Name: Dell Z9100 Networking Z9100-ON 32 X 100GbE + 2X SFP+ Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: Z9100
Price: 699.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Z9100 Networking Switch combines dense 100GbE port availability with flexible connectivity through its additional SFP+ ports. It fits well into enterprise and data center environments requiring scalable, high-capacity networking hardware without sacrificing simplicity in management and deployment.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	Z9100
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	100G QSFP28, SFP+
Port Speed	100GbE (QSFP28) / 10GbE (SFP+)
UpLink Ports	2 x 10Gb SFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	6.4 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	9.52 billion packets per second
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28,SFP+

Performance
Latency	Sub-microsecond (low)
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACL),802.1X,SSH,Port Security,DHCP Snooping,ARP Inspection
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,SNMP,Telnet,REST API

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Dell Z9100 Networking Switch is built for demanding network setups that require massive bandwidth and low latency. It's often found in data centers and enterprise cores where handling heavy data traffic efficiently is crucial. Network administrators and IT teams rely on it to manage high-speed connections smoothly and maintain robust network performance. Key Features Offers 32 ports delivering 100 Gigabit Ethernet each, ideal for dense server environments Equipped with 2 SFP+ ports to integrate with existing 10GbE infrastructure Supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols to accommodate versatile network designs Designed with high throughput and low latency to support virtualization and cloud workloads Provides comprehensive management tools for simplified network control This switch is typically deployed in large-scale network cores or aggregation layers where performance and reliability are paramount. It helps streamline data flow between servers and storage systems, minimizing bottlenecks and improving overall network efficiency.

Use Cases
The Dell Z9100 Networking Switch is designed for environments requiring ultra-high bandwidth and dense port configurations, such as large-scale data centers and enterprise core networks. IT teams managing virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructures, or high-performance computing clusters will find its 100GbE capabilities crucial for handling intensive data flows and minimizing latency. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in hyperscale data center spine layers to support massive east-west data flows. Connecting server racks in virtualization-heavy environments to ensure low latency and high throughput. Implementing high-capacity network backbones for enterprise data centers with demanding storage and compute workloads. Enabling scalable cloud service provider networks that require flexible port configurations and rapid provisioning. Facilitating edge computing setups where dense 100GbE connectivity is needed to handle local data processing and distribution. This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating high-speed links into a compact footprint, supporting scalable growth and simplifying network architecture. Its compatibility with advanced protocols allows seamless integration into complex environments, maintaining performance as demands evolve.