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K688K - Dell PowerConnect 3524 24-Port 10/100-Base-T 2 x Gigabit SFP+ 10/100/1000 Manageable Stackable Ethernet Switch
- 24 x 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet ports
- 2 x 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet ports
- 2 x SFP ports for flexible uplinks
- Layer 2 managed switching
- Rack-mountable design
- Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) on some configurations (check specific model)
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Key specifications
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- Network Switch
- Ports
- 24 x 10/100Base-TX, 2 x GE, 2 x SFP
- Switching Layer
- Layer 2
- Form Factor
- Rack-mountable
- Management
- Managed
Product details
The Dell K688K PowerConnect 3524 is a versatile managed switch offering 24 x 10/100Base-TX ports, 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (GE) ports, and 2 x SFP ports. This combination provides flexibility for both standard network connections and high-speed uplinks.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Network Switch |
| Ports | 24 x 10/100Base-TX, 2 x GE, 2 x SFP |
| Switching Layer | Layer 2 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Management | Managed |
Description
The Dell K688K, part of the PowerConnect 3500 series, is a high-performance managed switch designed to meet the evolving needs of modern business networks. It features a comprehensive port configuration that includes 24 x 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet ports for standard device connectivity, alongside 2 x 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet ports for higher bandwidth requirements. Additionally, it provides 2 x SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) slots, offering flexibility for high-speed uplinks or connections to other network devices using fiber optic transceivers. This switch operates at Layer 2, providing advanced management features essential for optimizing network performance, security, and traffic flow. Administrators can leverage its managed capabilities to implement VLANs, Quality of Service (QoS) policies, and robust security measures such as Access Control Lists (ACLs) and port security. The combination of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet ports allows for a tiered network design, accommodating a wide range of devices from workstations to servers. The Dell K688K PowerConnect 3524 is typically housed in a rack-mountable chassis, ensuring easy integration into standard server racks within data centers or network closets. Its design prioritizes reliability and ease of deployment, making it a suitable choice for businesses seeking a scalable and manageable networking solution. The specific model K688K may also support Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities on some of its ports, further enhancing its versatility by powering connected devices like IP phones or wireless access points directly over the network cable.
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