QNAP QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US 16- Port Switch Intel Atom C3758 8C

QNAP QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US 16-Port Managed Smart Edge Switch with VM Support

Overview

The QNAP QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US is a 16-port managed switch that goes beyond forwarding packets — it runs full Virtual Machines directly on the switch hardware. Built around an Intel Atom C3758 8-core processor at 2.2 GHz and paired with 16GB of RAM, this is designed for edge deployments where you need switching fabric, compute, and VM-resident workloads on a single appliance rather than a stack of separate boxes. If you're architecting a network switch layer for a distributed surveillance site, remote branch, or warehouse edge node, this is the device that eliminates the separate mini-server or NVR appliance next to your switch.

The port mix is purpose-built for modern multi-speed networks: 8x 2.5GbE RJ45 ports for high-throughput edge endpoints, 8x 1GbE RJ45 ports for standard devices, and 2x 10GbE SFP+ fiber uplinks for connecting back to a core switch, NAS, or high-bandwidth server. That combination covers the majority of mixed-generation deployments without forcing you to re-cable or add a separate aggregation layer. Explore the full QNAP networking and storage line for compatible NAS appliances and accessories that pair naturally with this switch.

Key Features

• VM-Capable Managed Switch: QNAP positions the QGD-1602 series as the world's first managed switch that natively supports Virtual Machines. The Intel Atom C3758 at 2.2 GHz and 16GB RAM give you real compute headroom — enough to run a lightweight NVR VM, a network management appliance, or a security application without adding separate hardware. For edge locations where rack space and power budget are constrained, consolidating the switch and edge server into one unit is a meaningful operational advantage.
• 8x 2.5GbE RJ45 Ports: 2.5GbE gives you 2.5× the throughput of standard Gigabit without requiring new cabling — it runs over existing Cat5e or Cat6. If your cameras, workstations, or NAS units support 2.5GbE, those eight ports eliminate the bottleneck at the access layer. Particularly relevant in high-resolution multi-camera environments where Gigabit starts to constrain aggregate stream bandwidth.
• 8x 1GbE RJ45 Ports: Standard Gigabit for access points, IP phones, legacy IP cameras, and any endpoint that doesn't yet need the higher speed tier. Having 8 of these alongside the 2.5GbE ports means you don't need a separate switch for mixed-speed device populations — a single QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US handles both tiers at the access layer.
• 2x 10GbE SFP+ Uplink Ports: The two 10GbE SFP+ fiber ports handle the uplink to your core infrastructure — a NAS, a spine switch, or a server. Running multiple 2.5GbE streams through a 10GbE uplink provides sufficient headroom for most aggregation scenarios without a bottleneck at the trunk. These ports also support fiber connectivity, useful in longer-run or electrically noisy environments.
• Intel Atom C3758 8-Core at 2.2 GHz: The C3758 is a server-class Atom processor with 8 cores — not the low-end embedded CPUs found in most managed switches. That's what enables the VM capability, QNAP's QuTS hero or QTS operating system, and active traffic management without performance degradation under load. For a managed managed edge switch deployment, having real compute behind the management plane matters when you're running analytics or traffic policies alongside VM workloads.
• 16GB RAM: 16GB is enough to run multiple concurrent VMs or a heavier NVR/VMS instance alongside the switch OS. This isn't a device you'll immediately memory-constrain in a typical edge deployment — it's provisioned for actual workloads, not just packet forwarding overhead.
• Full Managed Switch Feature Set: As a managed switch, the QGD-1602 supports VLANs, QoS, traffic prioritization, and the network management features you'd expect for enterprise and commercial deployments. That matters for isolating surveillance VLANs from corporate traffic, enforcing bandwidth policies, and managing a mixed-device port population cleanly. Pair it with a network video recorder on the same VLAN for a fully managed surveillance network segment.
• 90W Power Envelope: The QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US draws 90W — notable because this is the non-PoE variant. If your deployment requires PoE for cameras or APs, evaluate the QGD-1602P-C3758-16G-US, which offers 4-port 90W and 12-port 30W Gigabit PoE. For deployments where endpoints are independently powered, the non-PoE variant keeps power draw predictable and the switch itself purpose-focused on connectivity and compute.

