DSG2542X DrayTek VigorSwitch G2542x 54-Port Layer 2+ Managed 10G Switch

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DrayTek VigorSwitch G2542x

The VigorSwitch G2542x is a 54‑port Layer 2+ managed 10G switch featuring 48 × Gigabit Ethernet ports and 6 × 10G SFP+ fibre uplinks. With advanced Layer 3 capabilities such as DHCP Server and VLAN Routing, it improves network performance and keeps LAN services running even if the gateway goes offline. Designed for SME and SMB environments, it offers high switching capacity, redundancy through a DC backup power socket, and robust management tools suitable for core network deployment.

Key Features
•     10G SFP+ – High‑speed fibre uplinks for aggregation or connection to core switches.
•     ONVIF‑Friendly – Detects ONVIF devices, displays surveillance topology, and supports video streaming and remote maintenance.
•     Wire‑Speed VLAN Routing – Routes inter‑VLAN traffic directly on the switch to offload the router.
•     IPv6 Ready – Supports IPv6 features including MLD Snooping, IPv6 ACL, and IPv6 DNS Resolver.
•     Auto Surveillance & Voice VLAN – Automatically identifies IP cameras and IP phones and applies QoS tags.
•     Web‑Based GUI – Provides an intuitive interface for monitoring ports and hardware status.
•     IP Conflict Prevention – Detects and blocks misconfigured or malicious hosts.
•     Multiple Admin Accounts – Supports two levels of administrator privileges.
•     Access Control – Supports IP/MAC ACLs and 802.1x port access control with RADIUS.
•     Central Switch Management – Enables VLAN setup and centralised monitoring from a Vigor router.
•     QoS (Quality of Service) – Prioritises critical traffic using CoS, DSCP, and IP Precedence.
•     Energy‑Efficient Ethernet – Reduces power consumption via IEEE 802.3az compliance.
•     LLDP‑MED – Detects VoIP devices, simplifies VLAN assignment, and prioritises voice traffic.
•     Stacking – Allows up to four switches to operate as one, improving scalability, resilience, and unified management.

Further Details

Advanced Layer 2+ Features
The switch includes a DHCP Server supporting up to eight VLANs and VLAN Routing supporting up to 512 routes. These features reduce router workload and keep LAN services operating even when the gateway is offline.

Bind IP to MAC
As a DHCP server, the switch can reserve IP addresses for important devices, ensuring consistent access for frequently used endpoints.

Stacking — Build a Resilient & Flexible Network
Up to four G2542x units can be stacked to form a single logical switch. Stacking provides:
•     Centralised management under one IP
•     Auto‑synchronised configuration and firmware
•     Failover protection
•     Integrated security (DHCP Snooping, ARP Inspection, Port Security)
•     Unified monitoring and diagnostics

ONVIF‑Friendly
The switch detects ONVIF devices across VLANs, displays camera topology, and enables remote maintenance such as rebooting or resetting devices. It can also take periodic snapshots and send alerts when cameras stop responding.

IP Conflict Detection & Prevention
The switch monitors for IP conflicts and alerts administrators when issues arise. It can also block problematic hosts to maintain a stable network environment.

Device Check
The switch continuously pings LAN devices and sends alerts if they stop responding. On PoE models, it can automatically power‑cycle the affected port.

LAN Management
DrayTek’s LAN management platform provides automatic device discovery, remote provisioning, centralised monitoring, and system maintenance such as configuration backup and remote reboot, all managed through a Vigor router.

Software Management
VigorACS 3
Supports provisioning, monitoring, hierarchical views, alarms, remote maintenance, and scheduled reporting.

In the Box
•     VigorSwitch G2542x
•     Rack mount kit
•     Console cable
•     Power cord
•     Quick start guide