How many devices can the Netgear XS516TM-100NAS connect directly?

The Netgear XS516TM-100NAS provides 16 Ethernet ports that support 10G and Multi-Gigabit connectivity. This means up to 16 wired devices can be connected directly to the switch. The 16-port density is suitable for aggregating multiple endpoints such as workstations, servers, or downstream switches in a single network segment.

What type of switch is the XS516TM-100NAS for management purposes?

The XS516TM-100NAS is classified as a smart switch. This places it between unmanaged and fully managed switches, indicating that it is designed to provide configurable network features suitable for structured business deployments. Its smart switch classification helps teams plan how it will integrate into their broader network management strategy.

What network speeds does the Netgear XS516TM-100NAS support?

This switch is described as a 10G and Multi-Gigabit Ethernet smart switch. Its ports support 10 Gigabit Ethernet along with Multi-Gigabit operation, which is designed to accommodate higher-than-1G speeds. This makes it appropriate for environments where endpoints or uplinks require 10G or Multi-Gigabit performance rather than standard 1G only.

Is the XS516TM-100NAS suitable for business network environments?

Yes, the XS516TM-100NAS is presented as a 16-port 10G and Multi-Gigabit smart switch for business and professional networks. Its 16-port high-speed design and smart switch capabilities are intended for structured deployments where organizations need higher throughput and some level of managed control at the access or aggregation layer.

How does the XS516TM model designation help in deployment planning?

The XS516TM model name and XS516TM-100NAS SKU identify this specific Netgear switch within the S3600 series. Using the model designation helps network and procurement teams match devices with compatible documentation, firmware, and configuration standards, which is important when deploying multiple units consistently across sites.

XS516TM-100NAS - Netgear XS516TM-100NAS 16-Port 10G Multi-Gig smart switch

Name: Netgear XS516TM-100NAS 16-Port 10G Multi-Gig smart switch
Brand: Netgear
SKU: XS516TM-100NAS
Price: 1610 USD
Availability: InStock

XS516TM-100NAS - Netgear XS516TM-100NAS 16-Port 10G Multi-Gig smart switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Netgear XS516TM-100NAS is a 16-port 10G and Multi-Gigabit smart switch designed for business and professional network environments. It provides sixteen Multi-Gigabit ports that support 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, enabling high bandwidth links for demanding applications and aggregating multiple devices. As a smart switch, it offers managed switching capabilities suited to structured deployments where administrators need more control than an unmanaged device can provide. This model is part of the Netgear S3600 series and is built for organizations that are standardizing on 10G while also using Multi-Gigabit interfaces. The XS516TM-100NAS fits into network designs that require a compact form factor with significant port density in a single unit. With its focus on 10G and Multi-Gigabit connectivity, it supports modern wired networks that must handle increased data volumes from servers, storage, and endpoint devices.

16-port 10G and Multi-Gigabit Ethernet design
Smart switch category for managed control
Netgear XS516TM model within S3600 series
Suitable for business and professional networks
Supports modern high-speed wired connectivity
Compact high-density 16-port configuration

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Featuring

VLAN Routing
Manufacturer part #	XS516TM-100NAS
Brand	Netgear
Condition	New
Model	XS516TM
Series	Smart S3600
Category	Network Switches
Rack Units	1U
Description	16-Port 10G/Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Smart Switch with 2 x 10G SFP+
Fan Quantity	3 fans
Product Line	XS516TM
Product Type	Smart switch

Compatible systems

Confirmed as a Netgear network switch, but no additional compatibility data was reliably verified from pages visibly containing XS516TM-100NAS.

Best for

Business access
Suited for business access switching where a 16-port 10G and Multi-Gigabit smart switch can connect multiple wired clients that require higher throughput than 1 Gigabit.
Network aggregation
Useful as an aggregation switch, combining traffic from multiple downstream switches or devices into 10G and Multi-Gigabit uplinks on the 16 available ports.
High-bandwidth workgroups
Appropriate for high-bandwidth workgroups that rely on 10G and Multi-Gigabit links, such as teams handling large files, shared storage, or intensive data workloads.
Infrastructure upgrades
Fits projects upgrading legacy infrastructure to 10G and Multi-Gigabit connectivity, providing a smart switch platform with 16 high-speed ports to modernize core or distribution layers.
Server and storage connectivity
Can be positioned to connect servers and storage appliances using 10G and Multi-Gigabit interfaces, helping consolidate these resources on a dedicated smart switch.

