Ruijie NBS Series: Reyee Cloud-Managed Switch Guide (2026)

The Ruijie NBS Series is a family of cloud-managed smart switches offered under the Reyee sub-brand. Designed for SMBs, the series forms the access layer of office, store, and hotel networks with L2, L2+, and L3 models, 8/16/24/48-port options, PoE+ power, and 10G SFP+ uplink support. All devices are managed centrally through Ruijie Cloud.

What is the Ruijie NBS Series?

The Ruijie NBS Series is a family of cloud-managed managed switches aimed at SMBs under the Reyee brand. It connects endpoints (computers, access points, cameras, phones) to the network at the access layer and delivers enterprise features such as VLAN, QoS, and PoE with a streamlined management experience.

The switch is the heart of the wired network: all devices connect to it, and it is the switch's job to forward traffic to the correct destination. While unmanaged switches only provide basic connectivity, managed switches like the NBS series offer capabilities such as segmentation with VLANs, traffic prioritization with QoS, and security policies. This helps a growing business keep its network organized, secure, and scalable.

The distinguishing aspect of the Reyee NBS series is that it combines these managed features with a cloud-first, easy-to-use experience. Configuration is done through the interface without requiring complex command-line knowledge. Sora Yazılım positions the series in office, hotel, and retail projects together with Reyee RAP access points to design an end-to-end network.

For all the models and technical details of the product family, you can review our Reyee NBS switch product page. Sora Yazılım manages the entire process, from model selection to VLAN design.

Models and layers (L2/L2+/L3)

The NBS series offers models across the L2 (NBS3100), L2+ (NBS3200), and L3 (NBS5100/5200) layers. L2 provides basic switching and VLAN, while L2+ adds static routing and advanced features; L3 models support full inter-VLAN routing and dynamic protocols such as OSPF.

The table below summarizes the main series and their positioning:

Layer selection depends on the size of the network. In a single office, L2 or L2+ is usually sufficient; in growing networks where multiple VLANs need to be routed to one another, L3 models come into play. The wrong layer choice creates either unnecessary cost or a bottleneck; for this reason, growth forecasts must also be taken into account during the design phase.

Port count is also a critical choice. The 8- and 16-port models are suitable for small offices, while the 24- and 48-port models are designed for dense environments. Leaving a margin of free ports facilitates future growth and prevents an early need to upgrade.

PoE and uplink capacity

With its PoE and PoE+ models, the NBS series powers devices such as access points, IP cameras, and IP phones with both data and power over a single Ethernet cable. The 10G SFP+ uplink ports connect the switch to the backbone or core layer at high speed.

PoE (Power over Ethernet) reduces installation cost and complexity by eliminating the need to run a separate electrical line. PoE+ (802.3at) models provide power up to devices requiring higher power (dual-band access points, PTZ cameras). The total PoE budget determines how many devices can be powered simultaneously; for this reason, when selecting a switch, both the port count and the power budget in watts should be evaluated together.

Uplink capacity determines how fast the access layer can carry traffic toward the backbone. A switch with 1G access ports needs 10G uplink to avoid a bottleneck when it aggregates the traffic of many devices. The 10G SFP+ uplinks on models such as the NBS3200 are designed precisely to prevent this bottleneck.

In terms of reliability, the NBS series supports protocols such as loop prevention (STP/RSTP) and link redundancy (link aggregation). Network loops that may result from incorrect cabling are blocked automatically; multiple uplinks are combined both to increase bandwidth and to ensure uninterrupted operation if a single cable is severed. These features form the foundation of stability even in a small network.

Management with Ruijie Cloud

The NBS series is managed centrally through the Ruijie Cloud platform via web and mobile app. Administrators can perform port configuration, VLAN creation, QoS policies, and security settings remotely without physical access to the device.

The biggest advantage of cloud management is that geographically dispersed networks can be viewed from a single dashboard. The switches at every branch of a chain are monitored from the same account; a port's status, a device's connection, or a fault is diagnosed remotely. With zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), when a new switch is shipped to a site, it is configured automatically as soon as it connects to the internet.

This centralized model significantly reduces the operational burden for MSPs and multi-location businesses. For details on all the capabilities of the management platform, you can review our Ruijie Cloud guide.

Cloud management also provides configuration backup and version tracking. When a switch fails, the same configuration is applied to the replacement device with a single click, bringing recovery time down to minutes. Keeping a record of change history is a valuable source of evidence both in troubleshooting and in audit processes.

