Allied Telesis AT-XS916MXT-10 – 12-Port 10GBase-T Stackable Switch

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis XS916MXT 10GBase-T stackable switch provides 12 copper RJ-45 ports running at 100/1000/10Gbps, combined with 4 SFP/SFP+ fiber slots, in a 1U managed Layer 3 chassis. As a member of the XS900MX series, the AT-XS916MXT-10 is engineered for enterprise networks requiring high-speed copper-based 10G access to servers, storage, and high-performance workstations. IT managers looking to deploy a 10GBase-T access switch with stackable redundancy and centralized management will find this model an efficient, cost-effective choice for campus wiring closets and server rooms.

Product Description

The AT-XS916MXT-10 is Allied Telesis's copper-dominant XS900MX switch, featuring 12 x 100/1000/10GBASE-T RJ-45 ports that deliver native 10G over standard Cat6A cabling — eliminating the need for fiber infrastructure to connected servers and storage. Four SFP/SFP+ slots extend the switch's reach with fiber uplinks at 1G or 10G speeds, enabling integration into existing fiber backbone networks. Like all XS900MX series switches, the MXT-10 runs the AlliedWare Plus operating system and supports Allied Telesis Management Framework (AMF), delivering automated provisioning, centralized backup, and zero-touch recovery across the entire managed network. VCStack allows two XS900MX switches to form a single logical unit across up to 28 x 10G ports, all managed from a single IP address with seamless failover. EPSRing technology provides sub-50ms ring failover for high-availability topologies. Layer 3 switching capabilities handle inter-VLAN routing natively. The AT-XS916MXT-10 ships with a US power cord and is available at Creation Networks with expert pre- and post-sale support.

Key Features

• 12 x 100/1000/10GBase-T RJ-45 Ports — Native 10G copper connectivity over Cat6A; backward compatible with 1G and 100M devices.
• 4 x SFP/SFP+ Slots — Fiber uplink slots supporting 1G SFP and 10G SFP+ transceivers for backbone integration.
• VCStack Support — Two XS900MX switches stack via SFP+ DAC cables, presenting up to 28 x 10G ports as a single virtual switch.
• Layer 3 Switching — Inter-VLAN IP routing built in, no separate router required.
• EPSRing Resilience — Sub-50ms ring recovery for high-availability enterprise ring topologies.
• Allied Telesis Management Framework (AMF) — Centralized management, auto-backup, auto-upgrade, auto-provisioning, and zero-touch auto-recovery.
• AlliedWare Plus OS — Enterprise-class operating system with comprehensive routing and security feature set.
• 1U Rack-Mountable — Compact 1U chassis; 6.17 lb, 1.7" x 12.7" x 8.3".
• Twisted Pair and Optical Fiber Media — Supports both media types for deployment flexibility.
• TUV Certified — Meets international safety and environmental compliance standards.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise server room or data center access switch with 10GBase-T copper connections
• Campus wiring closet 10G access tier with fiber SFP+ uplinks to distribution
• High-performance workstation access in media, engineering, or research environments
• Stackable 10G switch pair providing high-availability redundancy via VCStack
• Aggregation switch connecting 10G servers and storage in small to mid-size networks

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the AT-XS916MXT-10 require special cabling for 10G copper?

Yes. 10GBase-T at full 10Gbps speeds requires Cat6A cabling up to 55 meters, or Cat7 up to 100 meters. Existing Cat5e/Cat6 infrastructure may support shorter runs at reduced speeds.

Q: Can I mix the AT-XS916MXT-10 and AT-XS916MXS-10 in a VCStack?

Yes. Both XS900MX series models are compatible VCStack members, allowing you to stack one copper-dominant and one fiber-dominant switch for a mixed 10G access stack of up to 28 ports.

Q: How many ports are available in a two-switch VCStack?

A two-unit VCStack of XS900MX switches provides up to 28 x 10G ports operating as a single logical switch in a single rack unit.

Q: What routing protocols does Layer 3 support cover?

The AlliedWare Plus OS supports static routing, RIP, OSPFv2, BGP, and PIM, with advanced protocol support available via optional feature licenses.

Q: What management options are available besides AMF?

The switch supports CLI via console and SSH, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, web GUI, and integration with Allied Telesis Vista Manager for graphical network management.

Q: Is this switch suited for PoE deployments?

The AT-XS916MXT-10 does not provide PoE. If Power over Ethernet is required, consider the Allied Telesis x510L or x530L series PoE models available at Creation Networks.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-XS916MXT-10?

The AT-XS916MXT-10 is available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net. Our team provides configuration guidance and volume pricing.