Luminex GigaCore 10t 1G/NQS - 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 8 x Neutrik EtherCON and 2 x OpticalCON Quad SMF Connectors in Blue Finish

The Luminex GigaCore 10t (LU0100079-NQS-1G) is a highly sophisticated 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet switch designed specifically for professional touring applications in lighting, audio, and video. This switch is particularly beneficial for environments that demand frequent tear-down and setup, making it ideal for applications where rugged connectivity is essential. Built to support the most advanced AV protocols, the GigaCore 10t acts as a critical backbone for a converged network, allowing various applications to seamlessly coexist within the same infrastructure.

The integration of the GigaCore 10t with the Araneo software platform revolutionizes network deployment, enabling users to set up an entire AV network with just a few clicks. Each switch is equipped with an intuitive built-in AV Web UI for straightforward configuration, eliminating the complexity often associated with network management. The Araneo platform facilitates consistent monitoring, planning, and management across the entire Luminex network, significantly boosting productivity and user confidence while reducing commissioning time. Additionally, an e-ink display provides real-time information on critical parameters of the switch, even when the device is powered off, ensuring that users remain informed.

Reliability and ease of setup are paramount with the GigaCore 10t, which requires no complex decisions or trade-offs regarding protocol management. It comes pre-configured with optimized Quality of Service (QoS) and DiffServ settings, as well as automated IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) configurations for each VLAN. Users can easily manage and customize predefined groups (VLANs), simplifying the process of separating network applications for better organization and efficiency. Furthermore, the advanced RLinkX redundancy protocol is included, providing redundant links and supporting ring topology for enhanced network reliability.

In terms of connectivity, the GigaCore 10t excels with its two rugged fiber connection ports, capable of data transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps, alongside eight 1 Gbps copper ports fitted with Neutrik EtherCON connectors, ensuring secure and durable connections. Time synchronization is crucial in many AV scenarios, and the GigaCore 10t simplifies this task by offering PTPv2 support, which integrates seamlessly with major audio protocols such as AES67, ST2110, Dante, and Q-SYS/Q-LAN without complex configurations. The switch also supports AVB/MILAN out of the box, allowing simultaneous operation of PTPv2 applications across different VLANs.

As the trend of deploying PoE-powered devices continues to rise in entertainment and touring setups, the GigaCore 10t stays ahead of the curve by offering PoE++ capabilities on all copper ports, delivering up to 90W per port and a total power budget of 450W. To maintain a silent operation during live performances, the switch is equipped with intelligent fan control, ensuring that operations remain unobtrusive and do not disrupt the experience for performers and audiences alike.

Features

• 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for professional touring applications in lighting, audio, and video.
• Supports advanced AV protocols out of the box, facilitating a converged network for multiple applications.
• Integrates with the Araneo software platform for easy deployment and comprehensive network management.
• Features an e-ink display for real-time parameter updates, even when powered off.
• Pre-configured with optimized QoS/DiffServ settings and IGMP for efficient network management.
• Advanced RLinkX redundancy protocol ensures reliable links and supports ring topology.
• Connectivity includes two rugged fiber ports (10 Gbps) and eight 1 Gbps copper ports with Neutrik EtherCON connectors.
• PTPv2 enabled for time synchronization with major audio protocols, ensuring hassle-free integration.
• Offers PoE++ functionality on all copper ports, with a maximum of 90W per port and a total budget of 450W.
• Robust all-metal housing; dimensions: 8.66 x 13 x 1.75 inches; weight: 7.48 lbs.
• Mounting options include rack mount and truss mount (with M10 fittings).

