Allied Telesis AT-X530-28GTXM-J90 – JITC Multi-Gigabit Layer 3 Stackable Switch

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis AT-X530-28GTXM-J90 is a JITC-certified Layer 3 stackable switch designed for U.S. Department of Defense and federal network deployments requiring validated interoperability. Unlike the PoE-equipped GPXM and x530DP variants, this model carries no Power over Ethernet — making it the purpose-built Allied Telesis x530 JITC multi-gigabit Layer 3 switch for access-layer environments where PoE is handled separately. Four dedicated multi-gigabit copper ports (100M/1G/2.5G/5G-T) support high-speed 802.11ac/ax access points over existing Cat5e/Cat6 cabling, while 20 standard Gigabit ports and 4 SFP+ uplinks complete the 28-port lineup.

Product Description

The AT-X530-28GTXM-J90 addresses one of the most specific procurement requirements in government networking: a fully managed, JITC-listed Layer 3 switch with multi-gigabit copper access and no PoE overhead. The -J90 suffix denotes JITC (Joint Interoperability Test Command) certification, confirming the unit has passed DoD interoperability testing for deployment in classified and mission-critical environments. This distinguishes it completely from the AT-X530-28GPXM-B11 (PoE+, 802.3at, 740W budget) and the AT-X530DP-28GHXM series (PoE++, 802.3bt, 1480W budget), which are enterprise PoE switches without JITC listing. The switch delivers 20 ports of 10/100/1000Base-T access plus 4 ports of true multi-gigabit copper (100M/1G/2.5G/5G-T) for high-bandwidth endpoints such as Wi-Fi 6 APs and IP surveillance cameras powered from a separate PoE injector or switch. Four SFP+ slots provide 10G uplink capacity to the distribution layer. VCStack technology allows stacking up to 8 units over local links or Long Distance Stacking (VCStack LD) over fiber, creating a resilient virtual chassis with no single point of failure. Allied Telesis Autonomous Management Framework (AMF) centralizes configuration and zero-touch recovery across the entire stack. Dual built-in power supplies with near-hitless failover ensure continuous operation during maintenance. The AlliedWare Plus operating system supports full IPv4/IPv6 routing, OSPF, BGP, PBR, OpenFlow SDN, EPSR ring protection, and tri-authentication (802.1X, MAC, web). Power consumption is 55W (switch only, no PoE). The unit is rack-mountable in 1U and ships with 19-inch rack brackets. Available for immediate order at creationnetworks.net.

Key Features

• JITC Certified (-J90) — Validated for DoD and federal deployments requiring Joint Interoperability Test Command listing.
• No PoE — 55W switch-only power consumption; ideal where PoE is handled by dedicated infrastructure.
• 4x Multi-Gigabit Copper Ports (100M/1G/2.5G/5G-T) — Deliver 2.5G and 5G to Wi-Fi 6/6E APs and high-bandwidth endpoints over existing Cat5e/Cat6 wiring.
• 20x 10/100/1000Base-T Access Ports — Standard Gigabit RJ-45 for general endpoint connectivity.
• 4x SFP+ 10G Uplinks — High-speed fiber or DAC uplinks to the distribution or core layer.
• VCStack (up to 8 units) — Stack locally or over long-distance fiber for unified management and hardware redundancy.
• AMF (Autonomous Management Framework) — Zero-touch provisioning, automated backup, and plug-and-play node recovery across the network.
• Dual Redundant Power Supplies — Near-hitless failover; 1U rack-mountable form factor.

Typical Applications

• DoD and federal agency access-layer deployments requiring JITC-certified switching
• Secure government campus networks with separate PoE infrastructure
• Enterprise wiring closets deploying Wi-Fi 6/6E APs needing 2.5G/5G uplinks over Cat5e/Cat6
• Distributed environments leveraging VCStack LD for long-distance resilient stacking
• SDN and OpenFlow-enabled network modernization projects

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does the -J90 suffix mean on this switch?

The -J90 suffix denotes JITC (Joint Interoperability Test Command) certification. This means the switch has been tested and validated by the DoD's interoperability authority and is approved for use in U.S. military and federal network environments.

Q: Does the AT-X530-28GTXM-J90 support Power over Ethernet?

No. This model has no PoE capability. If you require PoE+ on all ports, consider the AT-X530-28GPXM-B11 (802.3at, 30W per port, 740W budget). For PoE++ (802.3bt, up to 60W per port, 1480W budget), see the AT-X530DP-28GHXM series.

Q: How does this switch differ from the AT-X530-28GPXM-B11?

The GTXM-J90 is JITC-certified and has no PoE. The GPXM-B11 provides 802.3at PoE+ on all 24 copper ports (740W total budget) and includes a 1-year NCP software bundle, but is not JITC listed.

Q: What is the multi-gigabit copper capability on this switch?

Ports 21–24 support auto-negotiation across 100M, 1G, 2.5G, and 5G speeds over standard Cat5e or Cat6 copper cabling. This enables direct high-speed connections to Wi-Fi 6/6E access points without fiber infrastructure.

Q: What is VCStack and how many units can be stacked?

VCStack (Virtual Chassis Stacking) is Allied Telesis's proprietary stacking technology that presents multiple physical switches as a single logical device. Up to 8 x530-series units can be stacked locally or over long-distance fiber using VCStack LD.

Q: What routing protocols does AlliedWare Plus support on this switch?

AlliedWare Plus on the x530 series supports OSPFv2/v3, BGP, RIPv1/v2, PBR, static routing, and full IPv6 routing, as well as OpenFlow for SDN environments.

Q: Where can I purchase the AT-X530-28GTXM-J90?

The AT-X530-28GTXM-J90 is available at creationnetworks.net, an authorized Allied Telesis reseller.