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Description

Comnet CTS24+2 Commercial-Grade Modular Managed Ethernet Switch

Overview

The Comnet CTS24+2 is a 1 RU 24-port managed Ethernet switch built for surveillance and security deployments where you need PoE power distribution, VLAN segmentation, and network redundancy in a rack-mounted form factor. The modular design accepts three 8-port cards, so you can configure your exact port mix — useful when installing across distributed sites or phasing in infrastructure. The chassis ships with a 400W or 720W PoE budget depending on your power need; the 720W option handles dense camera installations without forcing you into separate midspan injectors.

Compatibility

The CTS24+2 pairs with any standard IP camera or access control device that draws PoE or PoE+ (up to 30W per port maximum). It supports IEEE 802.3at and delivers 10/100/1000 Mbps to each port, so it works upstream and downstream with both legacy 100 Mbps edge devices and modern gigabit cameras. The two combo uplink ports (10/100/1000Tx or 1000Fx fiber) connect to your core network switch or backbone. VLAN support (32 max via 802.1Q; 26 max port-based) lets you isolate camera traffic from access control and office networks — essential for compliance-driven deployments.

Installation Notes

This is a 19-inch rackmount chassis with 1.75 inches of height. Verify your rack has adequate airflow — the unit draws 20W base power plus whatever PoE load you attach (up to 720W total). Operating temperature range is 0° to +50°C, so avoid direct sunlight or uncontrolled mechanical rooms. The 8.8 Gbps backplane and 2.75 MB packet buffer handle sustained multi-camera streaming without congestion; the 4K MAC address table supports enterprise scale. Redundancy features include IEEE 802.1d STP and 802.1w RSTP to prevent loop-induced broadcast storms across ring or redundant paths.

Specifications
Operating Temperature: 0º to +50ºC
Storage Temperature: -40º to +70ºC
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95% (non-condensing)
Dimensions: 14.37 x 17.07 x 1.75 in (36.49 x 43.35 x 4.45 cm)
Form Factor: 19" 1 RU rack
Backplane Speed: 8.8 Gbps
Packet Buffer: 2.75 Mb
MAC Address Table: 4K
Ethernet Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3z, 802.3ab, 802.3x, 802.3ad, 802.1d, 802.1q, 802.1w, 802.3at
VLAN Support: IEEE 802.1Q (32 Max), Port based VLAN (26 Max)
Redundancy: IEEE 802.1d STP, IEEE 802.1w RSTP
Security: MAC address binding, port security, DHCP Relay, TCP/UDP filters
PoE Power Budget: 400 W or 720 W
Max Power Per PoE Port: 30 W
Power Consumption: 20 W max (plus PoE budget)
Operating Power: 100-240 VAC
EMC Compliance: CE, FCC Class A, EN55022, EN60950-1
MTBF: >100,000 hours
Uplinks: 2 x 10/100/1000Tx or 1000Fx
Module Slots: 3
Ports Per Module: 8
Max Ethernet Ports: 24
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