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Dell 4WF3T S3148 48-Port + 4-Port SFP SFP+ Layer 3 Switch
- 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports.
- 4 x SFP/SFP+ ports for uplink or stacking.
- Layer 3 routing capabilities.
- Supports advanced QoS and security features.
- Designed for enterprise network aggregation and core.
- High-performance switching fabric.
- Stackable for increased port density and management.
- Energy-efficient design.
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Product Overview
The Dell 4WF3T is a Layer 3 switch from the S3148 series, featuring 48 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports and 4 SFP/SFP+ ports. This switch is designed for high-performance networking in enterprise environments, offering advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities, Quality of Service (QoS), and robust security features. It provides a scalable and reliable solution for network aggregation and core functions.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Layer 3 Switch |
| Model Series | S3148 |
| Ethernet Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x SFP/SFP+ |
Additional Specifications
| Switching Capacity | Up to 176 Gbps (typical) |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 131 Mpps (typical) |
| Manufacturer | Dell |
| Part Number | 4WF3T |
Product Description
The Dell 4WF3T, part of the S3148 series, is a robust Layer 3 switch engineered to provide high-performance connectivity and advanced networking features for enterprise environments. It boasts 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, capable of handling 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds, making it suitable for connecting a large number of end devices such as computers, servers, and IP phones. The switch also includes 4 SFP/SFP+ ports, which offer flexible high-speed uplink options for connecting to other switches, routers, or network backbones, supporting both 1Gbps and 10Gbps speeds depending on the transceiver used. As a Layer 3 switch, the S3148 series excels in routing traffic between different VLANs and subnets, offloading routing tasks from the core network and improving overall network efficiency. It supports a comprehensive suite of Layer 3 routing protocols, enabling sophisticated network designs and optimal traffic management. Furthermore, the switch is equipped with advanced Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities to prioritize critical traffic, ensuring smooth performance for voice and video applications, alongside robust security features like Access Control Lists (ACLs) and port security to protect the network from unauthorized access and threats. Designed for scalability and ease of management, the Dell S3148 series switches can often be deployed in a stack, allowing multiple physical switches to be managed as a single logical unit. This simplifies configuration, monitoring, and firmware updates, while also providing redundancy and increased port density. The 4WF3T model is a reliable choice for network aggregation points, server access layers, and small to medium-sized enterprise core networks requiring a blend of high port density, advanced Layer 3 functionality, and performance.