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VLAN Support	Up to 512 VLANs supported

DHCP Features	DHCP client and DHCP snooping

Layer Support	Layer 2+ and static Layer 3 routing

Rate Limiting	Egress rate limiting and priority queuing

VLAN ID Range	VLAN IDs from 1 to 4094 supported

DoS Protection	Built-in DoS attack prevention engine

Enclosure Type	Metal

Loop Detection	Loop detection and prevention supported

Mounting Options	Desktop, wall mount or rack mount placement

Queue Scheduling	Strict priority and weighted round robin queue scheduling

Security Features	Port security, dynamic ARP inspection and IP source guard

Auto MDI X Support	Auto MDI/MDI-X on all copper ports

Loopback Detection	Loopback detection with automatic port shutdown

Packet Buffer Size	4 MB packet buffer

Host ARP Table Size	1024 host ARP entries

Jumbo Frame Support	Jumbo frames supported up to 12 kB

Multicast Filtering	Per-VLAN multicast filtering and IGMP/MLD-based forwarding

Product Form Factor	Desktop or rack-mountable or wall-mountable

Access Control Lists	L2, L3 and L4 access control lists

VLAN Types Supported	Port-based VLANs, 802.1Q tagged VLANs, Voice VLANs and Guest VLANs

Spanning Tree Support	STP, RSTP and MSTP supported

IPv6 Multicast Support	MLD snooping and IPv6 multicast features supported

MLD Versions Supported	MLD v1 and v2 snooping for IPv6 multicast

Static Routing Support	IPv4 and IPv6 static routing supported

Broadcast Storm Control	Broadcast, multicast and unknown unicast storm control

Dynamic VLAN Assignment	Dynamic VLAN assignment supported

IGMP Versions Supported	IGMP v1, v2 and v3 snooping

Auto Negotiation Support	Auto negotiation for speed and duplex on copper ports

Link Aggregation Support	Static LAG and IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation Control Protocol supported

Storm Control Granularity	Per-port storm control configuration

Quality of Service Features	Advanced QoS with port-based, 802.1p and L2/L3/L4 DSCP-based prioritization

Denial of Service Protection	Automatic DoS prevention

SFP Plus Transceiver Standards	IEEE 802.3ae 10GBASE-SR/LR, 802.3z 1000BASE-SX/LX via SFP+ slots

Rack Mounting Hardware Included	Rack-mounting kit included

Number of Link Aggregation Groups	Up to 8 LAGs supported

MTBF	506,741.9 hours (57.8 years)
Forwarding Bandwidth	360 Gbps switching fabric bandwidth

Power Supply Type	Internal power supply
AC Input Voltage Range	100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz
Maximum Power Consumption	63.9 W maximum

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Ports	16 ports
Port Types	16 x 10G/Multi-Gigabit, 2 x 10G SFP+ port
SFP+ Ports	2 x 10G SFP+ ports
Ethernet Ports	16 x 10G/Multi-Gigabit Ethernet ports
LED Indicators	Per-port LEDs for link, speed and activity plus system power/status LEDs
Port Mirroring	Port mirroring supported for network monitoring
Management Type	Smart cloud-managed switch
10G SFP Plus Ports	2 x dedicated 10G SFP+ fiber ports supporting 1G and 10G
Switching Capacity	360 Gbps
Port Authentication	802.1X port-based authentication supported
Total Network Ports	18 total ports (16 copper plus 2 SFP+)
Multicast Management	IGMP Snooping and IGMP Querier for IPv4 multicast optimization
Management Interfaces	Web-based management interface and NETGEAR Insight app or Cloud portal
Maximum Ports per LAG	Up to 8 member ports per LAG
MAC Address Table Size	16K
IPv6 Management Features	IPv6 QoS, IPv6 ACL, IPv6 Multicast, static and dynamic IPv6 address assignment
Priority Queues per Port	8 hardware priority queues per port
Energy Efficient Ethernet	Supports IEEE 802.3az EEE for reduced power consumption on idle links
Remote Management Protocols	SNMP, RMON, HTTPS, SSH and Telnet access supported
Port-Based Ingress Filtering	Ingress filtering based on VLAN membership and ACLs
Supported Ethernet Standards	IEEE 802.3i 10BASE-T, 802.3u 100BASE-TX, 802.3ab 1000BASE-T, 802.3bz 2.5G/5GBASE-T, 802.3an 10GBASE-T, 802.3x flow control
RJ-45 10G Multi-Gigabit Ports	16 x 10G/Multi-Gigabit RJ-45 copper ports supporting 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G and 10G speeds
Cloud Management Platform Support	NETGEAR Insight Cloud management supported
Energy Efficient Ethernet Support	IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet

Netgear XS516TM-100NAS 16-Port 10G Multi-Gig smart switch