Name: 210-AWZE Dell PowerSwitch Z-Series Z9100-ON 32 x Port QSFP28 100GBase-X + 2 x SFP+ Ports Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: 210-AWZE
Price: 609.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerSwitch Z-Series Z9100-ON is a high-capacity, Layer 3 managed switch that fits into data center and enterprise network cores. It combines multiple 100G QSFP28 ports with 10G SFP+ uplinks, allowing flexible connectivity for demanding environments. This switch handles advanced routing protocols and offers the performance needed for modern network workloads without overcomplicating management.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	210-AWZE
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+, 100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	100 Gbps,10 Gbps
UpLink Ports	2
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	6.4 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28,SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, RIPng, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X Port Authentication,SSH,SSL,RADIUS,TACACS+,Port Security,Storm Control,BPDU Guard
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Security	802.1X,SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,NETCONF,REST API

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.3ae,IEEE 802.3ba,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1s

Product Description
This Dell PowerSwitch Z-Series Z9100-ON is built for demanding network environments where high bandwidth and low latency are critical. It’s commonly found in data centers and large-scale enterprise networks that require robust Layer 3 routing along with high-speed connectivity. Network engineers and IT teams often use this switch to streamline network traffic, support virtualization, and run complex workloads efficiently. Its combination of 100G QSFP28 ports and 10G SFP+ uplinks makes it adaptable to various network architectures. Key Features Supports dense 100G connections with 32 QSFP28 ports Includes 2 SFP+ ports for flexible 10G uplink options Offers Layer 3 features like OSPF, BGP, and VRF for advanced routing Runs Dell’s OS10 for customizable network management Provides high throughput with low latency suitable for data centers This switch is frequently deployed at the core or aggregation layer of data center networks, handling large volumes of traffic efficiently. Its ability to manage complex routing scenarios helps maintain smooth operations across distributed environments. Operators appreciate its role in supporting cloud deployments, storage networks, and high-performance computing setups by delivering reliable and scalable network performance.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerSwitch Z-Series Z9100-ON is primarily deployed in high-performance data center and enterprise core network environments where large-scale data throughput and low-latency switching are critical. It benefits network architects and operators managing virtualization, cloud infrastructure, and high-density storage clusters requiring robust Layer 3 routing and flexible uplink options. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in hyperscale data centers to support multi-terabit workloads across virtualized servers and storage arrays. Implementing high-speed spine switches in leaf-spine architectures within enterprise campus networks for scalable east-west data flow. Facilitating high-bandwidth uplinks for distributed cloud services connecting remote data centers or edge computing sites. Providing core switching in storage area networks (SANs) to handle large-scale backup, archiving, and disaster recovery tasks. Enabling advanced routing protocols and network segmentation in multi-tenant colocation facilities hosting diverse customer environments. By integrating high-density 100G ports with flexible 10G uplinks, this switch supports complex routing and switching demands while maintaining operational efficiency. Its capacity to handle intensive workloads makes it suitable for expanding networks where scalability and performance must align with evolving business needs.