Name: M6348 Dell 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Layer 2 Managed Blade Switch 1U Rack-Mount
Brand: Dell
SKU: M6348
Price: 349.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerConnect M6348 is a 1U blade switch offering 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports designed for rack-mounted chassis environments. It provides Layer 2 management capabilities that help organizations maintain structured and secure network traffic flow in medium to large scale deployments.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	M6348
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, SFP+
Port Speed	10/100/1000Base-T
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	130.95 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
MAC Address Table Size	16000

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI (HTTP/HTTPS), Command Line Interface (SSH/Console), SNMP
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACLs), 802.1X authentication, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH, SSL, BPDU protection, Port security, Storm control
Security	802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,ACLs,SSH,SSL
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3,SSH,HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	6.50

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1w (RSTP), IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), LLDP

Product Description
The Dell PowerConnect M6348 is a 48-port Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for medium to large network environments. It provides high-speed connectivity and advanced management features, enabling efficient handling of network traffic. Often found in enterprise data centers and server rooms, this switch fits into Dell's blade chassis systems, streamlining network hardware and saving rack space. Network administrators and IT professionals commonly use it to improve network segmentation and performance while maintaining centralized control. Key Features Comprehensive VLAN support for network segmentation Quality of Service (QoS) controls to prioritize critical traffic Robust security options including ACLs and port security Compact blade design for easy integration in chassis systems Supports SNMP for remote network monitoring and management This switch is typically deployed in environments where space is limited but high port density and manageability are required. It plays a key role in maintaining stable and efficient network operations across various applications, including virtualization and unified communications.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerConnect M6348 is typically deployed in data center environments and enterprise network cores where high port density and flexible integration are critical. IT teams managing medium to large scale infrastructure benefit from its blade form factor, enabling efficient rack space utilization and streamlined network management within Dell PowerConnect chassis. How It's Used: Integrating into modular Dell PowerConnect chassis to consolidate network access in enterprise data centers. Supporting virtualization environments by providing high-throughput, low-latency connectivity for virtual machine traffic aggregation. Implementing Layer 2 VLAN segmentation and QoS policies in campus network cores for reliable multi-departmental traffic isolation. Enhancing storage cluster connectivity with dedicated Gigabit Ethernet links to optimize data transfer performance. Deploying in edge computing sites requiring compact, high-port-count switching within constrained rack spaces. By enabling dense port configurations and comprehensive Layer 2 management within a compact chassis design, the M6348 helps maintain network scalability and operational consistency. These capabilities support evolving workloads and streamline network operations in complex, rack-mounted environments.