Integration and Compatibility

The QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US integrates with QNAP's QTS and QuTS hero operating environments, enabling VM management, storage, and networking from a unified management interface. The 10GbE SFP+ uplinks pair directly with QNAP NAS appliances supporting 10GbE expansion for high-throughput backup and NVR storage workflows. The dual-speed access layer (2.5GbE + 1GbE) accommodates heterogeneous endpoint populations without requiring separate switches or managed aggregation hardware. For surveillance architects evaluating the right switch infrastructure, this unit sits at the convergence point between the access layer and edge compute — a specific architectural role, not a general-purpose Gigabit switch replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?

A: No. The QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US is the non-PoE variant. If you need PoE for cameras or access points, the QGD-1602P-C3758-16G-US offers 4-port 90W and 12-port 30W Gigabit PoE on the same platform.

Q: What processor and memory does the QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US use?

A: It runs an Intel Atom C3758 8-core processor at 2.2 GHz with 16GB of RAM. This is what enables native Virtual Machine support — it's a server-class embedded processor, not a lightweight switching ASIC controller.

Q: Can I run a virtual NVR or VMS on the QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US?

A: Yes. The device is designed to run Virtual Machines natively alongside its managed switch functions. The Intel Atom C3758 at 2.2 GHz and 16GB RAM provide sufficient headroom for lightweight NVR VMs or network management appliances. QNAP markets this as the world's first managed switch series supporting VMs.

Q: What uplink options does the QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US provide?

A: Two 10GbE SFP+ fiber ports handle uplinks to core infrastructure — spine switches, NAS appliances, or high-bandwidth servers. These support fiber runs for longer distances or electrically noisy environments.

Q: What is the port breakdown on the QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US?

A: 8x 2.5GbE RJ45, 8x 1GbE RJ45, and 2x 10GbE SFP+ — 18 total ports. The 2.5GbE ports run over existing Cat5e/Cat6 cabling, so you don't need to re-cable to get the speed upgrade on compatible endpoints.

Q: How much does the QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US weigh?

A: 2.48 kg (approximately 5.47 lbs) per QNAP's published hardware specifications.

James Everett

The QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US is one of those devices that solves a real edge-site problem — the need for both managed switching and a local compute node — without requiring two separate appliances, two power supplies, and two management interfaces. The Intel Atom C3758 running at 2.2 GHz across 8 cores with 16GB RAM isn't incidental; it's what makes the VM capability genuinely usable rather than a checkbox feature.

Technical Highlights:

• 8x 2.5GbE RJ45: Running 2.5GbE over your existing Cat5e/Cat6 is the practical win here — no re-cabling required, and you get 2.5× the bandwidth to endpoints that support it. In a multi-camera deployment feeding a local NVR VM, those ports eliminate the Gigabit ceiling that starts to bite as camera resolution and frame rates climb.
• 2x 10GbE SFP+ Uplinks: At 10GbE, the uplink can aggregate all 8 active 2.5GbE ports simultaneously without saturation — important when the switch is also passing VM traffic back to a NAS or core switch. SFP+ also means you can use fiber if the run length or noise environment demands it.
• Intel Atom C3758 + 16GB RAM: This processor family is the same silicon used in entry-level network appliances and edge servers. Combined with 16GB, it's realistic for running a VMS instance, a network monitoring agent, and the switch OS concurrently — though you'll want to profile your actual VM workload before committing to heavy applications.

Deployment Considerations:

• This is the non-PoE variant — all 16 access ports are data-only. If even a subset of your endpoints (cameras, APs, VoIP phones) need inline power, evaluate the QGD-1602P-C3758-16G-US before ordering; retrofitting PoE midspans at multiple ports defeats the consolidation benefit of this platform.
• The 90W system draw is for the switch and compute load combined, not a PoE budget. Plan your rack PDU allocation accordingly — the unit pulls meaningful wattage for a 1U access switch, but that's the cost of the on-board compute.

The QGD-1602-C3758-16GB-US fits best in distributed physical security deployments — remote branches, retail sites, or manufacturing floor edge nodes — where running a VM-resident VMS client or network management appliance co-located with the access switch eliminates a device from the BOM and simplifies both cabling and ongoing management.