An Ethernet switch is the intelligent backbone of your local area network (LAN). It efficiently manages and directs data traffic, forwarding packets only to the devices that need them. The result is faster performance, reduced congestion, and reliable connectivity for computers, servers, IP devices, and wireless access points.
From climate-controlled offices to rugged industrial sites, the environment where a switch is deployed matters just as much as its technical specifications. Selecting the right switch ensures optimal performance, long-term reliability, and maximum uptime, no matter where your network extends.
Choosing between commercial and industrial Ethernet switches isn’t just about speed or port count. It’s about matching the switch to its operating environment, uptime expectations, and durability requirements. Use this selector to match your deployment conditions with a switch engineered to perform reliably in that environment.
Ideal for offices, SMBs, and data centers, commercial switches are designed for controlled indoor environments. They operate reliably within standard temperature ranges (0° to 40°C), offer high port density, and support quiet, energy-efficient operation, making them well-suited for traditional IT spaces.
| Main Ports | Uplink Port(s) | Features | Install Type | ||||||||||
| Managed | Media Type | Port Quantity | Port Speed | Media Type | Port Quantity | Port Speed | PoE | Web Smart | Dual Power | Desktop | DIN-Rail | Rack Mount | Item # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 5 | 10/100-Mbps | n/a | n/a | n/a | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | LBS005A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | 10/100-Mbps | n/a | n/a | n/a | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | LBS008A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 4 | Gigabit | n/a | n/a | n/a | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | LGB304A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | n/a | n/a | n/a | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | LPB1308A-R2 |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | n/a | n/a | n/a | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | LGB408A-R2 |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 2 | Gigabit | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | LGB710A |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | Fiber/Copper (SFP/RJ-45) | 2 | Gigabit | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | LGB1110A |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 16 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 2 | Gigabit | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | LGB2118A-R2 |
| Yes | Fiber (SFP) | 20 | Gigabit | Fiber/Copper (SFP/RJ-45) | 4 | Gigabit | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | LGB5124A-R2 |
| Yes | Fiber (SFP) | 20 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP+) | 4 | 10-Gigabit | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | LGB5128A-R2 |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 24 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 2 | Gigabit | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | LGB2126A |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 24 | Gigabit | Fiber/Copper (SFP/RJ-45) | 2 | Gigabit | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | LGB1126A-R2 |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 24 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP+) | 4 | 10-Gigabit | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | LGB5028A-R3 |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 44 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP+) | 4 | 10-Gigabit | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | LGB5052A-R3 |
Built for demanding edge environments such as factories, transportation systems, and outdoor installations, industrial switches are engineered for resilience. They withstand extreme temperatures (–40° to +75°C), vibration, electromagnetic interference (EMI), and unstable power conditions, delivering consistent performance where standard equipment can’t.
| Main Ports | Uplink Port(s) | Features | Install Type | ||||||||||
| Managed | Media Type | Port Quantity | Port Speed | Media Type | Port Quantity | Port Speed | PoE | Web Smart | Dual Power | Desktop | DIN-Rail | Panel Mount | Item # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 4 | 10/100-Mbps | Fiber (Multimode SC) | 1 | 10/100-Mbps | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | LBH120A-H-SC |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 4 | 10/100-Mbps | Fiber/Copper (SFP/RJ-45) | 2 | Gigabit | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LPH3061A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 5 | 10/100-Mbps | n/a | n/a | n/a | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LBH3050A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | 10/100-Mbps | n/a | n/a | n/a | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LBH3080A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 4 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 1 | Gigabit | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LIE401A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 4 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 1 | Gigabit | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LIG401A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 4 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 2 | Gigabit | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LGH1006A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | n/a | n/a | n/a | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | LGH008A |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | n/a | n/a | n/a | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LPH008A-R2 |
| No | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | Copper (RJ-45) | 2 | Gigabit | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | LPH3100A |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 2 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 2 | Gigabit | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | LGC340A-R2 |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 6 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 2 | Gigabit | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LIE1082A |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 6 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 2 | Gigabit | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LIG1082A |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | n/a | n/a | n/a | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LIG1080A |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 8 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 4 | Gigabit | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LIE1014A |
| Yes | Copper (RJ-45) | 10 | Gigabit | Fiber (SFP) | 4 | Gigabit | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | LIG1014A |
