Name: S55T-AC Dell 44x10/100/1000Base-T 4xSFP Layer 3 Managed Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: S55T-AC
Price: 249.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Force10 S-Series S55T-AC is a 1U rack-mountable switch designed to provide a robust mix of Gigabit Ethernet and fiber connectivity. It fits well in enterprise and data center environments where managing traffic efficiently between numerous devices is vital.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	S55T-AC
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	44
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, SFP, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10/100/1000Base-T
UpLink Ports	4 x SFP (1G)
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI, Web GUI, SSH, Telnet, SNMP (v1/v2/v3), Serial Console
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACL), 802.1X Authentication, RADIUS, TACACS+, DHCP Snooping, Storm Control, Port Security, BPDU Guard
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP,RMON

Power & Cooling
Power Supply	AC (100-240VAC)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP)

Product Description
The Dell Force10 S-Series S55T-AC is a reliable network switch built for growing enterprise environments needing both high port density and advanced management features. Often found in data centers or core network setups, it handles large volumes of traffic with ease thanks to its 44 copper Gigabit ports and 4 fiber-ready SFP slots. Network administrators and IT professionals benefit from its Layer 3 capabilities, which enable routing between VLANs and efficient traffic management. This switch fits neatly into a standard 1U rack space, making it practical for sites where space is limited but performance cannot be compromised. Key Features Offers a mix of copper and fiber connectivity for flexible network design Supports advanced Layer 3 protocols like OSPF and RIP for dynamic routing 1U form factor fits in most rack environments without excess bulk Managed switch features allow detailed configuration and monitoring Designed to handle enterprise-level traffic loads reliably Typically deployed in enterprise networks, data centers, or campus backbones, the S55T-AC helps maintain smooth communication between devices and segments. Its capability to manage both local and routed traffic makes it a practical choice for networks that need to scale without frequent equipment upgrades.

Use Cases
The Dell Force10 S-Series S55T-AC switch is commonly deployed in medium to large enterprise networks and data center environments requiring high-density Gigabit connectivity with flexible uplink options. Network administrators benefit from its layer 3 capabilities for managing complex routing and traffic segmentation across diverse infrastructure. How It's Used: Aggregating server connections in data centers to support high-throughput virtualization workloads with efficient Layer 3 routing. Providing core switching for enterprise campus networks that demand scalable bandwidth and fiber uplink integration. Facilitating edge computing deployments by connecting IoT and edge devices with reliable Gigabit ports and fiber links. Supporting storage cluster interconnections in SAN environments to maintain low-latency, high-availability data paths. Enabling managed network segmentation and traffic control for multi-tenant office buildings requiring strict security policies. The switch's design balances operational efficiency and scalability, allowing IT teams to optimize network performance in high-density rack deployments. Its advanced management features help maintain robust traffic flows and adaptability to evolving enterprise workloads.