Name: 7159G64 Lenovo RackSwitch G8264 (Rear to Front) 48x SFP/SFP+ with 4 x QSFP+ Expansion Slot Manageable Rack-mountable Layer 3 Switch
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 7159G64
Price: 1103.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo RackSwitch G8264 delivers dense fiber connectivity with its 48 SFP/SFP+ ports and expands uplink capacity through 4 QSFP+ slots. It fits into rack environments where rear to front airflow aligns with cooling strategies. Layer 3 routing capabilities mean it handles both switching and routing tasks efficiently, making it a solid choice for complex network setups.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	7159G64
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48 x SFP/SFP+, 4 x QSFP+ expansion slots
Number of Ports	52-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, SFP, SFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	1 GbE, 10 GbE on SFP/SFP+; QSFP+ supports 40 GbE or 4×10 GbE via breakout
UpLink Ports	4 × QSFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.28 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	1.28 Tbps (non-blocking switching capacity) — ~2,500 Mpps (64‑byte frames)
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	Up to 4095 VLANs
NIM Slot	4
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP/SFP+, QSFP+, RJ-45, mini-USB console, USB

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	128,000 entries

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPFv3, BGP
Remote Protocols	CLI, SNMPv1/v3, Netconf, optional XClarity
Management Interfaces	RJ-45 10/100/1000 OOB, mini-USB console, USB port
Security Features	SSH, SCP, sFTP, RBAC, ACLs, 802.1x, LDAP/Radius/TACACS+, port ACLs
Security	802.1X, ACLs, SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTP/HTTPS, CLI
Routing Protocol	Static routing, OSPF, RIP, BGP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot‑swappable, redundant fan modules (rear‑to‑front airflow)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	24.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (typical operating range)

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3z, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.1Q (VLAN tagging), IEEE 802.1p (QoS), IEEE 802.1D (STP), IEEE 802.1w (RSTP), IEEE 802.1s (MSTP), IEEE 802.3x (Flow Control), SNMP/RMON

Product Description
The Lenovo RackSwitch G8264 is built for data centers requiring high-density, high-performance network solutions. It’s commonly found in enterprise environments where reliable fiber connectivity and advanced routing are critical for managing complex traffic. This switch suits network administrators and IT professionals who need a versatile, rack-mountable device with robust management features. Key Features Supports 48 SFP/SFP+ ports allowing diverse fiber optic connections Includes 4 QSFP+ slots to expand bandwidth and link aggregation Designed with rear to front airflow to integrate efficiently with cooling systems Offers Layer 3 functionality for routing protocols like OSPF and BGP Managed switch with various configuration and monitoring tools This switch is typically deployed in server farms and large-scale network cores where traffic demands are high and flexibility is essential. Its airflow design helps maintain optimal operating temperatures in dense racks. The Lenovo G8264 plays a key role in ensuring smooth data flow and network stability in demanding environments.

Use Cases
The Lenovo RackSwitch G8264 is designed for environments demanding high-density fiber connectivity and advanced routing capabilities. It particularly suits data centers and enterprise networks that require efficient traffic management and scalable uplink options within rack-mounted installations. How It's Used: Supporting high-throughput virtualization environments in enterprise data centers with dense fiber connections. Deploying in colocation facilities where rear to front airflow aligns with centralized cooling systems. Facilitating storage cluster interconnects requiring consistent low-latency Layer 3 switching across multiple racks. Enabling campus backbone networks that demand flexible uplink expansion through QSFP+ slots for aggregation. Integrating into service provider edge networks requiring robust routing and high port density for fiber clients. This switch supports operational efficiency by consolidating switching and routing tasks in one platform, enabling scalable network growth with flexible uplink configurations and optimized cooling designs. Its capacity to handle complex routing in fiber-centric setups makes it a practical choice for advanced rack-based network infrastructures.