Name: 1KNC8 Dell PowerSwitch S-Series S4048T-ON 48 x RJ-45 Ports 10GBase-T + 6 x QSFP+ Ports Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: 1KNC8
Price: 2499.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048T-ON is a compact rack-mount switch designed to deliver high-speed Ethernet connectivity with advanced Layer 3 management. It fits well in data centers or large network setups where multiple 10G connections and scalable uplinks are needed for efficient traffic handling and routing.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	1KNC8
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10GBase-T, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	10 Gbps
UpLink Ports	6 (QSFP+)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	2812.5 Mpps
DRAM	8 GB
Flash Memory	2 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45, QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (SSH/Telnet), Web (HTTP/HTTPS), SNMP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Security Features	802.1X, ACLs, SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+, Port Security, IP Source Guard, Storm Control
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP, RADIUS, TACACS+
Routing Protocol	Yes

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans (4)
Power	AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz
Power Supply	2 x 750W hot-plug redundant AC

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.73 x 17.28 x 19.49 in
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048T-ON is built for network environments that demand reliable, high-throughput connections. It is commonly used in data centers and enterprise networks to provide flexible 10 Gigabit Ethernet access combined with powerful Layer 3 capabilities. Often found in setup requiring dense port counts and efficient traffic management, this switch benefits network admins and IT teams handling complex routing and switching tasks. Key Features Offers 48 copper 10GBase-T ports for versatile device connections Includes 6 QSFP+ ports to handle 40GbE uplinks or stacking Supports Layer 3 routing protocols for advanced network segmentation Equipped with 1U form factor to fit standard racks and save space Runs Dell's OS10 for flexible network programming and control This switch typically appears in environments like campus cores or enterprise aggregation layers, where both speed and routing intelligence are critical. Its combination of port density and Layer 3 functionality supports the needs of growing networks without adding unnecessary complexity.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048T-ON is ideally deployed in data center environments requiring high-density 10G connectivity with robust Layer 3 routing capabilities. It serves IT professionals managing complex network infrastructures needing scalable uplinks and efficient traffic segmentation. How It's Used: Aggregating multiple 10GBase-T server connections in enterprise data centers to optimize east-west traffic flow. Providing high-speed uplink connectivity in campus networks that demand seamless integration of 40GbE links. Supporting virtualization platforms with dense 10G access for compute clusters in private cloud deployments. Facilitating large-scale storage clusters requiring low-latency, high-throughput switching in rack-mount configurations. Enabling network segmentation and routing in multi-tenant environments through advanced Layer 3 management features. By integrating scalable 10G and 40GbE ports with Layer 3 functionality, this switch enhances operational efficiency and network performance. It supports evolving infrastructure demands, allowing for flexible growth and effective traffic management in demanding IT environments.