Name: 0K002V Dell PowerConnect M6348 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Blade Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: 0K002V
Price: 211.12 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerConnect M6348 48-Ports Gigabit Ethernet Blade Switch acts as a central networking component within Dell blade server environments. It consolidates numerous connections into a compact unit while providing dependable gigabit Ethernet speeds. This switch fits directly into compatible Dell chassis and is well suited for organizations needing efficient and scalable internal network switching.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	0K002V
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, SFP+, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10/100/1000Base-T
UpLink Ports	4 x 10Gb SFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
DRAM	512 MB
Flash Memory	64 MB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web (HTTP/HTTPS), CLI (SSH, Telnet), SNMPv1/v2/v3, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Security Features	802.1X, ACLs, SSH, SSL, RADIUS/TACACS+, Port Security, Storm Control, DHCP Snooping
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS
Routing Protocol	Static, RIP, OSPF, VRRP

Power & Cooling
Fans	No

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.3ad

Product Description
The Dell PowerConnect M6348 is a high-performance blade switch designed to provide fast and reliable network connections within blade server environments. It is commonly used in data centers and enterprise setups where dense, scalable networking is essential. IT teams and network administrators rely on this switch to deliver stable and flexible connectivity inside Dell's M1000e blade chassis. Key Features Offers 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports to support high-throughput data transfer Integrates seamlessly into Dell PowerEdge M1000e chassis for streamlined cabling Includes Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities to manage traffic efficiently Supports VLANs, link aggregation, and QoS to optimize network performance Provides management options suitable for medium to large enterprise networks This blade switch is typically deployed in server rooms and data centers where space and performance are critical. It helps maintain organized network infrastructure by fitting directly into the blade chassis and reducing external cabling needs. The switch’s robust features make it a practical choice for managing internal server communications and supporting multiple virtualized workloads.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerConnect M6348 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Blade Switch is primarily deployed within Dell PowerEdge M1000e chassis environments, making it ideal for data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures requiring robust internal networking. It caters to IT teams managing virtualized workloads and high-density server configurations where efficient network consolidation and low latency are critical. How It's Used: Integrating high-density blade servers in enterprise data centers to streamline internal network traffic and reduce cabling complexity. Supporting virtualization environments by providing scalable and high-speed connectivity between multiple virtual machines hosted on blade servers. Facilitating storage cluster communications within mid-size to large scale data centers where low latency and high throughput are necessary. Enabling edge computing deployments requiring compact, high-performance switching within constrained rack spaces. Serving as the backbone switch for SMB IT departments consolidating network infrastructure within Dell blade server chassis. By consolidating multiple gigabit connections into a single blade switch, the Dell PowerConnect M6348 enhances network efficiency and simplifies management in complex server environments. Its compatibility with Dell chassis ensures scalable network growth while maintaining high throughput and reliability essential for enterprise and data center operations.