Allied Telesis AT-X530-28GTXM-B11 – L3 Multi-Rate Stackable Switch with 1-Year NCP

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis x530-28GTXm (AT-X530-28GTXM-B11) is an enterprise-grade Allied Telesis x530 multi-rate stackable switch 1-year NCP bundle designed for high-density campus access and wiring-closet deployments. With 20 x 10/100/1000T ports, 4 x 100M/1G/2.5G/5G multi-gigabit copper ports, and 4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks, it delivers the multi-rate Ethernet connectivity required to support Wi-Fi 6 access points over existing Cat5e/Cat6 cabling. The included 1-Year NetCover Plus (NCP) service agreement provides next-business-day hardware replacement and software support, making this bundle an operationally efficient choice for enterprise IT teams. Available now from Creation Networks, an authorized Allied Telesis reseller.

Product Description

The AT-X530-28GTXM-B11 runs Allied Telesis AlliedWare Plus, an enterprise-class operating system providing a consistent, industry-standard CLI across all AlliedWare Plus devices. The four 100M/1G/2.5G/5G multi-rate copper ports automatically negotiate the highest supported speed, enabling seamless support for Wi-Fi 6 access points and next-generation PoE injectors over existing infrastructure without recabling. The four 10G SFP+ ports serve as high-speed uplinks to the distribution or core layer, or can be used as VCStack stacking ports. VCStack technology allows up to 8 x530 switches to be stacked locally or over long distances, presenting the entire stack as a single logical device to management systems. EPSRing and G.8032 ERPS provide sub-50ms failover for ring-topology resilient networks. Active Fiber Monitoring (AFM) detects unauthorized physical taps on fiber stacking and uplink cables. The B11 SKU bundles a 1-Year NetCover Plus (NCP) service contract, covering next-business-day advance hardware replacement, software releases, and access to Allied Telesis technical support. Power consumption is 55W maximum with dual hot-swap power supplies for redundancy. The 1U rack-mountable chassis fits standard 19-inch rack enclosures.

Key Features

• 20 x 10/100/1000T access ports — Standard Gigabit RJ-45 ports for connecting workstations, IP phones, and endpoints.
• 4 x 100M/1G/2.5G/5G multi-rate copper ports — Auto-negotiating multi-gigabit ports for Wi-Fi 6 APs and multi-rate uplinks over Cat5e/Cat6 cabling.
• 4 x 10G SFP+ ports — High-speed fiber or DAC uplinks to distribution/core; dual-use as VCStack ports.
• VCStack up to 8 units — Stack locally or over distance; entire stack managed as a single device.
• AlliedWare Plus OS — Enterprise-class feature set with industry-standard CLI, consistent across all AW+ platforms.
• EPSRing and G.8032 ERPS — Sub-50ms failover for resilient ring-based network topologies.
• Active Fiber Monitoring (AFM) — Detects unauthorized fiber taps on stacking and uplink links.
• AMF Plus (Autonomous Management Framework) — Network-wide zero-touch provisioning, configuration backup, and plug-and-play node recovery.
• Dual hot-swap power supplies — Load-sharing redundant PSUs for continuous uptime; 55W max consumption.
• 1-Year NetCover Plus (NCP) bundle — Advance hardware replacement, software updates, and technical support included.
• Layer 3 routing — Static, RIP, OSPFv2, BGP4 (with premium license), and IPv6 routing support.
• 1U rack-mountable — Standard 19-inch rack form factor; 17.4" x 12.7" x 1.7" footprint.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise campus access-layer wiring closet deployments
• Wi-Fi 6 aggregation over existing Cat5e/Cat6 cabling via multi-rate ports
• Stackable distribution layer with VCStack for simplified management
• Resilient ring networks using EPSRing or G.8032 ERPS
• Secure government and defense networks (TAA-compliant models available in series)
• Multi-building distributed campus with long-distance stacking

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the AT-X530-28GTXM-B11 and the AT-X530-28GTXM-10?

The B11 SKU includes a 1-Year NetCover Plus (NCP) service bundle covering advance hardware replacement and software support. The -10 SKU is the hardware-only unit without a bundled service contract.

Q: How many switches can be stacked using VCStack?

VCStack supports up to 8 x530-series units in a single logical stack. Stacking can be performed locally or over extended distances using fiber.

Q: Do the 4 multi-rate ports support existing Cat5e cabling?

Yes. The 100M/1G/2.5G/5G multi-rate ports support 2.5GbE over Cat5e and 5GbE over Cat6 cabling, enabling Wi-Fi 6 AP connectivity without infrastructure replacement.

Q: What SFP+ transceivers are compatible with the 10G uplink ports?

The SFP+ ports accept Allied Telesis-branded 10G SFP+ transceivers (SR, LR, ER) as well as compatible Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables. Third-party transceivers may require qualification.

Q: What does the NetCover Plus (NCP) bundle include?

NetCover Plus provides next-business-day advance hardware replacement, access to AlliedWare Plus software updates and patches, and access to Allied Telesis technical support for 1 year from date of purchase.

Q: Does this switch support IPv6 routing?

Yes. AlliedWare Plus supports IPv6 static routing, RIPng, and OSPFv3. Advanced routing protocols (OSPFv2, BGP4, PIM) are available via the AT-FL-x530-01 premium feature license.

Q: Is the AT-X530-28GTXM-B11 available for purchase through Creation Networks?

Yes. Creation Networks is an authorized Allied Telesis reseller. Visit creationnetworks.net to request a quote or place an order.