Name: 0J5W8K Dell PowerConnect 10/40GbE Blade Switch for MXL Chassis
Brand: Dell
SKU: 0J5W8K
Price: 429.56 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerConnect J5W8K is a blade switch designed to fit into Dell's MXL chassis, providing flexible 10 and 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. It fits well in data centers needing compact, high-speed switching solutions that support a mix of server connections and uplink capacities without occupying extra rack space.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	0J5W8K
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	10G,40G
UpLink Ports	4 x 40G QSFP+
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP / QSFP+,Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web GUI,SSH,Telnet,SNMP,Serial Console,USB
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,RADIUS/TACACS+,Storm Control,SSH
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.3ad,IEEE 802.3ae

Product Description
The Dell PowerConnect J5W8K MXL 10/40 GbE Blade Switch is built for environments where fast and efficient data transfer is critical. It's commonly used in data centers and enterprise networks to provide high-performance connectivity within Dell MXL blade chassis. Network administrators and IT professionals often find this switch valuable for consolidating network infrastructure while maintaining scalability and speed. Its mix of 10 and 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports allows for flexibility in connecting servers and uplinks. Key Features Delivers combined 10 GbE and 40 GbE ports for versatile network setups Integrates seamlessly into Dell MXL chassis to save rack space Optimizes data flows with low latency switching capabilities Offers scalable bandwidth to support growing data demands Facilitates simplified management within Dell's network ecosystem This switch is typically deployed in dense data center environments where space and performance must be balanced. It plays a key role in linking high-speed servers and storage systems, enabling smooth data handling and reliable network operations.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerConnect 10/40GbE Blade Switch is primarily deployed in data center environments where high-density and high-speed connectivity is essential. It is particularly suited for organizations running virtualization platforms or demanding network workloads that require low latency and flexible bandwidth allocation within a consolidated chassis infrastructure. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization clusters in enterprise data centers requiring seamless 10GbE and 40GbE interconnects to optimize server-to-server traffic. Facilitating top-of-rack switching in hyper-converged infrastructure deployments to aggregate storage and compute traffic efficiently. Enabling uplink connectivity for high-performance computing environments where scalable bandwidth and low latency are critical. Providing flexible bandwidth options in cloud service provider facilities that must dynamically adapt to varying tenant network demands. Integrating into Dell MXL chassis-based modular switches for streamlined management and reduced rack footprint in medium to large-scale network operations. This blade switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating multiple high-speed connections within a compact chassis, reducing cabling complexity and power consumption. Its adaptability to mixed 10/40GbE environments supports scalable network growth without requiring extensive hardware upgrades.