PC8132

The Dell PowerConnect 8132 (PC8132) is a high-performance managed Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise and data center environments. Featuring 24 x 10GBase-T ports, it supports high-speed data transfer, with a switching capacity of 640 Gbps and a forwarding rate of up to 960 million packets per second (Mpps). The switch also offers four QSFP+ (40GbE) slots for expansion, allowing it to scale up to 32 ports with optional 40GbE modules. With its advanced Layer 3 routing protocols including RIP, OSPF, BGP, and VRRP, the PowerConnect 8132 is a versatile choice for complex network architectures. The device also supports iSCSI auto-configuration and optimization, making it ideal for storage-heavy environments. Additionally, it is equipped with comprehensive management interfaces, including USB, RJ-45 console, and out-of-band management ports.

Key Features

• 24 x 10GBase-T (RJ-45) ports for high-speed connectivity

• Expansion support with 4 x QSFP+ (40GbE) slots

• 640 Gbps switching capacity and up to 960 Mpps forwarding rate

• Supports up to 6 switches in a stack for scalable deployments

• Layer 3 routing protocols including RIP, OSPF, BGP, and VRRP

• iSCSI optimization for efficient storage network management

• Advanced Quality of Service (QoS) features for traffic prioritization

• Multiple management interfaces for flexible configuration

• 1U rack-mountable form factor

The Dell PowerConnect 8132 is a robust switch designed to meet the demands of modern data centers and enterprise networks, providing both scalability and reliability for large-scale networking environments.