Name: Dell 6R5M0 S4048T-ON 48 X 10GBase-T Ports 6 X 40GbE
Brand: Dell
SKU: 6R5M0
Price: 874.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell S4048T-ON switch offers a practical solution for networks needing a substantial number of 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections alongside 40 Gigabit uplinks. It fits well in data center environments or large enterprise setups where flexible port types and strong performance are critical. With its blend of 48 copper 10GBase-T ports and 6 QSFP+ 40GbE ports, it balances accessibility and speed without demanding optical components for every connection.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	6R5M0
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10GBase-T, 40G QSFP+
Port Speed	10GBase-T
UpLink Ports	6 x 40GbE (QSFP+)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps (1440 Gbps)
Switch Forwarding Rate	2.14 billion pps (2142.86 Mpps)
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	32,000

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2/v3,SSH,Telnet,HTTPS

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

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.3ab,IEEE 802.3an,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1w,IEEE 802.3ad,IEEE 802.3x,IEEE 802.1s

Product Description
The Dell S4048T-ON switch is built for environments where a mix of high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet access and 40 Gigabit uplinks is required. It’s often found in data centers and large enterprise networks, providing reliable, low-latency switching capabilities. Commonly deployed in server aggregation layers, this switch suits IT teams looking for flexible port configurations and solid performance. Network administrators and engineers benefit from its integration with Dell’s Open Networking OS for customizable setups. Key Features Offers 48 10GBase-T ports allowing connection to a variety of servers and devices without needing optical transceivers. Includes 6 40GbE QSFP+ ports for high-bandwidth uplinks or stacking purposes. Supports Layer 3 routing protocols alongside Layer 2 switching for versatile network design. Compatible with open networking software, enabling tailored network automation and management. Provides robust hardware performance to handle demanding workloads in dense network environments. In practice, this switch is typically installed in mid-sized to large data centers where high throughput and port density are essential. It handles traffic aggregation efficiently, helping maintain smooth data flows across the network. Its combination of copper and high-speed uplink ports makes it a practical choice for environments transitioning from 1GbE to 10GbE while still needing scalable uplinks.

Use Cases
The Dell S4048T-ON switch is tailored for high-performance networking needs within data centers and large enterprise campus environments. It serves organizations requiring dense 10GbE connectivity combined with high-speed 40GbE uplinks, particularly those managing virtualization, storage clusters, and multi-tenant infrastructures. How It's Used: Aggregating server connections in virtualization-heavy data centers to optimize resource allocation and minimize bottlenecks. Supporting large-scale enterprise campus networks where multiple 10GBase-T endpoints require seamless integration with core 40GbE uplinks. Facilitating high-throughput storage area networks (SANs) that demand low latency and robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 feature sets. Enabling edge computing deployments with flexible copper port connectivity to diverse devices while maintaining high-speed uplink capacity. Deploying in multi-tenant data centers to provide scalable, high-bandwidth access for diverse client workloads and traffic patterns. By combining a high port density of 10GBase-T connections with scalable 40GbE uplinks, the S4048T-ON supports operational efficiency and network scalability. Its advanced features and flexible deployment options make it suitable for complex network topologies requiring reliable and high-speed data transport.