TRENDnet TPE-3524S 52-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Switch

The TRENDnet TPE-3524S 52-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch provides high-density network connectivity, PoE+ power delivery, and advanced traffic management for small and medium-sized business networks. Designed for demanding network environments, this managed switch combines 48 Gigabit PoE+ RJ-45 ports with four dedicated 10G SFP+ slots for high-speed fiber connectivity.

With a total PoE power budget of 410W, the TPE-3524S delivers up to 30W per PoE+ port to compatible network devices. It supports IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at standards, making it suitable for powering IP cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and other PoE-enabled equipment through Ethernet cabling.

The switch features a 176Gbps switching capacity, a forwarding rate of 130.95Mpps, a 32K MAC address table, and a 2MB RAM buffer. Four dedicated 10G SFP+ slots provide high-speed fiber connections for network aggregation, backbone connectivity, and bandwidth-intensive deployments.

The Web Smart management interface provides access to advanced Layer 2 and Layer 2+ features, including 802.1Q VLAN, private VLAN, voice VLAN, multicast VLAN, LACP, QoS, and bandwidth control. IPv4/IPv6 static routing and inter-VLAN routing help optimize traffic management and reduce the routing workload on external network equipment.

For network monitoring and security, the TPE-3524S supports SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, port mirroring, 802.1X authentication, RADIUS, TACACS+, DHCP snooping, access control lists, and loopback detection. Additional features such as IGMP/MLD snooping, STP, RSTP, and MSTP help administrators manage network traffic and maintain network stability.

Built for rack-based installations, the switch features a metal enclosure, an internal power supply, and three smart fans. Its 1U rackmount design makes it suitable for network cabinets, business infrastructure, surveillance systems, and high-density PoE deployments.

The TRENDnet TPE-3524S is a practical networking solution for organizations requiring extensive Gigabit PoE+ connectivity, 10G fiber uplinks, and flexible network management.

1. Key Features

• 52-Port Connectivity: 48 Gigabit PoE+ RJ-45 ports and four dedicated 10G SFP+ slots.
• 410W PoE Budget: Supplies compatible powered devices with up to 30W per PoE+ port within the shared power budget.
• 10G Fiber Connectivity: Four dedicated 10G SFP+ slots support high-speed fiber uplinks.
• 176Gbps Switching Capacity: Supports high-volume network traffic across connected devices.
• Web Smart Management: Configure network settings through an intuitive web-based management interface.
• L2+ Routing: Supports IPv4/IPv6 static routing and inter-VLAN routing.
• Advanced VLAN Support: Includes 802.1Q, private VLAN, voice VLAN, and multicast VLAN.
• Traffic Management: Supports LACP, QoS, bandwidth control, and queue scheduling.
• Network Monitoring: Includes SNMP, RMON, port mirroring, and system monitoring features.
• Multicast Management: Supports IGMP snooping and MLD snooping.
• Smart Cooling: Three smart fans automatically adjust cooling based on operating requirements.
• Rackmount Design: Metal enclosure with included 1U rackmount brackets.
• NDAA/TAA Compliance: Manufacturer-listed compliance for the United States and Canada.

2. Technical Specifications

3. Applications / Use Cases

• IP Surveillance Networks: Connect and power multiple PoE+ security cameras across large installations.
• Enterprise Networking: Provide high-density Gigabit connectivity for business network infrastructure.
• Wireless Infrastructure: Power compatible wireless access points through PoE+ ports.
• 10G Fiber Uplinks: Connect to high-speed fiber networks using the four dedicated SFP+ slots.
• VoIP Communication: Connect compatible PoE-powered IP phones and communication equipment.
• Network Aggregation: Consolidate Gigabit Ethernet connections and provide high-speed fiber uplinks.
• VLAN Segmentation: Separate departments, devices, and network traffic using configurable VLANs.
• Multicast Networks: Support IPTV, video distribution, and other multicast applications.
• Data Center Connectivity: Provide high-density Gigabit access with 10G fiber connectivity.
• Business Network Expansion: Support growing network environments requiring managed PoE+ connectivity.

4. Compatibility

The TRENDnet TPE-3524S is designed to work with:

• IEEE 802.3af PoE-compatible devices.
• IEEE 802.3at PoE+ compatible devices.
• Gigabit Ethernet computers, servers, and network equipment.
• PoE-powered IP cameras and surveillance systems.
• Compatible wireless access points.
• PoE-enabled VoIP phones.
• Compatible 10G SFP+ transceivers.
• Single-mode and multimode fiber infrastructure, depending on the selected transceiver.
• 10G-capable network switches, routers, and aggregation equipment.
• Compatible network monitoring and management systems using supported protocols.

Compatibility notes:

• SFP+ transceivers and fiber cables are not assumed to be included.
• The four SFP+ slots support 10Gbps connections.
• The 410W PoE budget is shared across the 48 PoE+ ports.
• Connected powered devices must remain within the available total PoE budget and supported per-port limits.

5. What's Included

According to TRENDnet's manufacturer documentation:

• TRENDnet TPE-3524S 52-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch
• Quick Installation Guide
• Power Cord (1.5m / 5 ft.)
• Console Cable (1m / 3.28 ft.)
• Rackmount Brackets

Not included:

• SFP+ transceivers
• Fiber optic cables
• Ethernet patch cables

6. FAQs

Q1. How many ports does the TRENDnet TPE-3524S have?
The TPE-3524S features 52 interfaces: 48 Gigabit PoE+ RJ-45 ports and four dedicated 10G SFP+ slots.

Q2. What is the total PoE power budget?
The switch provides a total PoE power budget of 410W and supports up to 30W per PoE+ port.

Q3. Does the TPE-3524S support 10G fiber connections?
Yes. It includes four dedicated 10G SFP+ slots for compatible 10Gbps fiber transceivers.

Q4. Is the TPE-3524S a managed switch?
Yes. It is a Web Smart managed switch with L2+ features, including VLAN, QoS, LACP, SNMP, and IPv4/IPv6 static routing.

Q5. Can the TPE-3524S power IP cameras and wireless access points?
Yes. Its 48 IEEE 802.3af/802.3at PoE+ ports can supply power and network connectivity to compatible IP cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and other PoE devices.

Q6. Does the switch support VLAN configuration?
Yes. It supports 802.1Q VLAN, private VLAN, voice VLAN, and multicast VLAN, with up to 256 VLAN groups.

Q7. Does the TPE-3524S support IPv6?
Yes. It supports IPv6 configuration, neighbor discovery, DHCPv6, automatic configuration, and IPv4/IPv6 static routing.

Q8. Is the TPE-3524S rack mountable?
Yes. It has a 1U rackmount design and includes rackmount brackets for installation in a standard 19-inch network rack.

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