{"product_id":"draytek-vigorswitch-g2542x-48-port-gigabit-vsg2542x-k","title":"DrayTek VigorSwitch G2542x 48 Port Gigabit | VSG2542X-K","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe DrayTek VigorSwitch VSG2542X-K is a 48 port gigabit L2+ managed rack mountable switch with 6 x 10G SFP+ ports.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(191, 0, 29);\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e48 Gigabit RJ‑45 LAN Ports for high‑density Ethernet connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e6 SFP+ 10GbE Fibre\/Uplink Ports providing ultra‑fast backbone and inter‑switch links.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAdvanced VLAN Options, including 802.1Q tagging, MAC‑based VLANs, Voice VLAN, and Surveillance VLAN.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eVLAN and Static Routing with integrated DHCP server and relay functions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eVirtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) to enhance network availability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eComprehensive QoS Controls to ensure priority for critical applications and services.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e802.1X RADIUS and TACACS+ Authentication with accounting for secure port-level access.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAutomatic Voice VLAN Assignment using OUI recognition for optimised VoIP quality.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAccess Control Lists (ACLs) for granular traffic control and improved security.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePort Mirroring and Link Aggregation for streamlined diagnostics and aggregated bandwidth.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIGMP Snooping with Querier Support for efficient multicast management.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDual IPv4\/IPv6 Capability with mechanisms to prevent IP conflicts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBuilt‑in Hardware Monitoring to track switch health and performance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOperates Standalone or via Centralised Management Platforms,\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDedicated Console Port for direct configuration and troubleshooting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(191, 0, 29);\"\u003eBox Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorSwitch G2542x Network Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUK IEC13 Power Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1U Rack Mount Fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRJ-45 to RS-232 Console cable Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsole Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(191, 0, 29);\"\u003eOptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/networkwarehouse.co.uk\/products\/draytek-vigorecare-enhanced-warranty-service?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=f390b506a\u0026amp;_ss=r\u0026amp;variant=43186766282995\" title=\"DrayTek VigorCare - Enhanced Warranty Service\" style=\"color: #00aaff;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEnhanced Warranty\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"DrayTek VigorACS 3 - Network Management System Options\" href=\"https:\/\/networkwarehouse.co.uk\/collections\/draytek-acs3-network-management-system\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eNetwork Management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(191, 0, 29);\"\u003eDownloads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.draytek.co.uk\/products\/business\/vigorswitch-g2542x\" title=\"VSG2542X-K | DrayTek 48 Port Gigabit VigorSwitch\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #00aaff;\"\u003eDatasheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(191, 0, 29);\"\u003eAbout This Product\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe VigorSwitch G2542x is an advanced Layer 2+ managed switch designed to deliver robust performance, improved security, and enhanced network reliability for business environments. It provides extensive management capabilities and offers features such as device stacking and dual‑power input for increased operational resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis switch includes 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and six 10Gbps SFP+ uplink slots, along with a selection of Layer 3 functions—such as a built‑in DHCP server, support for static routing, and comprehensive VLAN configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo streamline network administration, the switch incorporates a range of intelligent management tools, including ONVIF device recognition, traffic prioritization through QoS, and remote monitoring features, making it well‑suited for small businesses, larger organisations, and enterprise‑level deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered with power‑redundancy in mind, the device supports both AC and DC power sources, ensuring continuous service and reducing downtime in environments where reliability is paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor simplified, centralised control, the VigorSwitch G2542x can be managed through the VigorACS platform or via a DrayTek Vigor router using Central Switch Management. This allows administrators to quickly apply VLAN settings across multiple switches, replicate configurations, and significantly reduce setup time for more complex multi‑switch networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Network Warehouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56142913601916,"sku":"VSG2542X-K","price":381.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/2137\/5882\/files\/VSG2542X-KMain.webp?v=1767971385","url":"https:\/\/networkwarehouse.co.uk\/products\/draytek-vigorswitch-g2542x-48-port-gigabit-vsg2542x-k","provider":"Network Warehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}