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Switch Stacking

Products:
VigorSwitch G2282x
VigorSwitch G2542x
VigorSwitch P2282x
VigorSwitch P2542X
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Switch Stacking

Enables unified control and scalable network performance.

Simplify network management by unifying multiple VigorSwitches under a single interface with synchronized settings and high-speed 10 GbE interconnects. DrayTek Switch Stacking combines up to four switches into one logical system, delivering scalable performance, centralized control, and resilient operation. 

Main functionality of Draytek Switch stacking

Security Enforcement

Security Enforcement

Protect the network from unauthorised access and threats:

  • DHCP Snooping - Blocks rogue DHCP servers.
  • ARP Spoof Defence - Prevents ARP-based attacks.
  • Port Security - Restricts access to authorised devices only.
  • Access Control Synchronisation - Centralised policies automatically enforce across all switches.
Security Enforcement

Unified Visibility & QoS Assurance

Ensure reliable performance and efficient traffic management across the stack:

  • QoS Prioritisation - Guarantees bandwidth and low latency for critical applications such as VoIP and video conferencing.
  • ONVIF Support - Automatically detects IP cameras and simplifies surveillance network management
  • IP Conflict Prevention - Identifies and isolates duplicate IP addresses to maintain stable communication.
  • Access Control Synchronisation - Centralised policies automatically enforce across all switches.
Security Enforcement

Dynamic Orchestration

Centralised control and seamless coordination of all stack members:

  • Single IP Management - Manage the entire stack from one interface.
  • Scalability - Easily expand the stack without reconfiguring existing switches.
  • Dynamic VLAN Propagation - VLAN changes automatically apply across all units.
  • Configuration Synchronisation - Settings on the master switch propagate to all members.
  • Centralised Policy Deployment - Apply VLAN, QoS, and security rules across the stack -
Security Enforcement

Network Resilience

Maintain continuous network operation and prevent downtime:

  • Resilience and Failover - The stack keeps running if a switch fails.
  • Switch Stacking - Combine up to four VigorSwitch units into one logical stack.
  • Link Redundancy - Multiple inter-switch links ensure uninterrupted traffic flow.
  • LAG Centralisation - Aggregate uplinks to improve bandwidth and redundance.

Comparison: Traditional vs. Stacked Switching

Aspect 

Standalone Switches 

DrayTek Switch Stacking 

Management 

Separate login required for each switch 

Single IP address manages the entire stack 

VLAN / Policy Setup 

Manual configuration on every device 

One-click synchronization across all stack members 

Firmware Upgrades 

Updates performed individually per switch 

Centralized update via the master switch 

Redundancy 

Limited redundancy per link 

Dual-link stacking with enhanced redundancy 

Scalability 

Requires manual reconfiguration when expanding 

Add switches seamlessly with automatic integration 

Monitoring 

Device-by-device visibility 

Unified overview of the entire stack 

Why DrayTek Switch Stacking?

Capability 

DrayTek Advantage 

Stack Size 

Supports up to 4 switches per stack for flexible network expansion 

Stacking Bandwidth 

Dual 10G SFP+ links per unit with ring topology for high-speed, redundant interconnection 

Management 

Single IP address with centralized Web UI and CLI control 

Policy Synchronisation 

Unified VLAN, QoS, ACL, and security configurations across all stack members 

High Availability 

Dual-link ring architecture provides path and node resilience 

Maintenance 

Centralized firmware upgrades and configuration synchronization 

Portfolio Coverage 

Supports 10G and 2.5G families, including 2282x Series, Q2300x Series, and 2542x Series 

Supported Models & Firmware Versions & Compatibility

Model 

Firmware Support Since 

Compatible Models for Stacking 

VigorSwitch P2282x / G2282x 

2.10.1 or later 

VigorSwitch P2282x / G2282x 

VigorSwitch Q2300x / PQ2300xb 

2.10.2 or later 

VigorSwitch Q2300x / PQ2300xb 

VigorSwitch G2542x / P2542X  

2.10.2 or later 

VigorSwitch G2542x / P2542X  

Notes:

  • All switches in a stack must run the same firmware version.
  • Only switches with the same port count and configuration are compatible for stacking (e.g., P2282x can be stacked with P2282x or G2282x).
  • The master unit centrally manages configuration, firmware updates, and monitoring for the entire stack. 

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