Allied Telesis AT-8516F/SC Managed Fast Ethernet Switch

The Allied Telesis AT-8516F/SC is a Layer 2+ managed Fast Ethernet switch designed for reliable network performance in environments requiring fiber optic connectivity. This switch is particularly well-suited for government organizations and other entities that benefit from the physical security of fiber optics and need operation in environments with electromagnetic and radio frequency interference. The AT-8516F/SC features 16 x 100Base-FX ports with SC connectors, two expansion bays for modular upgrades, and a 1U rack-mountable form factor. It supports advanced management functions, including DoS attack detection and suppression, IEEE 802.1x, and Radius/TACACS+ for enhanced network security. The switch is engineered to perform in harsh conditions and offers a balance of features, performance, and value for small to medium-sized businesses and enterprise networks.

### Technical Specifications

* **Product Series:** AT-8500 Series
* **Product Type:** Managed Fast Ethernet Switch
* **Layer Support:** Layer 2+ / Layer 3
* **Port Configuration:**
* 16 x 100Base-FX ports with SC connectors
* 2 x modular expansion bays
* **MAC Address Table Size:** 8,000 entries
* **VLAN Support:** Up to 255 VLANs
* **System Memory:**
* RAM: 32MB
* Flash Memory: 4MB
* File System: 2MB
* **CPU:** 200MHz PowerPC CPU
* **Performance:**
* Latency (<40 microseconds between 10Mbps ports) * Latency (<11 microseconds between 100Mbps ports) * **Management:** * Manageable * CLI-based management (for stacking) * Web browser interface * AT-S62 management software * **Security Features:** * DoS (Denial of Services) attack detection and suppression * IEEE 802.1x (port-based network access control) * Radius/TACACS+ support * Port Security * Secure Telnet * Rate-Limiting (Ingress and Egress) * **Stacking:** * Supports stacking across different sites using open standards interfaces * CLI-based management of up to 24 switches as one unit * **Environmental Specifications:** * Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) * Storage Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) * Operating Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing * Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing * Performance in harsh environments with electromagnetic and radio frequency interference### Electrical Specifications* **Voltage:** 100-240V AC * **Current:** 4.0/2.0A * **Frequency:** 50-60Hz * **Maximum Power Consumption:** 80W * **Power Source:** AC Power Connector * **Support for RPS (Redundant Power Supply):** RPS Connector present### Interfaces* **Port Types:** * 100Base-FX Fiber Optic Ports (SC Connector) * Expansion Bays (2x) * **Fiber Optic Port Specifications:** * Cabling Type: 100BASE-FX * Media Standard: Optical Fiber * Technology Standard: 1000Base-FX (Note: This may refer to the capability of expansion modules rather than the base ports themselves, as the primary ports are 100FX) * Type of Connector: SC * Speed: 100FX * Duplex Mode: [Refer to Manual for specific modes] * Maximum Distance: [Refer to Manual for specific distances based on fiber type and module] * Auto-MDI/MDI-X: [Refer to Manual for specifics] * **Expansion Slots:** Support for GBIC and SFP modules### Physical Characteristics* **Form Factor:** 1U Rack-mountable * **Dimensions (W x D x H):** 43.8cm x 18.4cm x 4.4cm (17.25” x 7.25” x 1.75”) * **Weight:** 3.5kg (7.6 lbs) * **Physical Characteristics:** [See installation guides for detailed specifications]### Compatibility* **Expansion Modules:** Compatible with various expansion modules, such as AT-A45, AT-A46, AT-A47, and AT-STACKM. * **Management Software:** AT-S62 Web Browser Interface, AT-S62 Command Line Interface, AT-S62 Menus Interface.### Compliance and Certifications* **Safety Approvals:** UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 * **Environmental:** RoHS, WEEE compliant * **FCC Compliance:** Class A digital device, compliant with Part 15 of FCC Rules for commercial environments * **Canadian Compliance:** Compliant with Canadian ICES-003Why Choose Aumictech for Allied Telesis AT-8516F/SC? At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end networking equipment. Whether you need secure fiber optic connectivity, reliable performance in challenging environments, or advanced network management capabilities, our team ensures the Allied Telesis AT-8516F/SC delivers maximum performance for your application.