Name: FM64Y Dell PowerSwitch Z9100-ON 32x100G QSFP28 2x10G SFP+ Layer 3 Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: FM64Y
Price: 609.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerSwitch Z9100-ON serves as a core network switch delivering high-speed 100Gbps connections through its 32 QSFP28 ports, with additional 10Gbps flexibility from 2 SFP+ ports. It fits well in data centers and enterprise environments requiring advanced Layer 3 capabilities and reliable, scalable networking hardware.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	FM64Y
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	34
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	100G QSFP28, SFP+
Port Speed	100Gbps,10Gbps
UpLink Ports	2
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	6.4 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	4,768 Mpps
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, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,REST API

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

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

Product Description
The Dell PowerSwitch Z-Series Z9100-ON is a high-capacity network switch built for demanding data center operations. It offers ultra-fast connectivity through 32 QSFP28 ports, each capable of handling 100Gbps speeds, plus 2 additional SFP+ ports for 10Gbps connections. Often found in large enterprise or cloud data centers, this switch handles complex Layer 3 routing and switching tasks efficiently. Network engineers and IT professionals use this switch to create scalable, high-speed networks that support heavy traffic loads and virtualization. Its management features enable precise control over network policies and traffic flows, making it suitable for both core and aggregation roles. Key Features High-density 100GbE ports optimized for data center backbone traffic Supports advanced Layer 3 routing protocols like OSPF and BGP Flexible 10Gb SFP+ ports for additional connectivity options Built-in management tools for detailed network control and monitoring Robust hardware designed to maintain low latency and high throughput This switch is typically deployed in data centers where speed and reliability are critical, such as cloud service providers or large enterprise networks. It helps ensure smooth data flow across interconnected servers and storage systems, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall network performance.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerSwitch Z9100-ON is primarily deployed in large-scale data centers and enterprise network cores where high-throughput and low-latency connectivity are critical. Network architects and IT teams managing virtualized infrastructure or high-performance computing clusters benefit most from its robust Layer 3 routing and 100Gbps port density. How It's Used: Connecting spine and leaf layers in hyperscale data center fabric to support cloud service providers. Enabling high-bandwidth interconnects between storage arrays and compute clusters in enterprise virtualization environments. Supporting high-frequency trading platforms requiring ultra-low latency and scalable 10G/100G Ethernet links. Facilitating multi-tenant data centers with segregated routing policies using advanced Layer 3 features. Providing backbone connectivity for large campus networks with high traffic aggregation points. By integrating the Dell PowerSwitch Z9100-ON, organizations can effectively manage network scaling demands and maintain operational performance. Its advanced routing capabilities and dense high-speed ports help streamline traffic flows and accommodate future growth within complex IT infrastructures.