NETGEAR GS724T GS724T GS724T

GS724T
24-port Gigabit Smart Switch
Management at an Unmanaged Price
Joining NETGEAR's family of Smart Switches with simple switch management at no extra cost,
this 24-port Gigabit switch is high on value and capability. With 24 10/100/1000 Mbps ports,
each capable of powering 2000 Mbps of data throughput in full-duplex mode, plus two
optional fiber ports, it provides fast backbone and connects servers or power users, delivering
large amounts of multimedia, image, and video information in no time at all. Ideal for
combining 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps devices it delivers 10/100/1000 automatic speed and
full/half-duplex sensing plus Auto Uplink™ on every port. Two hot-swappable Small Form-
factor Pluggable (SFP)** GBIC slots provide optional fiber connectivity for greater distance.
An intuitive, web-browser interface offers simple switch management, making it a snap to
monitor switch performance, configure ports, even set up trunks, VLANs, and prioritization.
Twenty-four 10/100/1000 ports deliver non-blocking, full-speed packet forwarding with 48 Gbps
bandwidth migrates your network to future-proof functionality. Two SFP GBIC fiber slots provide
optional fiber connectivity for greater distance.
Smart Switch capability enables key management features for the value price of an unmanaged
switch. Included are performance monitoring, port configuration, VLAN for traffic control, port
trunking for increased bandwidth, and Class of Service (CoS) for traffic prioritization.
Ideal for growing businesses who want the benefits of management without the cost and complexity
of a fully SNMP-capable network.
Simple to set up and simple to use for effortless network monitoring and troubleshooting. Made
to last, this sturdy switch is housed in a 17-inch metal box and comes with a rack mounting kit.
**Use with NETGEAR AGM731F 1000BASE-SX SFP GBIC module or NETGEAR AGM732F 1000BASE-LX SFP GBIC module.
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NETGEAR GS724T GS724T GS724T Specifications

Interfaces

RJ-45 connectors	24 for 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 1000BASE-T
SFP slots	2 for fiber Gigabit Ethernet modules

Performance Specifications

Bandwidth	48 Gbps
Network latency	Less than 20 µs for 64-byte frames
Buffer memory	512 KB embedded memory per unit
Address database size	8, 000 MAC addresses per system
Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)	59, 524 hours

Power

Power Consumption	40 W maximum
Input Voltage	100-240VAC/50-60 Hz universal input

Operating Environment

Operating temperature	32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage temperature	14 to 158°F (-10 to 70°C)
Operating humidity	90% maximum relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage humidity	95% maximum relative humidity, non-condensing
Operating altitude	10, 000 ft (3, 000 m) maximum
Storage altitude	10, 000 ft (3, 000 m) maximum

Weight and Dimensions

Dimensions	1.7 x 17.3 x 10.25 in. (43 x 440 x 260 mm)
Weight	7.1 lbs. (3.2 kg)

Summary

GS724 T Gigabit Smart Switch Overview

Management at an Unmanaged Price

Offers simple switch management with 24 10/100/1000 Mbps ports, optional fiber, and web-browser interface for monitoring and configuration.

High Powered Connectivity

Features 24 non-blocking 10/100/1000 ports with 48 Gbps bandwidth and two SFP GBIC fiber slots for expanded reach.

Intelligent Smart Switch Features

Provides performance monitoring, port configuration, VLAN, port trunking, and Class of Service (CoS) for traffic prioritization.

Right Sized for Growing Businesses

Offers management benefits without the complexity of full SNMP for businesses requiring essential network control.

Easygoing and Durable Design

Features simple setup, effortless monitoring, and a sturdy 17-inch metal box with a rack mounting kit for durability.

Product Specifications

Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility

Compliant with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab Ethernet standards and 802.3x flow control.

Interfaces and Ports

Equipped with 24 RJ-45 connectors for 10/100/1000 Mbps and 2 SFP slots for optional fiber Gigabit Ethernet modules.

Administrative Switch Management Features

Supports Tag VLAN, port-based VLAN, QoS, port trunking, DHCP, web configuration, and discovery utility.

Active Flow Control

Implements half-duplex back-pressure and full-duplex IEEE 802.3x pause frame flow control.

Performance Specifications

Details store-and-forward mode, 48 Gbps bandwidth, low latency, 512 KB buffer memory, and 8000 MAC address database.

LED Indicators and Power Supply

Includes per-port status LEDs and a universal 40W power supply supporting 100-240VAC input.

Physical and Environmental Specifications

Physical Dimensions and Weight

Measures 1.7 x 17.3 x 10.25 inches and weighs 7.1 lbs (3.2 kg), including a rack-mount kit.

Environmental Operating Conditions

Specifies operating temperature (0-40°C), humidity (90% max), and altitude (10,000 ft max).

Electromagnetic Compliance and Safety

Meets CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, VCCI Class A, EN 55022, EN 50082-1, EN 55024, C-Tick, and UL/cUL/IEC950 safety standards.

Warranty, System Requirements, and Package Contents

Warranty Information

Provides a 5-year warranty for the switch and a 2-year warranty for the power supply.

System Requirements

Requires category 5 network cables, a network card for each PC, and network software (e.g., Windows).

Package Contents

Includes the GS724T switch, rubber footpads, power cord, rack-mount kit, Resource CD, installation guide, and warranty card.

Optional Fiber Modules

Lists optional SFP GBIC modules: AGM731F (multi-mode) and AGM732F (single-mode) for extended fiber connectivity.