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melvinmicallef
Nov 03, 2024Follower
NETGEAR GS316EP switch supports MAC ACL?
I am writing to inquire about the MAC filtering capabilities of the NETGEAR GS316EP switch. As you know, MAC filtering is a security feature that allows you to restrict network access to devices with ...
- Nov 04, 2024
The GS316EP is in it's core an unmanaged switch, with a tiny uC attached for implementing a very simple Web UI (plus the obsolete NSDP) with some basic config controls.
There are neither MAC ACL nor a https Web UI available, simply not possible due to the lack of tech and resources - sold at the street price of an unmanged switch - it's in no aspect a managed switch.
The GS316EP downloads are there -> https://www.netgear.com/support/product/gs316ep/ including the documentation and comprehensive product description.
Said that, I'll challenge a moderator to move this thread to the Plus And Smart Switches Forum section to discuss Smart Switches (T) and Plus Switches (E), including Local and Remote Management.
Regards
-Kurt.
schumaku
Nov 04, 2024Guru - Experienced User
The GS316EP is in it's core an unmanaged switch, with a tiny uC attached for implementing a very simple Web UI (plus the obsolete NSDP) with some basic config controls.
There are neither MAC ACL nor a https Web UI available, simply not possible due to the lack of tech and resources - sold at the street price of an unmanged switch - it's in no aspect a managed switch.
The GS316EP downloads are there -> https://www.netgear.com/support/product/gs316ep/ including the documentation and comprehensive product description.
Said that, I'll challenge a moderator to move this thread to the Plus And Smart Switches Forum section to discuss Smart Switches (T) and Plus Switches (E), including Local and Remote Management.
Regards
-Kurt.
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