Stacking support: No (Redundant Power via USP-RPS)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High-speed 2.5G connectivity ideal for Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 access points; Dual 10G SFP+ uplinks prevent core network bottlenecks; Integrated Layer 3 routing features for improved network efficiency; 1.3 inch LCM color touchscreen with AR port management
✘ Cons:Lacks PoE++ (802.3bt) support for high-power devices; Only half of the RJ45 ports (12/24) support 2.5G speeds; Active cooling fans may be audible in silent office environments; Higher price point compared to standard Gigabit PoE switches
Est. Price:
$799 - $849
Compare Against
Juniper Networks EX4100
★ 3.3 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: Up to 376 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: Up to 357 Mpps
Ports: 24 or 48 x 1GbE/Multi-gigabit RJ-45, 4 x 1/10GbE SFP+ Uplinks, 4 x 10/25GbE SFP28 Stacking/Uplinks
PoE Budget: Up to 1440W (Supports PoE+ 30W and PoE++ 90W)
Layer: Layer 3
Stacking support: Virtual Chassis (Up to 10 switches)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Mist AI integration for automated onboarding and troubleshooting; support for 90W PoE++ and 25GbE stacking; high availability with redundant power supplies and fans.
✘ Cons:Higher entry price compared to the EX2300 series; audible fan noise (not ideal for office desks); feature set like EVPN-VXLAN may be complex for simple deployments.