Grandstream GWN7721 switch Layer 2 Lite Managed 2.5 Gigabit

The Grandstream GWN7721 is a Layer 2 Lite Managed 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for small to medium businesses seeking high-performance, cost-effective networking. With 8 x 2.5 Gigabit RJ45 ports, it delivers up to 2.5 times the speed of standard Gigabit switches, ensuring smooth data transfer for bandwidth-intensive applications. Its fanless design ensures silent operation, making it ideal for noise-sensitive environments.

Advantages

Experience enhanced network performance with 2.5 Gigabit connectivity, future-proofing your infrastructure for growing demands. The switch supports advanced Layer 2 features including VLAN, QoS, and link aggregation, providing flexibility and control. Management is simplified via web UI, CLI, or cloud-based GWN.Cloud and GWN Manager platforms. Energy-efficient and fanless, it reduces power consumption and noise.

Suitable for

• Small to medium businesses upgrading to 2.5 Gigabit networks
• Offices requiring silent, fanless networking equipment
• Deployments needing advanced management features like VLAN and QoS
• Edge or desktop installations with wall-mount capability

Key specifications

• 8 x 2.5 Gigabit RJ45 ports
• Switching capacity: 40 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: 29.76 Mpps
• MAC address table: 16K entries
• Jumbo frame support: up to 10KB
• VLAN support: 802.1Q, port-based (up to 4K VLANs)
• QoS: port-based, 802.1p, DSCP, rate limiting
• Link aggregation: static LAG
• Spanning Tree Protocol: STP/RSTP
• IGMP snooping: v1/v2/v3
• Management: Web UI, CLI, GWN.Cloud, GWN Manager
• Power supply: external adapter (12VDC, 1A)
• Max power consumption: 7.5W
• Fanless design
• Desktop or wall-mount
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C
• Certifications: FCC, CE, RCM, IC

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair the GWN7721 with Grandstream's GWN series access points and routers. Use quality Cat6a or higher cabling to fully leverage 2.5 Gigabit speeds. Ideal for VoIP, video conferencing, and high-speed data applications.