Allied Telesis AT-X530-18GHXM-B11 – Multi-Gig PoE++ L3 Stackable Switch with 1-Year NCP

Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-X530-18GHXM-B11 is a Layer 3 stackable switch with 16 multi-rate PoE++ ports and a 720W total PoE budget, purpose-built for high-density wireless deployments and power-intensive endpoint environments. Each of the 16 copper ports supports IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ at up to 90W per port, delivering the power required for Wi-Fi 6/6E access points, PTZ cameras, and next-generation powered devices. The -B11 suffix indicates inclusion of a 1-Year Allied Telesis Network Coverage Program (NCP) support bundle. With AlliedWare Plus, VCStack, and AMF, this switch integrates into managed enterprise and campus network architectures without compromising on L3 capability.

Description

Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E access points demand more than traditional PoE switches can provide — they require both higher per-port wattage (IEEE 802.3bt, up to 90W) and faster backhaul speeds (2.5G or 5G) to fully utilize the throughput these APs can deliver. The AT-X530-18GHXM-B11 is designed specifically for this convergence, combining 802.3bt PoE++ with multi-rate copper speeds on all 16 access ports.

Each port auto-negotiates at 100Mbps, 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps, or 5Gbps, ensuring that high-performance APs and multi-gig-capable endpoints receive appropriate backhaul without requiring new cabling infrastructure. The 720W total PoE budget supports fully loading all 16 ports with power-hungry devices, provided the PoE allocation is managed appropriately through AlliedWare Plus PoE priority settings.

Two SFP+ uplinks (10GbE) connect the switch to distribution or core infrastructure, maintaining an uplink capacity ratio appropriate for dense access deployments. VCStack allows multiple AT-X530-18GHXM units to be combined for increased port density, and AMF delivers zero-touch provisioning and centralized management — critical in large campus wireless deployments where dozens of access switches may need simultaneous firmware updates or configuration changes.

The B11 bundle includes a 1-Year Allied Telesis Network Coverage Program (NCP) support contract, providing software updates, technical support, and advanced hardware replacement coverage. This is a meaningful operational consideration for enterprise IT teams with support SLA requirements. For Wi-Fi 6/6E deployment planning or volume pricing, contact Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 16x IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ Ports: Full 802.3bt support delivers up to 90W per port to power Wi-Fi 6/6E APs, PTZ cameras, and next-generation powered devices.
• 720W Total PoE Budget: Large aggregate PoE capacity supports dense deployments without requiring external power injectors or midspans.
• Multi-Rate Copper (100M/1G/2.5G/5G-T): All 16 ports auto-negotiate at up to 5G, matching the backhaul requirements of high-throughput Wi-Fi 6/6E access points.
• 2x SFP+ Uplinks (10GbE): Fiber or DAC uplinks to aggregation and core ensure sufficient bandwidth for upstream traffic from high-density wireless environments.
• Layer 3 Routing (AlliedWare Plus): Full L3 protocol support including OSPF, BGP, and PIM multicast for flexible network design at access and distribution tiers.
• VCStack Stacking: Combine multiple units into a single logical switch to scale port count without adding management complexity.
• AMF Network Management: Zero-touch provisioning, automated backup and recovery, and network-wide management from a single management point.
• 1-Year NCP Bundle (-B11): Includes one year of Allied Telesis Network Coverage Program support — software updates, technical support, and hardware replacement coverage.

Typical Applications

• High-density Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E campus deployments where every AP requires both 802.3bt power and multi-gig backhaul from a single switch port.
• Conference centers and auditoriums with dense wireless client loads demanding maximum per-port PoE wattage and 2.5G/5G uplinks to APs.
• Healthcare facilities deploying high-power medical-grade wireless devices, IP cameras, and access points on a converged PoE infrastructure.
• K-12 and higher education networks refreshing wireless infrastructure to support Wi-Fi 6E without replacing existing structured cabling.
• Enterprise distribution-layer deployments aggregating multiple standard GbE access switches while delivering PoE++ to select high-power devices.
• Hospitality environments requiring high-density wireless and powered devices in meeting rooms and guest areas from a compact 1U switch.

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