Omada Switch Series Guide: Identification, Classification, and Selection

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Contents

Introduction

Identify Your Omada Switch by Model Number

Omada Switch Series Overview

How to Choose the Right Omada Switch

Legacy Omada Switch Classification (Previous Naming Rules)

Conclusion

Introduction

Omada switches are available in multiple series designed for different network sizes, deployment scenarios, and performance requirements. From enterprise campus networks to SMB access layers and cloud-managed edge deployments, each switch family serves a specific role within the network architecture.

This article explains how to identify the series and type of an Omada switch based on its model number, understand the latest classification framework, and select the most suitable switch family for different deployment requirements.

Identify Your Omada Switch by Model Number

The easiest way to identify an Omada switch is through its model number.

Use the table below to match your switch model with the corresponding switch series.

Latest Omada Switch Classification

Switch Series

Typical Model Pattern

Example Models

Positioning / Description

Control Method

Campus

S6500 / S7500 Series

S6500-48MPP6Y, S6500-24GP4XF, S7500-24Y4C

Enterprise campus and ISP deployments. Supports advanced Layer 3 features, physical stacking, M-LAG, redundant power, and up to 100G uplinks.

Omada Cloud-Based Controller

Omada Software Controller

Omada Hardware Controller

Omada APP

Standalone Web GUI

SNMP (Except Agile and Industrial)

NETCONF (Campus Switches Only)

Aggregation

SX66xxYF, SX30xxF, SG3428XF

SX6632YF, SX3016F, SX3008F, SG3428XF

Aggregates traffic from access switches. Primarily all-fiber designs with 10G/25G uplinks and advanced L2/L3 capabilities.

Access Max

SX3xxx, SX2xxx

SX3832MPP, SX3832, SX3206HPP

High-performance access layer with 10G access ports and high-power PoE++, ideal for Wi-Fi 7 APs and bandwidth-intensive applications.

Access Pro

SGxxxxX-M2 Series

SG3428XPP-M2, SG3428X-M2, SG3218XP-M2, SG3210XHP-M2

2.5G access switching with 10G SFP+ uplinks, optimized for Wi-Fi 6 and entry-level Wi-Fi 7 deployments.

Access Plus

SG6xxxX, SG5xxxX, SG3xxxX

SG6654XHP, SG6428XHP, SG5452XMPP, SG3428XMP

Enhanced access layer with Gigabit downlinks, 10G uplinks, high PoE capacity, and optional stacking capabilities.

Access

SG2xxx / SG3xxx (non-X models)

SG3452P, SG3428MP, SG3428, SG2428P

Standard managed access switches for SMB networks with Gigabit connectivity and optional PoE.

Agile

ES Series

ES228GMP, ES220GP, ES210GMP, ES205G

Entry-level cloud-managed switches with simplified features such as VLAN, QoS, Loop Prevention, and surveillance-oriented functions.

Industrial

IES Series

IES210GPP, IES206GPP, IES208G, IES206G

Rugged industrial switches featuring IP40 metal housing, -40°C to 75°C operating temperature, redundant DC power inputs, and DIN-rail/wall mounting for harsh environments.

Omada Switch Series Overview

The latest Omada switch portfolio is organized into the following categories:

  • Campus: Core, aggregation, and access L3 stackable switches for enterprise campus and ISP deployments.
  • Aggregation: High-performance aggregation switches that connect multiple access switches at middle-sized network.
  • Access Max: 10G access switches designed for Wi-Fi 7 and high-bandwidth applications.
  • Access Pro: Multi-Gigabit access switches optimized for Wi-Fi 6 and entry-level Wi-Fi 7 deployments.
  • Access Plus: Enhanced Gigabit access switches with high PoE capacity and 10G uplinks.
  • Access: Standard managed switches for SMB deployments.
  • Agile: Entry-level cloud-managed switches with simplified management and surveillance-oriented features.
  • Industrial: Industrial-grade switches designed for harsh environments with enhanced reliability and protection.

How to Choose the Right Omada Switch

Selecting the right switch depends on network size, performance requirements, management preferences, and future expansion plans.

Selection Guidelines

Selection Factor

Questions to Consider

Recommendation

Deployment Scenario

Where will the switch be deployed? Small office, enterprise campus, surveillance network, hotel, school, or ISP environment?

