Overview
If the Right Switch for a Standardized System (also known as a VLAN Switching System) requires more than one switch, AMP supports up to 63 switches in a single system.
Before You Begin: Multi-switch AMP Standardized systems require switches from the same manufacturer, 10Gb SFP+ interconnects, and sufficient uplink bandwidth between switches. Verify switch compatibility and bandwidth requirements before designing the system.
Multi-Switch Requirements
All switches must be from the same manufacturer.
All switches must include 10Gb SFP+ ports.
Switches must be interconnected using supported SFP+ modules or DAC cables.
AMP uses trunk links and link aggregation groups (LAGs) between switches.
Switch 1 reserves its final port for network access.
Sufficient PoE capacity must be available for all connected devices.
Stack vs Trunk
AMP Standardized Configuration supports multi-switch systems in trunk topology.
Please see Stacking vs Trunking for more information.
Bandwidth Considerations
When designing a multi-switch AMP Standardized system, sufficient bandwidth must be available between switches to carry video traffic across inter-switch links.
The table below shows the typical bandwidth characteristics of each Just Add Power product family. This information may be useful when evaluating switch models and available uplink capacity.
| Generation | Average Bandwidth* | Recommended Encoders per Gb |
|---|---|---|
| Omega | 300 Mbps | 3 |
| Ultra | 500 Mbps | 2 |
| MaxColor | 850 Mbps | 1 |
*Actual bandwidth will depend on source resolution, framerate, colorspace and content. The peak bandwidth output of an Omega or Ultra Encoder is 850 Mbps, most often during boot-up and source switching. The peak bandwidth output of a MaxColor Encoder is also 850 Mbps.
The number of SFP+ ports on each switch, combined with the number of switches in the system, determines how many SFP+ links can be created between switches. Standardized Configuration builds a system so that half of the SFP+ ports connect to one switch, and the other half connect to another switch. This lets switches link together in a chain topology.
SFP+ Cables
Connecting multiple switches together requires a specialized cable, and cannot be carried over typical CatX wiring.
Most SFP+ cables are compatible, regardless of the manufacturer.
You can find SFP+ modules on Luxul's website, Cisco's website, Netgear's website, or you can use 3rd-party modules.
Supported Inter-Switch Connections
Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables
Fiber optic cabling with SFP+ transceivers
Compatible third-party SFP+ modules
Note: AMP Standardized multi-switch systems require 10Gb SFP+ inter-switch connections. Standard 1Gb RJ45 switch ports cannot be used as inter-switch uplinks.
Supported Switches
Supported Switches: Luxul
| Model | Devices per switch | POE Devices | POE Watts | SFP+ Ports | Minimum Firmware |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMS-4424P | 24 | 24 | 250W | 2 | v4.0.6 |
| XMS-7048P | 49† | 48 | 740W | 2 | v4.0.6 |
| SW-610-24P-R | 24 | 24 | 370W | 4 | v1.0.3 |
| SW-610-48P-F | 48 | 48 | 740W | 4 | v1.0.3 |
| SW-615-24P-R | 24 | 24 | 370W | 4 | v1.00.361 |
| SW-615-48P-F | 48 | 48 | 740W | 4 | v1.00.361 |
†Maximum of 48 Decoders on a single switch. The 49th device can only be a Encoder.
Supported Switches: Netgear
All Netgear GSM models have rear-facing ports. Switches marked with a "U" have much more POE than is needed for a Just Add Power system, but can be used if the "P" version is unavailable.
