Allied Telesis AT-X310-50FT-90 TAA L2+ MANAGE STACKABLE SWITCH 48PORTS 10/100MBPS 2PORT SFP/COPPER

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-X310-50FT-90 is a TAA-compliant, L2+ managed stackable switch delivering 48 x 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet access ports and 2 x combo Gigabit SFP/copper uplinks in a 1U rack-mount form factor. Designed for cost-effective enterprise edge deployments, the x310-50FT provides advanced Layer 2+ and limited Layer 3 management features without the price premium of a full Gigabit access switch — the right choice where 100Mbps to the desktop is entirely sufficient and per-port cost matters. Up to four units can be stacked via built-in stacking ports, creating a unified 192-port logical switch managed as a single device. TAA compliance (suffix -90) qualifies this switch for US government and federal procurement.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis x310 48-port Fast Ethernet TAA L2+ managed switch is purpose-built for the network edge in environments where 10/100Mbps is the prevailing access speed and Gigabit to the desktop is unnecessary or cost-prohibitive. The 48 access ports operate at 10/100BASE-TX, supporting legacy IP phones, VoIP endpoints, building automation devices, access control panels, security cameras, and general workstations in environments such as education, healthcare, and government facilities. Two combo uplink ports accept either a Gigabit SFP fiber module or a 10/100/1000BASE-T copper connection, providing flexible Gigabit uplink options to the distribution layer. The x310-50FT runs AlliedWare Plus, Allied Telesis's enterprise-class operating system, enabling a comprehensive feature set including VLAN segmentation, QoS, ACLs, IGMP snooping, spanning tree, and limited Layer 3 routing (with the optional Premium license). Stacking via two built-in stacking ports allows up to four x310 units to be combined into a single logical switch with 192 Fast Ethernet ports, managed from one IP address — a significant operational simplification for large-floor wiring closet deployments. The TAA-90 suffix confirms compliance with the Trade Agreements Act, meeting mandatory requirements for federal, state, and local government purchasing. At 10.14 lbs in a 1U rack chassis, the x310-50FT is a compact, reliable solution for Fast Ethernet access layers where capital budget efficiency is the primary driver.

Key Features

• 48 x 10/100BASE-TX Ports — Fast Ethernet (not Gigabit) access ports for cost-optimized deployments where 100Mbps meets endpoint bandwidth requirements.
• 2 x Combo Gigabit Uplinks — Each uplink accepts either a 100/1000X SFP module or a 10/100/1000BASE-T copper connection for flexible distribution connectivity.
• Stackable — Up to 4 Units — Two built-in stacking ports allow up to 4 x310 units to form a single logical switch, scaling to 192 ports managed as one device.
• TAA Compliant (-90) — Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for US government and federal procurement.
• AlliedWare Plus Operating System — Enterprise-class OS with VLAN, QoS, ACLs, IGMP snooping, spanning tree, and optional Layer 3 routing via Premium license.
• L2+ Management — Full Layer 2 feature set plus basic Layer 3 capability without the cost of a full multilayer switch.
• 1U Rack-Mount Form Factor — 440 x 310 x 44mm chassis installs in a standard 1U rack space.
• Optional PoE+ Model Available — The x310-50FP variant adds PoE+ to all 48 ports; the x310-50FT (this model) is non-PoE.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise and government wiring-closet Fast Ethernet access switching
• Education campus edge switching where 100Mbps to the desktop is standard
• Healthcare facility device and terminal connectivity over 10/100 cabling infrastructure
• Building automation, access control, and legacy IP phone deployments
• Federal and state government deployments requiring TAA-compliant hardware
• Cost-sensitive access layer refreshes where upgrading to Gigabit is not justified

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are the 48 access ports Gigabit or Fast Ethernet?

The 48 access ports on the AT-X310-50FT-90 are 10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet — they do not support Gigabit speeds. The two uplink ports are Gigabit combo ports. Choose the x310-50FT when 100Mbps access is sufficient; consider the x510 or x530 series for Gigabit to the desktop.

Q: What is TAA compliance and why does it matter?

The Trade Agreements Act (TAA) restricts US government purchases to products manufactured in the US or approved countries. The -90 suffix on this model confirms TAA compliance, making it eligible for federal, state, and local government procurement programs including GSA schedules.

Q: How does stacking work on the x310-50FT?

Up to four x310 units can be connected via the two built-in Gigabit stacking ports using Allied Telesis VCStack technology. The stack appears as a single logical switch with one IP address and one management plane, simplifying operations in large wiring-closet deployments.

Q: Does the x310-50FT support Power over Ethernet?

No. The AT-X310-50FT-90 is a non-PoE model. For PoE+ on all 48 access ports, consider the AT-X310-50FP which provides up to 370W PoE budget across the same port count.

Q: Can I add Layer 3 routing beyond L2+?

Yes. The optional AT-FL-x310-01 Premium License unlocks additional routing protocols including OSPF, RIP, PIM multicast, and VRRP. The x310 also supports OpenFlow v1.3 via a separate annual license for SDN deployments.

Q: What uplink options does the x310-50FT provide?

Two combo uplink ports each accept either a 100/1000X SFP fiber module or a 10/100/1000BASE-T copper RJ-45 connection. This provides flexibility for connecting to upstream switches over either fiber or copper at Gigabit speeds.