VLAN and network segmentation

A VLAN (virtual local area network) makes it possible to create logically separated networks on a single physical switch. The NBS series increases both security and performance by separating guest traffic from corporate traffic and IP cameras from office devices.

Segmentation is the cornerstone of modern network security. Preventing guest Wi-Fi from accessing corporate resources, isolating cameras in a separate segment, and prioritizing VoIP traffic all reduce the attack surface and protect the performance of critical applications. The NBS series delivers this segmentation through a manageable interface.

QoS (quality of service), meanwhile, prioritizes latency-sensitive traffic (voice calls, video conferencing). This keeps critical applications smooth even when the network is congested. The right VLAN and QoS design is as important to a network's long-term health as hardware selection.

Another benefit of segmentation is that it shrinks the fault domain. A problem occurring in one segment (for example, a broadcast storm) does not affect the other segments. This is critical for limiting outages, especially in dense networks with a large number of connected devices. A well-designed VLAN structure makes the network both more secure and easier to manage.

Use cases

The Reyee NBS series is ideal for cost-sensitive environments that nevertheless require a manageable wired network, such as small and mid-sized offices, hotels, retail chains, clinics, and schools.

In hotel projects, NBS switches power in-room access points and IP phones via PoE; they are located in floor distribution cabinets and connect to the main backbone via fiber uplink. In retail, each branch is brought online quickly with the same configuration and monitored centrally. In clinics, patient, staff, and medical device networks are separated with VLANs to ensure both compliance and security.

In these scenarios, Sora Yazılım plans the VLAN, PoE budget, and uplink design from the outset; accelerates installation with ZTP; and provides continuous monitoring through Ruijie Cloud. For design together with access points, our Reyee RAP series guide is a complementary resource.

In educational institutions, the NBS series keeps student, teacher, and administrative staff networks on separate VLANs; it powers classroom access points and interactive whiteboards via PoE. In these environments where budget constraints are pronounced, the price/performance advantage and central management enable a limited IT staff to manage a large campus efficiently.

The difference between NBS and enterprise RG-NBS

While the Reyee NBS series offers a streamlined experience for SMBs, the Ruijie RG-NBS enterprise series targets the access and distribution layers at campus scale with advanced features such as stacking, MLAG, and OSPF/BGP.

The boundary between the two series is the scale of the network and the depth of requirements. In small and mid-sized single-location networks, the NBS series is more than sufficient. In enterprise campuses that require high availability, multi-layer routing, and high port density, the RG-NBS series comes into play.

To choose the right series, you need to evaluate the expected growth and the availability requirement. For enterprise needs, you can review our Ruijie RG-NBS enterprise switch guide. The fact that both series can be managed on the same Ruijie Cloud platform allows businesses to start small and gradually move to the enterprise layer as needs grow; this is an important advantage in terms of protecting the investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ruijie NBS Series?

It is a family of cloud-managed managed switches aimed at SMBs under the Reyee brand. It offers L2, L2+, and L3 models with PoE+ and 10G uplink options and is managed with Ruijie Cloud.

What is the difference between L2, L2+, and L3?

L2 provides basic switching and VLAN; L2+ adds static routing and advanced features; L3 supports full inter-VLAN routing and dynamic protocols (such as OSPF).

Do the NBS switches support PoE?

Yes, the series includes PoE and PoE+ models. These models power access points, IP cameras, and IP phones over a single Ethernet cable; the total power is limited by the switch's PoE budget.

Is cloud management paid?

The basic management of Ruijie Cloud is free. Some advanced features, such as enhanced reporting and long-term log retention, may be paid.

How many port options does the NBS series offer?

8-, 16-, 24-, and 48-port options are available. The port count should be chosen according to the number of devices to be connected and future growth.

Is command-line knowledge required?

No. The NBS series is managed through the visual interface of Ruijie Cloud; command-line knowledge is not required for basic configurations. This enables even teams with limited networking expertise to manage the network confidently; in advanced scenarios, deeper configuration can be performed through the web interface for detailed settings.

Conclusion

The Ruijie NBS Series delivers enterprise switch features to SMBs with a simple, cloud-managed experience: VLAN segmentation, PoE power, 10G uplink, and central management keep a growing business's network organized and secure. The model lineup ranging from L2 to L3 adapts to needs of different scales. The price advantage it offers compared to brands such as Fortinet and Aruba makes it possible for SMBs to build an enterprise-class wired infrastructure even on tight budgets.

To design your network's access layer with the right layer, port count, and PoE budget, you can schedule a free discovery meeting with the Sora Yazılım team.