Allied Telesis AT-X930-28GTX-901 – 24-Port Gigabit Layer 3 Stackable Switch

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-X930-28GTX-901 is a high-performance Allied Telesis x930 24-port Gigabit switch designed for enterprise campus distribution and network core deployments requiring wire-speed Layer 3 routing without PoE. Featuring 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T copper access ports and four 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks, the X930-28GTX delivers the routing performance, stacking flexibility, and unified management capabilities required by enterprise IT teams. Its VCStack virtual chassis architecture and full Allied Telesis Management Framework (AMF) integration make it the ideal choice as a Layer 3 stackable enterprise distribution switch and managed 24-port Gigabit switch with 10G uplinks.

Product Description

The AT-X930-28GTX-901 provides 24 non-PoE Gigabit copper ports with full Layer 3 routing support, making it a cost-effective choice for distribution or core switch deployments where Power over Ethernet is not required. Four 10GBase-X SFP+ uplink ports deliver the upstream bandwidth needed for aggregating traffic from multiple access-layer switches in enterprise campus environments. The modular design includes an additional expansion slot for optional interface modules, providing deployment flexibility as network requirements evolve.

VCStack technology allows up to 8 x930 Series units to operate as a single logical switch with up to 160 Gbps of stacking bandwidth per unit. This enables IT teams to scale port density without adding management complexity — the entire stack is configured and monitored as one device. VCStack LD extends this capability over fiber, enabling geographically distributed buildings to participate in a single logical chassis. Combined with dual hot-swappable load-sharing power supplies and near-hitless online stack reconfiguration, the AT-X930-28GTX-901 is architected for the high availability requirements of production enterprise networks.

The Allied Telesis Management Framework (AMF) reduces the operational overhead of managing large networks by automating configuration backups, software updates, and fault recovery across all AMF-member devices. Wireless Manager integration enables centralized provisioning and monitoring of Allied Telesis TQ Series access points directly from the x930 switch, eliminating the need for a dedicated wireless controller. Advanced security features including tri-authentication (802.1X, MAC, and web-based), loop guard, and comprehensive ACL support protect the network end-to-end. The x930-28GTX is OpenFlow v1.3 ready and supports a full IPv6 feature set for future-proof campus networking. Order today through Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T Copper Ports — Wire-speed Gigabit access for high-density wiring closet or distribution layer deployments.
• 4 x 10GBase-X SFP+ Uplinks — High-bandwidth fiber connectivity to campus core or server aggregation switches.
• Layer 3 Routing — Full inter-VLAN routing with support for OSPF, RIP, and advanced routing protocols.
• VCStack Virtual Chassis Stacking — Stack up to 8 units into a single logical device with 160 Gbps stacking bandwidth per switch.
• VCStack LD (Long Distance) — Distribute stack members across buildings over fiber without performance penalty.
• Dual Hot-Swappable PSUs — Redundant, load-sharing power supplies for continuous operation during maintenance.
• Allied Telesis Management Framework (AMF) — Network-wide automated management, configuration, and recovery for wired and wireless.
• Wireless Manager Integration — Centrally manage Allied Telesis TQ Series APs from the switch without a separate controller.
• EPSRing Resilient Ring Protocol — Fast ring-based failover for distributed network segments.
• Tri-Authentication Security — 802.1X, MAC-based, and web-based endpoint authentication for comprehensive access control.
• SDN / OpenFlow v1.3 Ready — Compatible with software-defined networking deployments.
• IPv6 Full Feature Set — Dual-stack IPv6 support for forward-compatible network design.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise campus distribution switch for non-PoE access aggregation
• Network core switch for medium to large enterprise environments
• Government and public sector network distribution layer
• University and education campus core networking
• Healthcare LAN distribution for wired device aggregation
• Multi-site enterprise networks using VCStack LD fiber stacking

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the AT-X930-28GTX-901 and the AT-X930-28GPX-901?

The X930-28GTX-901 does not include PoE+ capability on its copper ports, making it a lower-cost option for deployments where Power over Ethernet is not required. The X930-28GPX-901 adds IEEE 802.3at PoE+ to all 24 copper ports.

Q: How many units can be combined in a VCStack?

Up to 8 x930 Series units can be stacked into a single logical VCStack with 160 Gbps of stacking bandwidth per switch, all managed as one device.

Q: Can the switch stack across multiple buildings?

Yes. VCStack LD (Long Distance) supports stacking over fiber connections between physically separate buildings, ideal for distributed campus environments.

Q: Does this switch support Layer 3 routing protocols such as OSPF?

Yes. The x930-28GTX is a full Layer 3 switch supporting inter-VLAN routing as well as dynamic routing protocols including OSPF and RIP.

Q: What uplink speeds are supported?

Four SFP+ expansion slots support 10GBase-X transceivers for 10 Gigabit fiber uplinks to core or aggregation switches.

Q: Is redundant power supported?

Yes. The AT-X930-28GTX-901 supports dual hot-swappable load-sharing power supplies, allowing one PSU to be replaced without interrupting network operation.

Q: Where can I purchase this switch?

The AT-X930-28GTX-901 is available from Creation Networks, an authorized Allied Telesis reseller offering pre-sales consultation and ongoing technical support.