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W97HR Dell MX9116N 16x25GbE Internal + 4x100GbE QSFP28 External + 12x100GbE QSFP28-DD Uplink

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W97HR

Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 16 internal 25 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed connections
  • 4 external 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 ports for uplink flexibility
  • 12 QSFP28-DD 100 Gigabit Ethernet uplink fabric ports for dense data traffic
  • Designed for scalable, high-performance network switching
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$939.00
Product Overview

The Dell MX9116N switch combines 25 Gigabit Ethernet internal ports with 100 Gigabit Ethernet external and uplink fabric ports to meet the needs of dense, high-speed network environments. It fits well in data centers requiring flexible connectivity options and consistent performance, serving as a backbone for modern network infrastructures.

General Information
Brand Dell
Part Number W97HR
Condition Refurbished
Technical Information
Switch Ports 16
Number of Ports 20-Ports
Port Type 25G SFP28, 100G QSFP28, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed 25Gbps,100Gbps
UpLink Ports 12
POE Support No
Switching Capacity 4 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate 7812.5 Mpps
VLAN Support Yes
Max VLANs Supported 1-4094
Layer Support Layer 3
Connector Type SFP28,QSFP28,QSFP28-DD
Performance
Jumbo Frame Support Up To 9216 Bytes
Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols Yes
Management Interfaces Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,In-band Ethernet
Security Features 802.1X,ACLs,SSH,SNMPv3,MAC Address Filtering
Remote Management Protocol SNMPv3,SSH,HTTPS
Physical Characteristics
Weight 5.00
Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards RoHS, CE, FCC


Product Description

This Dell MX9116N switch provides a robust solution for data centers needing high bandwidth and low latency. Built for environments that demand fast and reliable connectivity, it efficiently manages both internal and external network traffic through a mix of 25GbE and 100GbE ports.

Often found in large enterprise and cloud data centers, it supports intensive workloads and complex network architectures. Network engineers and IT professionals benefit from its scalable design and high port density, which help optimize network performance and flexibility.

Key Features

  • Mix of 25GbE and 100GbE ports to balance internal and external traffic needs
  • High-density uplink fabric supports smooth data flow across network layers
  • Reliable hardware engineered for continuous operation in demanding environments
  • Advanced switching capabilities suitable for multi-tenant and cloud infrastructures
  • Compact form factor aids deployment in space-constrained racks

This switch is typically deployed in data centers where high throughput and minimal latency are critical. It plays a key role in connecting servers, storage, and other switches, enabling seamless communication throughout the network.

By handling heavy data loads efficiently, the MX9116N helps maintain network stability and supports growth as organizational demands increase.


Use Cases

The Dell MX9116N switch is tailored for high-density data center environments where scalable, high-speed connectivity is essential. It serves enterprises and service providers managing demanding workloads such as large-scale virtualization, storage traffic, and high-throughput computing clusters, enabling efficient network segmentation and uplink aggregation.

How It's Used:

  • Supporting cloud service providers by aggregating multi-tenant virtualized workloads within data centers.
  • Enhancing performance in large-scale storage area networks (SANs) through high-bandwidth uplink fabric connectivity.
  • Facilitating edge computing deployments requiring dense 25GbE internal ports to connect distributed servers and devices.
  • Enabling enterprise IT environments to consolidate multiple racks with high-speed interconnects for compute and storage clusters.
  • Optimizing network fabrics for AI and machine learning workloads demanding low-latency, high-throughput switching.

By integrating multiple 25GbE internal connections with robust 100GbE uplinks, the MX9116N supports efficient traffic flow and scalability in complex network topologies. This balance of port density and uplink capacity ensures adaptable performance aligned with evolving infrastructure demands.


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W97HR Dell MX9116N 16x25GbE Internal + 4x100GbE QSFP28 External + 12x100GbE QSFP28-DD Uplink
W97HR Dell MX9116N 16x25GbE Internal + 4x100GbE QSFP28 External + 12x100GbE QSFP28-DD Uplink
$939.00