Name: 6N8X5 Dell 32-Port 40GbE QSFP+ S6010-ON Data Center Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: 6N8X5
Price: 259.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 6N8X5 S6010-ON switch is a high-performance network switch designed to deliver 40GbE connectivity across 32 QSFP+ ports. It fits into modern data center environments where fast, reliable interconnections are essential for supporting demanding workloads and network traffic management.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	6N8X5
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+
Port Speed	40GbE
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.56 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console, SSH, SNMP
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACLs), 802.1X, SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+
Management Type	CLI, SNMP, (Web/REST GUI depends on installed NOS)
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,SNMP,Telnet,REST

Power & Cooling
Fans	Redundant hot-swappable fans (front-to-back airflow)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The Dell 6N8X5 S6010-ON switch is a robust network device designed to handle demanding data traffic with 32 QSFP+ ports delivering 40GbE speeds. It’s often found in data centers where high throughput and low latency are critical for operations such as cloud computing, virtualization, and large-scale storage solutions. Built for network administrators and IT professionals, this switch provides a scalable and reliable backbone for enterprise networks. Its flexible configuration supports a variety of advanced networking protocols, making it suitable for complex environments. Key Features High-density 40GbE QSFP+ ports for efficient data transfer Supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing capabilities Runs on Dell Networking OS for flexible management Designed for scalability in growing network infrastructures Includes comprehensive security and monitoring tools Typically deployed in large-scale data centers or enterprise core networks, the 6N8X5 excels at handling heavy network loads. It plays a central role in ensuring smooth connectivity between servers, storage, and other network devices while providing the performance needed for critical business applications.

Use Cases
The Dell 6N8X5 32-Port 40GbE QSFP+ S6010-ON Data Center Switch is commonly deployed in high-density data center environments where low latency and high throughput are critical. It is well-suited for enterprise IT teams managing virtualization and cloud workloads that demand rapid data exchanges and scalable network infrastructure. How It's Used: Facilitating high-speed interconnects between storage clusters in large-scale virtualization deployments. Providing backbone connectivity for enterprise data centers requiring low-latency 40GbE links. Enabling scalable leaf-spine architectures in campus and hyperscale data centers. Supporting high-bandwidth aggregation for edge computing nodes in distributed network environments. Integrating with software-defined networking (SDN) frameworks to optimize traffic flow and policy enforcement. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent performance in bandwidth-intensive scenarios, while its modular QSFP+ ports allow for scalability as network demands grow. Its reliability and protocol support help maintain seamless connectivity across complex infrastructure setups.