Switch ZYXEL GS1100-24E, 24 ports, Gigabit, for rack mounting

ZYXEL GS1100-24E is a 24-port Gigabit switch, designed for stable operation in small and medium offices, as well as in more structured networks with rack equipment. You get a device with rack mounting, which consolidates up to 24 network points via RJ-45 ports. Support for basic IEEE standards ensures correct operation with modern network devices and energy-efficient modes. In combination with an 8K MAC address table, this allows you to build relatively large segments without chaos in traffic.

What You Get

The switch is equipped with 24 x RJ-45 ports, which is sufficient for a typical office with workstations, printers, IP phones, and a few additional devices. Buffer memory of 525K helps for smoother traffic handling during peak moments, so you reduce the risk of packet loss under more intensive usage. Support for IEEE802.3p and IEEE 802.3x means you have traffic prioritization (QoS levels) and flow control, which is important for VoIP, video conferencing, and other sensitive services. The IEEE802.3az standard contributes to lower consumption in idle, because links can reduce consumption when no active traffic is being transmitted. Operating temperature from 0 to 50°C is wide enough for most office and server rooms, provided you have normal ventilation in the rack.

• You have 24 x RJ-45 Gigabit ports, which is fully sufficient for an entire floor with workstations, printers, and phones.
• A table with up to 8K MAC addresses allows the switch to serve larger networks without getting confused about where each device is located.
• Buffer memory of 525K ensures better resilience under peak load and reduces the risk of dropped packets.
• Support for IEEE802.3p gives you the ability to prioritize traffic, for example for voice and video applications.
• With IEEE 802.3x flow control, the network stabilizes under overload, because devices can "slow down" traffic instead of losing packets.
• Through IEEE802.3az the switch uses energy-efficient mechanisms and reduces consumption when the load is low.
• LED indicators for Link/Act and Power give you clear visual information about the status of power and connections on each port.
• Suitable for rack mounting, which makes it easy to integrate into existing rack infrastructure in an office or small server room.
• Works in a temperature range from 0 to 50°C, which covers typical conditions in network racks and machine rooms.
• Universal power supply 100–240V/AC, 50–60Hz facilitates integration into various electrical installations.
• With a weight of around 1530 g, the switch is stable enough for rack mounting, without being excessively heavy.
• A long support period with 60 months warranty gives you peace of mind for reliability in the long term.

Who It Is Suitable For

ZYXEL GS1100-24E is suitable for small and medium offices, study rooms, shops, and any environments where you need up to 24 cable points in a rack installation. A good choice is also for network segmentation in larger objects – floor switch, cloned office, or department. If you are looking for complex L3 functions, VLANs, or extended management, this model may not be the most suitable, but for a stable Gigabit layer in your infrastructure it does the job excellently.

The most sensible thing here is the combination of 24 Gigabit ports, energy-efficient standards, and an 8K MAC table, all gathered in a device for rack mounting with a long 60-month warranty. You put it in the rack, turn it on, and forget it exists – exactly how a switch should work.