and fanless operation under low PoE loads reduce both noise and operating costs in open-office and conference room environments.

Key Features

• 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T PoE+ Ports — Full Gigabit access with IEEE 802.3at PoE+ on every copper port, delivering up to 30W per port.
• 4 x 100/1000X SFP Uplink Slots — Dedicated fiber or Gigabit uplinks for flexible connectivity to aggregation or core switches.
• 370W Total PoE Budget — Supports up to 24 PoE devices at 15W or up to 12 devices at full 30W PoE+.
• AlliedWare Plus OS — Enterprise-class operating system with CLI and GUI management, VLAN, QoS, ACL, and Layer 3 routing support.
• AMF Plus Autonomous Management — Centralized, zero-touch provisioning and automated recovery across the entire network.
• EPSRing Resilience — Ethernet Protection Switched Ring enables fast-failover ring topologies for high-availability networks.
• Static Routing and RIP — L3 Lite capabilities support inter-VLAN routing without a dedicated router in smaller network environments.
• Network Access Control (NAC) — Edge security enforcement to authenticate and authorize devices before granting network access.
• IPv6 Ready Certified — Validated conformance to IPv6 standards for future-proof network deployments.
• Flexible Form Factor — 1U rack-mountable, wall-mountable, or desktop; dimensions 440 x 290 x 44 mm (17.3 x 11.4 x 1.7 in), 10.4 lb.

Typical Applications

• Wiring closet access layer switch in commercial office buildings
• IP video surveillance camera PoE+ deployment
• Wireless access point PoE+ distribution across SMB floors
• VoIP phone deployment with inline power and VLAN segmentation
• SMB network edge with lightweight Layer 3 inter-VLAN routing
• High-density desktop Gigabit access for enterprise workgroups

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What PoE standard does the AT-GS970M/28PS support?

The switch supports IEEE 802.3at (PoE+), delivering up to 30W per port. The total PoE power budget is 370W, supporting up to 24 devices at 15W or 12 devices at the full 30W PoE+ rate simultaneously.

Q: Can I use fiber uplinks with this switch?

Yes. The AT-GS970M/28PS includes 4 dedicated 100/1000X SFP uplink slots (non-shared) that accept standard SFP modules for single-mode or multimode fiber, as well as Gigabit copper SFPs.

Q: Does this switch support stacking?

The GS970M/28PS does not include dedicated stacking ports. However, it is fully compatible with Allied Telesis AMF Plus, which provides centralized management and virtual stacking across multiple switches without requiring dedicated stack cabling.

Q: What management interfaces are available?

The switch runs AlliedWare Plus and supports CLI (SSH/Telnet/console), a web-based GUI, SNMP, and Allied Telesis AMF Plus for centralized zero-touch management and automated recovery.

Q: Does the AT-GS970M/28PS support Layer 3 routing?

Yes. It is an L2+ (Layer 3 Lite) switch supporting Static Routing and RIPv1/v2 for inter-VLAN and lightweight routed deployments, making a separate router unnecessary in smaller environments.

Q: Is this switch compatible with existing SFP modules?

The 4 SFP slots are standard 100/1000X slots. Allied Telesis recommends using Allied Telesis-branded SFP modules for guaranteed compatibility and full support. Third-party SFPs may function but are not officially supported.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-GS970M/28PS-10?

The AT-GS970M/28PS-10 is available through Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net, an authorized Allied Telesis reseller providing competitive pricing and pre-sales technical support.