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 last RJ45 port for the Network Uplink connection to the Data Network or control system.
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
Size the inter-switch capacity using the combined average bandwidth of all Encoders across all switches in the system. Selecting supported switches and 10Gb SFP+ interconnects does not, by itself, confirm that sufficient bandwidth is available.
Before finalizing the switch layout, follow Plan Network Bandwidth for Just Add Power Systems to calculate the required capacity, allow headroom, and account for Link Aggregation Group (LAG) limitations.
Inter-Switch Port Allocation
The number of SFP+ ports on each switch and the number of switches in the system determine how many physical links are available between neighboring switches.
AMP Standardized Configuration allocates half of a switch's SFP+ ports toward one neighboring switch and the other half toward another, allowing switches to connect in a chain topology.
For example, a switch with four 10Gb SFP+ ports provides two connections toward each neighbor. Each pair provides 20 Gbps of nominal aggregate capacity. The four ports do not provide 40 Gbps to each neighbor.
Confirm that the links available between neighboring switches provide sufficient capacity for the combined average bandwidth of all Encoders. Follow the inter-switch port assignments provided by AMP.
SFP+ Cables
Connecting multiple switches together requires a specialized cable, and cannot be carried over typical CatX wiring.
Connect switches using compatible 10Gb SFP+ DAC cables or fiber optic cabling with compatible SFP+ transceivers.
Confirm that each DAC cable or transceiver module is supported by the switch model where it will be installed. For fiber connections, select transceivers and fiber suitable for the required distance.
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 | v1.00.771 |
| SW-615-48P-F | 48 | 48 | 740W | 4 | v1.00.771 |
†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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SG3428XF | 23 ALL SFP Ports |
0 | — | 4 | Go to KB article |
| SG3428XMP | 23 | 23 | 384W | 4 | Go to KB article |
| SG3452XP | 47 | 47 | 500W | 4 | Go to KB article |
| 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 |
Important: TP-Link Model Names
TP-Link switch models with and without the TL- prefix are different hardware models. When checking firmware compatibility, match the complete model name and hardware version exactly as shown in the table.
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
