Allied Telesis AT-X230-10GP-R-90 L2+ MANAGED SWITCH 8 X 2X2:2 DUAL-RADIO 2.4/5GHZ AP

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-X230-10GP-R-90 is a compact L3 managed switch combining 8x 10/100/1000T PoE+ ports and 2x 100/1000X SFP uplinks with a rack-mountable (-R) form factor optimized for wiring closets and space-constrained deployments. Running the AlliedWare Plus operating system, this Allied Telesis x230 TAA-compliant managed switch delivers enterprise-grade security, AMF management automation, and SDN readiness in a 1U-compatible chassis that can also be desktop-mounted. Network engineers and IT managers who need a wall- or rack-deployable gigabit PoE+ switch for small workgroups or remote distribution points will find the x230-10GP an ideal fit.

Product Description

The AT-X230-10GP-R-90 is the rack-mount variant (-R suffix) of the Allied Telesis x230-10GP, an 8-port Gigabit PoE+ managed switch with 2 SFP uplinks from the x230 Series. With a 20Gbps switching fabric and 14.9Mpps forwarding rate, the switch delivers non-blocking performance suited to wireless access point distribution, IP camera aggregation, and compact office deployments. All 8 copper ports are PoE+-capable (IEEE 802.3at), with a maximum PoE budget of 124W supporting up to 8 devices at 15W or 4 devices at 30W simultaneously. The TAA-compliant (-90 suffix) design meets U.S. Trade Agreements Act requirements, making it suitable for federal, state, and education procurement. The x230 series runs AlliedWare Plus, providing an industry-standard CLI consistent across the full Allied Telesis product line, reducing staff training overhead. Security is enforced through 802.1x port-based authentication with dynamic VLAN assignment, tri-authentication, DHCP snooping, STP root guard, BPDU protection, and VLAN ACLs — providing layered protection against unauthorized access and network loop events. Allied Telesis AMF Plus integration allows the x230-10GP-R to be managed as part of a larger network fabric with zero-touch node recovery and centralized configuration management. OpenFlow v1.3 support readies the switch for Software Defined Networking architectures. Dimensions are 210 x 275 x 42.5 mm (8.27 x 10.83 x 1.67 in), weight 2.1 kg (4.6 lb). Available from Creation Networks with authorized Allied Telesis support.

Key Features

• 8x 10/100/1000T PoE+ Ports — IEEE 802.3at compliant with 124W total PoE budget; powers APs, cameras, and VoIP handsets.
• 2x 100/1000X SFP Uplink Ports — Dedicated, non-shared fiber or copper uplinks for reliable distribution connectivity.
• 20Gbps Non-Blocking Switching Fabric — 14.9Mpps forwarding rate ensures line-rate performance under full load.
• TAA Compliant (-90 SKU) — Meets U.S. Trade Agreements Act requirements for government and public sector procurement.
• AMF Plus Integration — Zero-touch node recovery, automated backups, and centralized management across the full network.
• Multi-Layer Security — 802.1x, tri-authentication, DHCP snooping, STP root guard, BPDU protection, VLAN ACLs, TACACS+ command authorization.
• SDN Ready with OpenFlow v1.3 — OpenFlow Conformance certified for Software Defined Networking deployments.
• Rack and Desktop Mountable — -R variant includes rack-mount kit compatibility; also supports desktop or wall mounting.

Typical Applications

• Small wiring closets requiring compact PoE+ switch with rack or wall mounting
• Remote distribution points in campus or branch office networks
• Wireless LAN deployments powering up to 8 access points from a single switch
• IP video surveillance aggregation at remote locations
• Government, education, and federal procurement requiring TAA-compliant hardware
• SDN-managed networks running OpenFlow v1.3 controllers

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does the "-R" suffix mean on AT-X230-10GP-R-90?

The -R suffix indicates the rack-mount variant of the x230-10GP. It includes or is compatible with a rack-mount kit (AT-RKMT-J14), enabling standard 19-inch rack installation in addition to desktop mounting.

Q: What does the "-90" suffix mean?

The -90 suffix designates TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance, required for U.S. government and public sector procurement. It confirms the product is manufactured in an approved country.

Q: Is this the same as the x230-10GP without the -R suffix?

Functionally, the x230-10GP-R has the same switching specifications as the x230-10GP. The -R variant is specifically configured for rack-mount deployment and may include the rack-mount hardware.

Q: Can the x230-10GP-R support OpenFlow out of the box?

OpenFlow v1.3 support requires a feature license (AT-FL-x230-OF13-1YR or AT-FL-x230-OF13-5YR). The switch hardware is SDN-ready upon delivery.

Q: How does AMF Plus differ from standard AMF?

AMF Plus extends standard AMF with enhanced security features including management traffic encryption, authorization, and monitoring, providing greater protection in multi-site or sensitive network environments.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-X230-10GP-R-90?

Available from Creation Networks, an authorized Allied Telesis reseller offering pre-sales engineering consultation and post-sales technical support.