Name: 4T9M6 Dell Networking S5000 Series S5148F-ON 48 x SFP28 Ports 25GBase-X + 2 x QSFP28 Ports Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: 4T9M6
Price: 1301.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Networking S5148F-ON is a robust Layer 3 switch that delivers high-speed 25G connectivity through its 48 SFP28 ports and offers scalable uplink capacity with two 100GbE QSFP28 ports. It fits neatly into a 1U rack space and is commonly used in data centers or enterprise networks requiring detailed network control and efficient traffic management.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	4T9M6
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48 SFP28
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	25G SFP28, 100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	25G,100G (uplink)
UpLink Ports	2 x QSFP28
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP28,QSFP28,Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (Console/SSH),Web GUI,SNMP,REST API,USB Console
Security Features	Access control lists (ACLs),802.1X authentication,RADIUS/TACACS+ support,DHCP snooping,IP source guard,Storm control,ARP inspection
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMPv1/v2/v3,REST API
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,OSPFv3,BGP,VRRP,HSRP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

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

Product Description
The Dell Networking S5148F-ON switch is built for demanding data center and enterprise environments where reliable, high-speed network performance is essential. It offers a dense port configuration with 48 SFP28 ports that handle 25GbE traffic, paired with 2 QSFP28 uplinks that support 100GbE aggregation. Often found in data centers and enterprise core or aggregation layers, this switch is designed for network administrators and IT teams who need granular control over Layer 3 routing and advanced network protocols to optimize traffic flow and maintain network stability. Key Features Supports 25GbE speeds on all SFP28 ports for bandwidth-intensive applications Includes dual 100GbE QSFP28 ports for high-speed uplinks and scalability Enables Layer 3 routing with support for multiple protocols like OSPF and BGP Provides comprehensive management options including automation and scripting Compact 1U size fits standard rack setups to maximize space efficiency This switch is typically deployed in environments needing high throughput and low latency, such as cloud infrastructure, large-scale enterprise networks, or service provider backbones. Its combination of speed, flexibility, and management features helps ensure smooth data flow and supports growing network demands without compromising performance.

Use Cases
The Dell Networking S5148F-ON switch is tailored for high-performance data center networks and enterprise environments demanding robust Layer 3 routing and 25G connectivity. It best serves network architects and administrators managing large-scale virtualization, cloud infrastructure, or high-throughput storage applications. How It's Used: Aggregating server connections in hyperscale data centers using 25G SFP28 ports for low-latency, high-bandwidth traffic flows. Supporting multi-tenant cloud environments with scalable 100GbE uplinks to backbone routers for seamless east-west traffic. Deploying in campus core networks to enable advanced routing protocols and efficient segmentation across distributed IT resources. Enabling high-density virtualization deployments by connecting compute clusters with high-speed, low-latency links to storage arrays. Facilitating edge data center deployments requiring compact 1U rack-mountable switches that balance port density and performance. This switch enhances network operational efficiency by consolidating high-speed ports in a compact form factor, supporting scalable uplinks to accommodate growth. Its Layer 3 capabilities provide granular traffic management essential for complex modern network topologies.