QSW-L3205-1C4T: Small Investment, Big Impact. Aggregate Your Bandwidth to Boost Editing and Backup Performance.
Taipei, Taiwan, October 14, 2025 – QNAP® Systems, Inc., a leading innovator in computing, networking, and storage solutions, today launched the latest Lite-managed 10GbE Multi-Gig/Fiber 5-port switch, the QSW-L3205-1C4T. Equipped with four 10GbE Multi-Gig RJ45 ports and one 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo port, the QSW-L3205-1C4T maximizes network performance cost-effectively, making it the most economical choice for small studios and creators looking to upgrade from unmanaged to Lite-managed switches.
“For small studios, the biggest concern is when editing and backup processes interfere with each other,” said Ronald Hsu, QNAP Product Manager. He added, “With the launch of our second Lite-Managed Switch, QSW-L3205-1C4T, we offer a compact and cost-effective solution with fewer ports, yet still meeting real-world needs. This switch is not only effective in aggregating bandwidth, but also leverages VLAN and QoS to separate workflows and set priorities—ensuring uninterrupted editing and more reliable backups. A small switch can deliver a highly efficient and stable network experience.”
QSW-L3205-1C4T Key Features
Full 10GbE High-Speed Transmission
Equipped with five full 10GbE ports with a total switching capacity of 100Gbps. Four RJ45 ports support Multi-Gigabit NBASE-T (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M) and deliver stable performance when paired with Cat 6a (or better) cables. Ideal for high-bandwidth tasks such as video editing and data backup.
Flexible Combo Port
Features 1 SFP+/RJ45 combo port, with the SFP+ port supporting backward compatibility with 1G SFP modules. Enables connections to both fiber and copper devices in various environments and for long-distance uplinks.
LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol)
Can aggregate bandwidth up to 20Gbps, making it ideal when paired with QNAP NAS using Port Trunking or SMB Multichannel, significantly boosting backup and media transfer performance.
QoS (Quality of Service)
Pre-optimized for VoIP, streaming, and backup scenarios. Easily configurable to speed up and simplify deployment processes.
VLAN for Secure Segmentation
With QNAP Switch System (QSS), users can quickly set up VLANs to isolate network traffic and enhance security with minimal configuration.
Jumbo Frame Support
Supports Jumbo Frames up to 12K bytes—larger than similar models—improving efficiency for large file transfers between NAS devices and enhancing network stability.
IGMP Snooping for Smoother Multicasting
Efficiently manages multi-stream traffic between NAS and NVR, ensuring optimal performance for both surveillance (CCTV) and media playback.
QNAP Switch System (QSS) + Qfinder Pro
Simplifies discovery, configuration, and management of the QSW-L3205-1C4T switch. Supports online firmware updates for easier maintenance. QNAP Switch System
Fanless Desktop Design
Compact design with efficient passive cooling, fanless for silent operation—ideal for office desks or creative spaces while maintaining stability and a comfortable environment.
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