Specifications

Mechanical

• Enclosure: Robust all metal housing
• Dimensions: 8.66 x 13 x 1.75 inches
• Material thickness: 2mm
• Surface: Powder coated
• Mounting type: Rack mount, Truss mount M10 (2x)
• Weight: 7.48 lbs
• Packaging dimensions: 21.65 x 13.18 x 2.67 inches
• Packaged weight: TBC

Connectivity

• Network:
  • 2x 10 Gbps / 1 Gbps Rugged fiber connectors on front panel (Optional), independent from other ports
  • 4 x Gigabit (10/100/1000 BASE-T) EtherCON on front panel
  • 4 x Gigabit (10/100/1000 BASE-T) EtherCON on rear panel
• Serial: N/A
• Power: 1x PowerCON True1 in
• Backup power: N/A
• Backup PoE: N/A

Temperature Management

• Intelligent control: Yes
• Number of fans: 2
• Position of fans: Rear panel
• Airflow direction: Front to rear
• Noise level: TBC

User Interface

• Device status: RGB LEDs (OK, Power, RLinkX, PoE)
• Dynamic labeling: E-ink Display
• Fiber port status: 2x RGB LED (Port Speed/Activity, Port Status), Group indication
• Cu Port Status: 2x RGB LED (Port Speed/Activity, Port Status), Group indication, PoE

Fiber Port

• Port speed: 10G BASE-X or 1000 BASE-X
• Port sensing: Fixed speed

Copper Port

• Port Speed: 10/100/1000 BASE-T
• Port Sensing: Auto Negotiation
• Auto Crossover: MDI/MDIX (allows use of straight or cross wired cable)
• Auto Sensing: Full or Half Duplex (Gigabit is Full Duplex)

Power over Ethernet

• Standards: 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3bt
• PoE Ports: 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3bt
• Total PoE power budget: 450W
• LLDP Support: Yes
• Power allocation: User configurable (Priority per port, Consumption vs Class/LLDP based)
• Power limit: Total power budget firmware limit - port shutdown at overload based on port priority, Per port hardware and firmware power limits based on classification - port shutdown at overload

Switch Features

• Boot time: 45 s
• Redundant links: Yes
• Group function: Yes
• Ethernet compliance: IEEE 802.2, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x Flow Control, IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.3af PoE(optional), IEEE 802.3at PoE+(optional), IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ 90W(optional), IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1p CoS, IEEE 802.1d Spanning Tree, IEEE 802.1w Rapid Spanning Tree, IEEE 802.1s Multiple Spanning Tree, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN, IEEE 802.1Qav MVRP, IEEE 802.1 BA-2011 -> AVB (Audio Video Bridging), IEEE 802.1ab LLDP, IEEE 1588-2008 PTPv2
• Jumbo frames: Yes, supported up to 12000 MTU (with restrictions when using AVB)
• Supported protocols: Avnu AVB/Milan (Free of license), Dante, RAVENNA/AES67, Ethersound, Q-SYS/Q-LAN, IPMX, sACN, ArtNet, MANet, HogNet, RTTrPL (BlackTrax)
• Audio protocol compliance: Yes, low jitter and hardware timestamping (IEEE 1588-2008)
• Ethernet switch type: Full non-blocking wire-speed switching performance
• Memory: Flash 1 Gb RAM - 8 Mb NOR flash 4 Gb EMMC storage
• Mac Adress table: 16384 entries
• Address learning /: aging Self learning, Auto aging
• Switching troughput: 56 Gbps (10Gbps versions)
• IGMP Querrier: Yes (V1|V2) (V3 compatible)
• IGMP Snooping: Yes, enabled by default (V1|V2|V3)

Management

• Configuration: Built-in WebUI
• Network wide configuration: Yes, with Araneo software
• Firmware upgrades: Via WebUI or network wide with Araneo - Contingency option with second FW file stored

Power

• Power input: 100-240 VAC
• Backup power: NA
• Backup PoE: NA
• Power consumption: TBC

Environmental

• Operating temperature: 0 to +50C
• Storage temperature: -10 to +70C
• Humidity (non condensing): 5 to 95% RH

Approvals Pending

• Electromagnetic emmissions and immunity: FCC Part 15 CFR 47 class A, CAN/ICES-003, EN 61000, EN 55032, EN 55024
• Safety: IEC 62368-1, EN 62368-1, UL 62368-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 62368-1
• Certificates and approvals: cSGSus Mark (UL), CE Mark, UKCA Mark, CB Certificate
• Green: RoHS, REACH