| Model | Devices per switch | POE Devices | POE Watts | SFP+ Ports | Minimum Firmware |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSM4210PX (M4250-8G2XF-PoE+) |
8 | 8 | 220W | 2 | v13.0.2.34 |
| GSM4212PX (M4250-10G2XF-PoE+) |
10 | 8 | 240W | 2 | v13.0.2.34 |
| GSM4212UX (M4250-10G2XF-PoE++) |
8 | 10 | 720W | 2 | v13.0.2.34 |
| GSM4230PX (M4250-26G4XF-PoE+) |
24 | 26 | 480W | 4 | v13.0.2.34 |
| GSM4248PX (M4250-40G8XF-PoE+) |
40 | 40 | 960W | 8 | v13.0.2.34 |
| GSM4248UX (M4250-40G8XF-PoE++) |
40 | 40 | 720W | 8 | v13.0.2.34 |
| GSM4328 (M4350-24G4XF) |
24 | 24 | 720W | 4 | v14.0.0.15 |
| GSM4352 (M4350-48G4XF) |
48 | 48 | 1440W | 4 | v14.0.0.15 |
Supported Switches: TP-Link
All TP-Link models have front-facing ports
| Model | Devices per switch | POE Devices | POE Watts | SFP+ Ports | Minimum Firmware |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TL-SG3428XMP | 24 | 24 | 384W | 4 | Go to KB article |
| TL-SG3452XP | 48 | 48 | 500W | 4 | Go to KB article |
| TL-SG3428XF | 24 | 0 All SFP ports |
N/A | 4 | Go to KB article |
The model number does not have to start with (TL-). The rest of the model must match exactly.
Supported Switches: Intellinet
All Intellinet models have front-facing ports
| Model | Devices per switch | POE Devices | POE Watts | SFP+ Ports | Minimum Firmware |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 562041 (IPS-54GM06-10G-850W) |
48 | 48 | 850W | 6 | 3.6.0 |
Supported Switches: Ruckus
Models that end with 'V' have rear-facing ports.
Disclaimer: Switching commands on Ruckus ICX8200 switches takes longer than expected (1-2 seconds) due to the way that Ruckus handles sockets for communication. A resolution is actively being worked on; check back later.
| Model | Devices per switch | POE Devices | POE Watts | SFP+ Ports | Minimum Firmware |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICX8200-24P | 24 | 24 | 370W | 4 | 10.0.10 |
| ICX8200-24PV | 24 | 24 | 370W | 4 | 10.0.10 |
| ICX8200-48P | 48 | 37 | 370W | 4 | 10.0.10 |
| ICX8200-48PF | 48 | 48 | 740W | 4 | 10.0.10 |
| ICX8200-48PF2 | 48 | 48 | 1440W | 4 | 10.0.10 |
| ICX8200-24F | 24 | 0 All SFP ports |
N/A | 4 | 10.0.10 |
| ICX8200-48F | 48 | 0 All SFP ports |
N/A | 4 | 10.0.10 |
Supported Switches: Cisco
All Cisco CBS350 models have front-facing ports.
Disclaimer: Switching commands on Cisco CBS350 and C1300 switches takes longer than expected (1-2 seconds) due to the way that Cisco handles sockets for communication.
| Model | Devices per switch | POE Devices | POE Watts | SFP+ Ports | Minimum Firmware |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1300-16P-4X | 16 | 12 | 120W | 4 | v4.0.0.93 |
| C1300-24P-4X | 24 | 20 | 195W | 4 | v4.0.0.93 |
| C1300-24FP-4X | 24 | 24 | 370W | 4 | v4.0.0.93 |
| C1300-48P-4X | 48 | 37 | 370W | 4 | v4.0.0.93 |
| C1300-48FP-4X | 48 | 48 | 740W | 4 | v4.0.0.93 |
| CBS350-24P-4X | 24 | 20 | 195W | 4 | v3.1.1.7 |
| CBS350-24FP-4X | 24 | 24 | 370W | 4 | v3.1.1.7 |
| CBS350-48P-4X | 48 | 37 | 370W | 4 | v3.1.1.7 |
| CBS350-48FP-4X | 48 | 48 | 740W | 4 | v3.1.1.7 |
Training Video
Prepare for setting up a system by watching the Standardized AMP Multi-Switch Setup video
