Name: 94J13 Dell PowerConnect M8428-K 28-Port 10GBase-T & Fibre Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: 94J13
Price: 553.05 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerConnect M8428-K switch delivers a combination of 10GBase-T and fibre connectivity tailored for data center and enterprise infrastructures. It balances high-speed port density with flexible deployment options, positioning itself as a dependable solution for complex network setups requiring both copper and fibre interfaces.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch, Modular Switch
Form Factor	Chassis-Based
Switch Ports	12
Number of Ports	12-Ports
Port Type	10GBase-T, SFP+
Port Speed	10 Gbps
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	240 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	468.75 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Management Type	Managed
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet
Routing Protocol	Static

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The 94J13 - Dell PowerConnect M8428-K is a versatile network switch built to handle demanding networking environments. It’s often found in data centers and enterprise network cores where high throughput and low latency are essential. Network administrators and IT professionals rely on this switch for its robust performance and flexible connectivity options. Key Features Delivers 8 10GBase-T ports along with 4 fibre ports to accommodate diverse networking setups Provides comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 network services for efficient traffic management Includes scalable bandwidth capacity to support growing network demands Equipped with advanced security and QoS features to maintain network integrity Engineered for reliability and continuous operation in critical environments This switch serves as a backbone component, enabling smooth data flow across network segments. Its performance and reliability meet the needs of intensive network traffic without sacrificing operational stability.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerConnect M8428-K switch is typically deployed in environments demanding high throughput and robust connectivity, such as enterprise data centers and campus core networks. It benefits IT teams managing mixed-media networks who require both high-speed copper and fibre connectivity. How It's Used: Aggregating 10 Gigabit Ethernet traffic in large-scale data center racks Connecting storage clusters with fibre channels for low-latency access Serving as a core switch in enterprise network backbones Supporting virtualization environments requiring scalable high-speed switching Linking edge computing nodes with mixed copper and fibre infrastructure By supporting both 10G copper and fibre connections, this switch helps maintain efficient, scalable network architecture. It ensures reliable data delivery and provides the flexibility necessary for evolving IT demands.