Name: M6220 Dell PowerConnect M6220 1Gb/s 20 x Ports 1000Base-T Ethernet Layer 3 Switch for PowerEdge M1000E Blade Server Enclosure
Brand: Dell
SKU: M6220
Price: 69.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerConnect M6220 switch combines high-speed Ethernet connectivity with Layer 3 routing functions in a form factor tailored for Dell blade server environments. It acts as the network backbone within the M1000E enclosure, managing traffic between blades and the wider network without adding extra bulk or complexity.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	M6220
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	20 x 1000Base-T (RJ-45) downlink ports
Number of Ports	20-Ports
Port Type	1000Base-T, 10G SFP+, SFP+
Port Speed	1Gb/s (downlinks), 10Gb/s (uplinks)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	120 Gbps (full duplex aggregate)
Switch Forwarding Rate	234.375 Mpps (64-byte frames, theoretical)
DRAM	256 MB
Flash Memory	128 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 9000 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	8192 entries

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI, CLI (SSH), SNMP, RMON
Security Features	802.1X, ACLs, SSH, RADIUS/TACACS+, BPDU Guard, DHCP snooping, Port security
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3, SSH, HTTPS
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Chassis-cooled (uses M1000e enclosure fans)
Power Supply	Powered via M1000e chassis midplane

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (typical for blade modules)

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3z, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad

Product Description
The Dell PowerConnect M6220 is a network switch built for data centers and enterprise environments using the PowerEdge M1000E blade server enclosure. It delivers 20 ports of 1Gb/s Ethernet, enabling efficient server-to-server and server-to-network communication. Often found in server racks where consolidating network connections is essential, this switch supports Layer 3 capabilities, allowing it to handle routing tasks alongside traditional switching. IT teams managing blade-based servers rely on the M6220 to optimize network performance and simplify infrastructure. Key Features Offers 20 non-blocking 1Gbps ports to support multiple simultaneous connections Includes Layer 3 features such as static routing for enhanced network control Compatible specifically with Dell PowerEdge M1000E enclosures Supports industry-standard protocols for broad interoperability Compact form factor designed to fit within blade server chassis This switch is typically deployed inside data center blade server setups where space and performance are critical. It helps reduce cabling complexity while maintaining reliable network access for server blades. Its routing and switching capabilities make it a useful component to ensure smooth internal and external network traffic flow.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerConnect M6220 switch is primarily deployed within data center blade server environments, especially those utilizing the Dell PowerEdge M1000E enclosure. It serves IT professionals managing virtualization clusters, high-density computing setups, and enterprise workloads requiring efficient internal and external network routing. How It's Used: Facilitates internal network traffic between blades in Dell M1000E enclosures for virtualization-heavy data centers. Enables Layer 3 routing for SMB IT departments consolidating multiple VLANs within a compact blade infrastructure. Supports enterprise IT environments requiring seamless integration of blade servers with existing Layer 3 network architectures. Optimizes connectivity for storage clusters hosted on blade servers by managing segregated traffic flows. Provides backbone switching for remote office data centers deploying Dell blade servers for space and power efficiency. By integrating high port density with Layer 3 capabilities, the M6220 switch ensures scalable and efficient network segmentation inside blade infrastructures. This streamlines traffic management, reduces bottlenecks, and supports evolving enterprise workloads without adding physical complexity.