Name: SSE-X3648S Supermicro 48-Port 10GBase-X + 6 QSFP+ Layer 3 Managed Switch 1U
Brand: Supermicro
SKU: SSE-X3648S
Price: 8128.87 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The SSE-X3648S Supermicro switch combines 48 high-speed 10G fiber ports with 6 QSFP+ uplinks, making it a solid choice for data centers requiring scalable and efficient network connectivity. It fits neatly into a 1U rack slot and offers Layer 3 features that help manage complex network routes and traffic flows. This switch is tailored for setups where both port density and advanced switching capabilities are essential without taking up excessive space.

General Information
Brand	Supermicro
Part Number	SSE-X3648S
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48 x 10GBase-X (SFP+),6 x 40G QSFP+
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10Gbps,40Gbps
UpLink Ports	6 x 40G QSFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps (1440 Gbps)
Switch Forwarding Rate	2812.5 Mpps (64-byte packets)
DRAM	4 GB
Flash Memory	512 MB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+,USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, RIPng, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI,CLI (SSH,Telnet),SNMP v1/v2c/v3,REST API
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard,Storm Control,Port Security
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS,SNMP,REST
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP,OSPF,BGP,VRRP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans

Physical Characteristics
Weight	4.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus
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 802.3ad

Product Description
The SSE-X3648S is a high-performance network switch built for environments demanding strong data throughput and sophisticated management. Often found in data centers and enterprise networks, it combines a large number of 10G fiber ports with multiple 40G uplinks, enabling flexible network architectures. Engineered for IT professionals and network administrators, this switch supports complex routing and switching protocols to handle diverse traffic loads efficiently. Its compact 1U form factor allows easy integration into standard racks without sacrificing port density. Key Features Extensive 10GBase-X port array ensures broad connectivity options for fiber devices QSFP+ ports offer scalable high-speed uplink or stacking capabilities Layer 3 management enables advanced routing and network segmentation Designed for 1U rack spaces to maximize data center footprint efficiency Supports SDN features that simplify network configuration and control In practice, the SSE-X3648S is deployed where robust and flexible network performance is critical, such as data centers handling cloud services or large enterprise LANs. Its role is often to provide reliable high-speed switching combined with the advanced control needed to optimize network traffic.

Use Cases
The SSE-X3648S Supermicro switch is primarily deployed in high-density data center environments where both high-speed fiber connectivity and advanced routing are required. IT professionals managing scalable enterprise networks or storage-heavy virtualization setups benefit from its port density and Layer 3 capabilities, enabling efficient traffic segmentation and routing. How It's Used: Aggregating 10G fiber connections in data center top-of-rack deployments for streamlined server connectivity. Enabling high-throughput uplinks and inter-switch links in large-scale enterprise campus networks. Supporting storage area networks (SANs) that require low-latency, high-bandwidth fiber switching within rack clusters. Facilitating segmentation and routing for multi-tenant environments in cloud service provider infrastructure. Providing scalable connectivity for virtualized data centers demanding dynamic traffic management and Layer 3 routing. This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating multiple 10G fiber connections and uplinks in a compact 1U form factor, optimizing rack space. Its Layer 3 routing functionality supports complex network topologies, enabling robust scalability and performance in demanding IT environments.