S12 - Alta Labs 12-Port SFP+ Multi-Gig Distribution Switch
Description
Description
The Alta Labs S12 is a 12-port SFP+ distribution switch designed to deliver high-performance connectivity for enterprise and commercial deployments. Each SFP+ port supports flexible multi-gigabit speeds of 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, 5 Gbps, or 10 Gbps, providing exceptional versatility for fibre or copper connections using DAC cables, fibre optic cabling, or copper transceivers.
With a total switching capacity of 240 Gbps, the S12 is a fully managed, rackmountable switch perfect for campuses, hotels, restaurants, resorts, entertainment venues, professional AV installations, multi-dwelling units, and any environment requiring easy-to-use, high-speed connectivity. The S12 mounts conveniently in a 1U rack space or on a wall using the included mounting hardware, offering maximum deployment flexibility.
Cloud and local management is seamless through the Alta Labs Cloud platform or self-hosted Alta Control software, both included with your hardware purchase at no additional cost. The S12 features integrated Bluetooth functionality for quick and effortless setup via the Alta Networks mobile app, allowing you to monitor and manage your network from anywhere in the world.
Key Features
- 12 SFP+ ports supporting 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, 5 Gbps, or 10 Gbps connections
- 240 Gbps switching capacity for high-bandwidth distribution
- VLAN stacking support for advanced network segmentation
- Egress and ingress rate limiting for granular traffic control
- IGMP snooping to optimise multicast traffic and reduce network congestion
- 802.1X authentication for secure, dynamic network access
- Network loop detection to prevent performance degradation
- Bluetooth setup via the Alta Networks mobile app
- Cloud-based and self-hosted management options (licence-free)
- 1U rackmount or wall-mount installation with included hardware
Ideal for: Enterprise networks, hospitality, education, commercial sites, professional AV, multi-dwelling units, and any deployment requiring reliable, scalable, high-bandwidth fibre or copper distribution.
Compatible Products
Alta Labs S16-PoE / S24-PoE / S48-APOE Switches: The S12 integrates seamlessly with other Alta Labs switches to create a comprehensive, cloud-managed network infrastructure. Use the S12 as a high-capacity distribution layer connecting to access-layer PoE switches for powering access points and endpoint devices.
Alta Labs Route10 Router: Pair the S12 with Alta Labs Route10 routers to establish high-speed site-to-site VPN connections at 10 Gbps, perfect for linking remote locations with enterprise-grade performance.
Alta Labs Access Points: Connect Alta Labs WiFi 6 and WiFi 7 access points through your existing PoE switches, with the S12 providing fast uplink connectivity to ensure seamless wireless performance across your deployment.
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About Alta Labs
Futureproof and optimise your entire network with Alta Labs, an innovative provider of integrated wireless and networking solutions. Leveraging proprietary software and next-generation hardware technology, Alta Labs streamlines your network hardware configuration and simplifies installation to deliver a suite of customisable and interoperable solutions - all at a decent price point!
Alta Labs pairs seamless functionality with exceptional performance. Their full complement of access points, networking switches, routers and controllers enables you to effortlessly build your home or office network, whilst tailoring the implementation to your specific network system design.
Alta Labs has curated a selection of highly configurable switches designed to elevate connectivity in your home or business. Available in a range of different speeds and port configurations, they are offered with flexible mounting options and Bluetooth for seamless device setup.
For corner-to-corner Gigabit class connectivity, look for an Alta Labs Access Point. Each option in their range delivers high-performance WiFi 6 and PoE-powered functionality to facilitate seamless roaming throughout your network.
The innovative, high-performance Alta Labs Router is designed to complete their product ecosystem. It offers maximum performance at a minimal retail price point.
Each element of the network can be managed through one of the Alta Labs centralised management options - cloud-based management through their Alta Cloud Management Platform, SaaS software for self-hosting, or Control, their hardware-based local controller.
Powered by SoundVision Technologies, a global audio and electrics manufacturer, and partnering with trusted networking brands such as TruAudio and VSSL, the industry-leading team of professionals at Alta Labs have extensive experience in the network technology development space.
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Why buy from The Tech Geeks?
There are multiple ways to configure your wireless and networking environment, and The Tech Geeks is on hand to help you achieve the optimal result.
In partnership with Alta Labs, our aim is to deliver the right solution for your specific networking requirements. You may be looking to upgrade or integrate new capabilities to complete your networking ecosystem. Or you may be new to this whole networking experience. Irrespective of your circumstances, we are happy to work with you to find the best networking implementation at the most competitive price point.
Our team has extensive product knowledge and experience in the Wireless and Networking industry, including configuration and installation. We can tailor your Alta Labs implementation to suit your exact specifications and help resolve challenges you encounter when networking your home or business.
We can configure your hardware appliances right here in the office, then send them to you with clear instructions, making set-up a breeze. The Tech Geeks team can also offer real-time installation support and on-demand customer care to help get your network implementation up and running.
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