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Silver metal network switch with sixteen RJ-45 ports and two SFP+ slots, fanless desktop or rack form factor

ZyXEL

ZyXEL XMG1915-18EP 16-port 2.5G PoE++ network switch

SKU CH-S5AS-4405B MPN XMG1915-18EP

16-port 2.5G switch with 8 PoE++ ports at 180 W budget, 2× 10G SFP+ uplinks, fanless and Nebula cloud-manageable

  • Switch TypeManageable
  • FormatCompact Standalone Rack-mountable Desktop
  • StandardsIEEE 802.3bt IEEE 802.3z IEEE 802.3ab IEEE 802.3bz IEEE 802.
  • Network MediaMedia Type Supported: Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber Ethernet T
  • Uplink InterfaceTotal Number of Network Ports: 16 Uplink Port: Yes Network (
  • Primary PortsTotal Number of Expansion Slots: 2 Expansion Slot Type: SFP+
  • 16 ports at 2.5 Gbps boost network speed 2.5x over Gigabit
  • 8 PoE++ ports deliver 180 W total for cameras and access points
  • Two 10G SFP+ uplinks connect servers or core switches at 10 Gbps
  • Fanless design runs silently in offices or rack cabinets
  • Nebula cloud management lets you configure and monitor from anywhere

16-port 2.5G PoE++ switch for SMB networks

The ZyXEL XMG1915-18EP delivers sixteen 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports in a compact, fanless chassis. Eight ports provide PoE++ power with a total 180 W budget for cameras, access points and VoIP phones. Two 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks connect to core switches or servers. NebulaFlex cloud management is included without licence fees.

NebulaFlex cloud mode removes on-site configuration

Switching to Nebula cloud management lets administrators provision VLANs, PoE schedules and port security from a single dashboard. Firmware updates and monitoring alerts arrive automatically across sites. The switch also runs in standalone mode for local web or CLI control when cloud access is not required. No recurring subscription cost applies.

Fanless metal enclosure suits desktop

Silent operation makes the unit suitable for open-plan offices or noise-sensitive rooms. Rack ears and rubber feet are supplied for 19-inch cabinet or shelf installation. Dual 120 V and 230 V AC inputs accept standard mains supplies worldwide. Front-facing RJ-45 and SFP+ ports keep cabling tidy in tight spaces.

Highlights

  • 16 ports at 2.5 Gbps boost network speed 2.5x over Gigabit
  • 8 PoE++ ports deliver 180 W total for cameras and access points
  • Two 10G SFP+ uplinks connect servers or core switches at 10 Gbps
  • Fanless design runs silently in offices or rack cabinets
  • Nebula cloud management lets you configure and monitor from anywhere

Specifications

BrandZyXEL
Part NumberXMG1915-18EP
Switch TypeManageable
FormatCompact
Standalone
Rack-mountable
Desktop
StandardsIEEE 802.3bt
IEEE 802.3z
IEEE 802.3ab
IEEE 802.3bz
IEEE 802.3ae
IEEE 802.3af
IEEE 802.3at
IEEE 802.3x
IEEE 802.3az
IEEE 802.1p
IEEE 802.1Q
IEEE 802.1D
IEEE 802.1w
IEEE 802.1s
IEEE 802.3ad
Network MediaMedia Type Supported: Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber
Ethernet Technology: Gigabit Ethernet, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Network Technology: 1000Base-T, 2.5GBase-T, 1000Base-X, 10GBase-X
Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 1.25 GB/s
Uplink InterfaceTotal Number of Network Ports: 16
Uplink Port: Yes
Network (RJ-45): Yes
Port/Expansion Slot Details:
8 x 1/2.5 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 Network Port
8 x 1/2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PoE++ RJ-45 Network Port
2 x 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ Expansion Slot
Primary PortsTotal Number of Expansion Slots: 2
Expansion Slot Type: SFP+
Number of SFP+ Slots: 2
LayerLayer Supported: 2
PowerPoE (RJ-45) Port: Yes
PoE Budget: 180 W
Input Voltage: 120 V AC, 230 V AC
Frequency: 50 Hz, 60 Hz
Power Source: PoE++
Power Consumption: 230.81 W
CertificationCertifications & Standards
Safety: LVD, BSMI Safety
EMC: FCC Part 15 (Class A), CE EMC (Class A), BSMI EMC
Environmental Compliance: Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
FeaturesReliability
MTBF: 954032 Hour
Application/Usage:
Business
Network
IoT Devices
Camera
VoIP Phone
Wireless Access Point
Printer
IP Phone
Shipping weight2.60 kg
Package size330 × 231 × 43 mm

Questions about this item

When will the internal power supply or fans need replacement in the XMG1915-18EP?

The switch uses a fanless design with no moving parts, so no fan replacement is needed; the internal power supply is rated for 954032 hours MTBF under normal conditions.

What limit appears first when all 16 ports run at 2.5G continuously?

The 180 W PoE budget caps total powered-device draw, so sustained full-speed traffic on all ports is limited by available PoE power before switching capacity becomes a bottleneck.

How much heat and power does the fanless chassis produce when the switch runs all day at full load?

Maximum power consumption is 230.81 W; with no fans the unit dissipates that heat silently through its metal enclosure, operating on 120 V or 230 V AC at 50 or 60 Hz.

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