Name: T8HYN Dell PowerConnect M8428-K 28-Port 8x10GBase-T + 4 Fibre Channel Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: T8HYN
Price: 287.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The T8HYN - Dell PowerConnect M8428-K combines high-speed Ethernet and Fibre Channel ports in a single switch, providing a unified solution for data centers and enterprise networks. It supports both network and storage traffic, enabling streamlined connectivity and infrastructure simplification without compromising on performance.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Layer 3, Managed Switch, Modular Switch
Form Factor	Chassis-Based
Switch Ports	8 x 10GBase-T,4 x Fibre Channel
Number of Ports	12-Ports
Port Type	10GBase-T, SFP+
Port Speed	10 Gbps
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
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
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web GUI,SSH,Telnet,SNMP
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,RADIUS
Management Type	In-band,Out-of-band
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The T8HYN - Dell PowerConnect M8428-K is a versatile switch designed to handle both Ethernet and Fibre Channel connections within a single platform. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise networks that require consolidated traffic management and high throughput. Built for IT professionals managing integrated storage and networking infrastructures, it enables efficient data transfer and simplifies network architecture by combining multiple protocols in one device. Key Features Delivers 8 10GBase-T ports for high-speed Ethernet connectivity Includes 4 Fibre Channel ports supporting storage area networks Facilitates unified storage and network traffic on one switch Supports advanced traffic management and robust performance Designed to streamline cabling and reduce hardware footprint This switch plays a vital role in environments requiring reliable and efficient network and storage convergence. Its reliable performance and integration capabilities make it a solid choice for managing complex IT infrastructures where maintaining throughput and uptime is critical.

Use Cases
The T8HYN - Dell PowerConnect M8428-K is typically deployed in environments where both Ethernet and Fibre Channel traffic need to be managed cohesively. Organizations running converged data centers or enterprises with integrated storage networks benefit from its dual-protocol capabilities. How It's Used: Facilitates network and storage convergence in enterprise IT infrastructures Supports virtualization environments requiring combined data and storage networking Deployed in data centers managing high-throughput workload traffic Used in storage clusters requiring Fibre Channel and Ethernet integration Employed in rack deployments to reduce device count and complexity By merging Ethernet and Fibre Channel in one device, this switch supports operational efficiency and reduces the complexity of separate network systems. Its capability to handle diverse traffic types aids scalability and performance in demanding environments.