Choose the switch series based on the network scale and business requirements. Campus Series is suitable for large enterprise networks, while Access & Aggregation Series is ideal for SMB deployments.

Number of Ports

How many wired devices need to be connected now and in the future?

Select an appropriate port count such as 5, 8, 10, 16, 24, 28, or 48, while allowing room for future expansion.

Network Speed

What bandwidth is required for connected devices?

Choose Gigabit, 2.5G Multi-Gigabit, or 10G Multi-Gigabit, according to performance requirements.

PoE Requirement

Do connected devices require power through Ethernet cables?

Select PoE+, PoE++, or non-PoE models based on the power requirements of APs, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and other powered devices.

PoE Budget

What is the total power consumption of connected PoE devices?

Ensure the switch PoE budget is higher than the total power demand of all connected devices.

Uplink Requirement

Will the switch connect to other switches, servers, or core network devices?

Choose models with 1G SFP, 10G SFP+, 25G SFP28, or 100G QSFP uplinks according to backbone bandwidth needs.

Fiber Connectivity

Is long-distance transmission required?

Select switches with SFP/SFP+/SFP28 ports if fiber connections are needed between floors or buildings.

Management Requirement

Is centralized management required?

Choose Omada-managed switches if cloud management, remote monitoring, or controller-based deployment is needed.

Layer 2 / Layer 3 Features

Are routing, VLANs, ACLs, QoS, or advanced network segmentation required?

Select Access, Aggregation, or Campus Series models with the corresponding feature set.

Scalability

Will the network continue to grow?

Consider switches that support stacking, high-speed uplinks, and additional port capacity for future expansion.

Installation Environment

Where will the switch be installed?

Consider desktop, rackmount, fanless, industrial, or outdoor deployment requirements when selecting a model.

Budget

What is the available project budget?

Balance performance, port density, PoE capability, and future growth requirements to achieve the best value.

Quick Selection Recommendations

For typical deployment scenarios:

Scenario

Recommended Series

Large Enterprise Campus

Campus

ISP Networks

Campus / Aggregation

High-Density Wi-Fi 7

Access Max

Wi-Fi 6 / Entry Wi-Fi 7

Access Pro

General SMB Networks

Access Plus / Access

Surveillance Networks

Agile

Industrial Automation / Harsh Environments

Industrial

Legacy Omada Switch Classification (Previous Naming Rules)

Before the current classification framework was introduced, Omada switches were categorized according to switch capability levels.

In contrast, the current framework primarily classifies switches based on equipment specifications and deployment scenarios, providing a clearer way to distinguish between different product series.

Current vs Legacy Classification

Current Classification

Typical Models

Legacy Category

Campus

S6500 / S7500

L3

Aggregation

SX66xxYF

L3

SX30xxF

L2+

Access Max

SX3xxx / SX2xxx

L2+

Access Pro

SGxxxxX-M2

L2+

Access Plus

SG6xxxX

L3

SG5xxxX

L3 Lite

SG3xxxX

L2+

Access

SG3xxx

L2+

SG2xxx

Smart

Agile

ES2xxx

Easy Managed

Industrial

IES2xxx

Easy Managed

Legacy Omada Switch Naming Format

Switch Level

Naming Format

Example

Control Method

L3

Sx6xxx

SG6428XHP

Omada Cloud-Based Controller

Omada Software Controller

Omada Hardware Controller

Omada APP

Standalone Web GUI

L3 Lite

Sx5xxx

SG5428X

L2+

Sx3xxx

SG3428MP

Smart

Sx2xxx

SG2428P

Easy Managed

ES2xxx

ES205G

Easy Smart

DS1xxxxE

DS1024GE

Easy Smart Configuration Utility

Web GUI

Conclusion

Omada switches can be quickly identified by their model numbers and are classified into several series, including Campus, Aggregation, Access Max, Access Pro, Access Plus, Access, Agile and Industrial. Understanding these classifications helps simplify product selection, network planning, and feature comparison.

If the switch model belongs to an earlier product generation, the legacy naming rules can also be used to map the device to its corresponding category and management capabilities.

For detailed specifications, feature support, and configuration guides, please visit Support Home page and download the documentation for the corresponding product model.

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