Name: WT35C Dell PowerSwitch Z-Series Z9100-ON 32 x Port QSFP28 100GBase-X + 2 x SFP+ Ports Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: WT35C
Price: 699.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PowerSwitch Z9100-ON is a high-performance Layer 3 switch designed to deliver 100GbE connectivity through its 32 QSFP28 ports, complemented by 10GbE uplinks via SFP+ ports. It fits best in large-scale data centers and enterprise networks where dense, reliable, and manageable high-speed switching is required.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	WT35C
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	100 Gbps,10 Gbps
UpLink Ports	2
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	6.4 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28,SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,SSH,Web GUI,SNMP,Serial Console
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACL),802.1X Port Authentication,SSH,Storm Control,Port Security
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Dell PowerSwitch Z9100-ON is built for demanding data center networks requiring high throughput and flexible routing. It is commonly found in cloud, enterprise, and service provider environments where dense 100GbE connections are essential. Network engineers and IT teams rely on this switch to handle large-scale traffic with low latency. This Layer 3 managed switch supports advanced features such as dynamic routing protocols and robust network segmentation, making it suitable for complex network topologies. It’s typically deployed at the core or aggregation layer where speed and reliability are critical. Key Features High-capacity 100GbE ports delivering fast data transfers Integrated Layer 3 functions supporting OSPF, BGP, and more Scalable architecture to accommodate growing network demands Low latency and high packet throughput ideal for data centers Flexible uplink options with 10GbE SFP+ ports The Z9100-ON is often deployed in environments needing robust network fabrics, such as hyperscale data centers or enterprise backbones. It helps maintain smooth data flow and network stability under heavy workloads, playing a key role in modern infrastructure setups.

Use Cases
The Dell PowerSwitch Z9100-ON is primarily deployed in high-density data centers and large enterprise IT environments requiring robust 100GbE connectivity and advanced Layer 3 routing. It benefits network architects and administrators managing scalable infrastructure with intensive east-west traffic and demanding virtualization or cloud workloads. How It's Used: Aggregating high-throughput server clusters in hyperscale data centers to support cloud and virtualization workloads. Providing spine-layer switching in leaf-spine network architectures for enterprise campus networks. Facilitating high-speed interconnects for storage area networks (SANs) in data-intensive environments. Enabling scalable core routing capabilities in multi-tenant colocation facilities requiring tenant isolation and traffic segmentation. Supporting edge computing deployments with dense 100GbE port requirements and low-latency interconnections. This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating high-bandwidth connections within a compact footprint, enabling seamless scalability as network demands grow. Its Layer 3 features simplify complex routing scenarios, allowing enterprises to optimize performance and maintain resilient, manageable networks.