Name: NH59M Dell PowerSwitch S-Series S4048T-ON 48 x RJ-45 Ports 10GBase-T + 6 x QSFP+ Ports Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: NH59M
Price: 874.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048T-ON is a Layer 3 managed switch that combines high-speed 10GBase-T copper ports with QSFP+ uplinks, making it suitable for network aggregation or top-of-rack deployment in data centers. It balances dense connectivity with routing flexibility and a manageable 1U package for professional networking environments.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	NH59M
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10GBase-T, 40G QSFP+
Port Speed	10GBase-T,40G QSFP+
UpLink Ports	6
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	2,812,500,000 pps
DRAM	4 GB
Flash Memory	4 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	32000

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS,RMON

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable, variable-speed fans (redundant)

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

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
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

Product Description
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048T-ON is a versatile network switch designed to handle demanding data center environments and enterprise networks. It offers a combination of 48 10GBase-T ports with standard RJ-45 connectors, allowing easy connection to existing copper infrastructure without the need for fiber. This switch also includes 6 QSFP+ ports that provide high-speed 40Gbps uplink or stacking options for scaling network capacity. Often found in data centers and large office networks, the S4048T-ON is built for IT professionals who require Layer 3 routing and advanced network management features. Its 1U rack-mountable design makes it easy to install within standard rack systems. Key Features Provides 48 10G copper ports ideal for connecting servers and storage devices Includes 6 QSFP+ ports that support 40Gbps data transfer and stacking Supports comprehensive Layer 3 routing protocols including OSPF and BGP Equipped with flexible management options including CLI and web interface Compact 1U size suitable for dense rack deployments This switch is commonly deployed in environments where both high port density and flexible uplink options are necessary, such as cloud data centers or enterprise aggregation layers. It plays a key role in simplifying network architecture while supporting demanding applications and workloads with reliable performance.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerSwitch S4048T-ON is designed for data center and enterprise network environments requiring high-density 10G copper connectivity combined with flexible Layer 3 routing. It is ideal for IT teams managing scalable network topologies with mixed workloads, including virtualization and storage traffic in rack-mounted configurations. How It's Used: Top-of-rack switch deployment in enterprise data centers to aggregate server traffic with low-latency 10GBase-T connections. High-performance network backbone for virtualization clusters requiring dense 10GbE port availability and Layer 3 segmentation. Aggregation switch in SMB networks that demand cost-effective 10G copper connectivity alongside 40Gbps uplink capabilities. Edge computing sites needing compact 1U rack switches with robust routing and stacking options for remote branch connectivity. Storage area networks leveraging 10GBase-T for flexible, high-speed data access within converged infrastructure setups. This switch supports operational efficiency through its combination of dense 10G copper ports and scalable uplinks, enabling streamlined network architectures. Its routing features and rack-mount design facilitate network segmentation and expansion without compromising performance in complex IT environments.