Name: M68YC Dell PowerSwitch S4000 Series S4048-ON 48 x SFP+ Ports 10GBase-X + 6 x QSFP+ Ports Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: M68YC
Price: 986.01 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048-ON combines high-density 10GbE and 40GbE ports in a compact rack-mount design. It fits into data center networks where flexible, managed Layer 3 switching is needed to support diverse workloads and robust routing options.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	M68YC
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48 x SFP+ (10GBase-X)
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10 Gbps, 40 Gbps
UpLink Ports	6 x QSFP+ (40G)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps (non-blocking)
Switch Forwarding Rate	2,812,500,000 pps (approx., 64-byte packets)
DRAM	8 GB
Flash Memory	8 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (SSH/Telnet), Web GUI, Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console, SNMP, RESTful API, NETCONF
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, SNMPv1/v2/v3, REST, NETCONF

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans (2)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

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

Product Description
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048-ON is a versatile network switch built for handling demanding data center and enterprise network environments. It offers a mix of 10GbE and 40GbE ports that accommodate high-throughput applications and simplify aggregation or uplink tasks. Commonly found in data centers or large campus networks, this switch supports advanced Layer 3 protocols, making it suitable for IT teams needing flexible routing and traffic management. Network administrators benefit from its manageable features and dense port configuration, which optimize space and bandwidth. Key Features Delivers 48 10G SFP+ ports for dense server or storage connectivity Includes 6 QSFP+ ports for 40GbE uplinks or stacking multiple units Supports comprehensive Layer 3 routing including OSPF and BGP Equipped with a 1U form factor to fit standard racks efficiently Managed through Dell’s OS10 software for versatile network control This switch is typically deployed in core or aggregation layers within data centers where high bandwidth and low latency are critical. It plays a key role in connecting servers, storage, and other network devices, helping to maintain smooth and reliable traffic flow across complex infrastructures.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048-ON is ideal for enterprise data centers and service provider networks requiring high-density 10GbE connectivity with flexible 40GbE uplinks. It serves organizations focused on scalable, low-latency Layer 3 switching that supports demanding virtualized workloads and high-bandwidth applications. How It's Used: Aggregating server connections in hyper-scale data centers with intensive east-west traffic patterns. Providing high-performance spine or leaf switching in campus and enterprise core network fabrics. Supporting storage area networks (SANs) with low-latency 10GbE links for clustered storage systems. Enabling multi-tenant cloud environments with segregated routing and high port density. Facilitating network virtualization and overlay protocols in software-defined data center (SDDC) deployments. Delivering resilient 40GbE uplinks for large-scale aggregation and inter-switch connectivity. By integrating dense 10G and 40G interfaces within a compact rack unit, this switch enhances operational efficiency and network scalability. Its Layer 3 capabilities support complex routing while maintaining performance, making it suited for evolving data center infrastructures.