Name: 8Y5PX Dell 32x100GbE QSFP28 + 2xSFP+ Z9100-ON Network Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: 8Y5PX
Price: 609.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Z9100-ON switch combines high-speed 100GbE ports with flexible uplink options, making it suitable for dense, high-performance data center environments. It fits well where rapid data transfer and advanced network management are needed, offering both speed and versatility without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	8Y5PX
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	34
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	100G QSFP28, SFP+
Port Speed	100GbE,10GbE
UpLink Ports	2 x 10GbE (SFP+)
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, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACLs),802.1X Authentication,SSH,SSL,RADIUS,TACACS+,Port Security,Storm Control
Management Type	CLI,Web-Based (GUI),SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,Telnet,SNMPv2/3

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

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.3ae,IEEE 802.3ba,IEEE 802.3by,IEEE 802.3x,IEEE 802.1s,IEEE 802.1w,IEEE 802.1D

Product Description
The Dell Z9100-ON switch delivers high-density 100GbE connectivity, ideal for environments requiring fast, reliable network performance. It’s often found in data centers and enterprise networks where bandwidth and low latency are critical. Built for network engineers and IT professionals, this switch supports demanding workloads such as virtualization, cloud computing, and large-scale storage networks. Its flexible SFP+ ports provide versatile uplink options to complement the high-speed QSFP28 interfaces. Key Features High port density with 32 QSFP28 100GbE interfaces for large-scale deployments Dual SFP+ ports offer additional uplink flexibility and compatibility Comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocol support to streamline network traffic Robust OS for customization and automation in complex network environments Power-efficient design helps reduce operational costs in data centers Typically deployed in hyperscale data centers, cloud service providers, and enterprise core networks, this switch plays a central role in handling vast amounts of traffic with minimal delay. Its features support smooth network scaling and help maintain consistent performance under heavy loads.

Use Cases
The Dell Z9100-ON switch is primarily deployed in hyperscale data centers and enterprise core networks where high throughput and low latency are critical. Operators managing large-scale virtualization or storage environments benefit from its high port density and advanced Layer 3 capabilities, enabling efficient traffic segmentation and routing. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in cloud data centers handling multi-tenant virtualization workloads requiring rapid east-west data movement. Serving as a spine switch in leaf-spine architectures to support scalable and resilient enterprise IT environments. Interconnecting high-performance storage clusters with demanding data transfer requirements in financial or scientific computing facilities. Facilitating high-bandwidth uplinks in campus core networks where diverse access switches connect to the aggregation layer. Supporting edge computing sites that require compact yet powerful switching to manage local data processing and rapid interconnectivity. By delivering scalable 100GbE connectivity with flexible uplinks and advanced traffic management, the Dell Z9100-ON helps maintain operational efficiency and throughput across evolving network topologies. This adaptability is crucial for environments anticipating rapid growth or shifting workload demands.