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K968K - Dell PowerConnect M6348 48-Port Gigabit Enthernet Blade Switch
- 48 x 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Ports
- 1U Blade Switch
- Designed for Dell M1000e Blade Enclosure
- High-density Ethernet connectivity
- Supports Layer 2 switching
- Ideal for high-performance server connectivity
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Key specifications
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- PowerConnect M6348
- Port Count
- 48
- Port Type
- 1000Base-T (Gigabit Ethernet)
- Form Factor
- Blade Switch (1U)
- Chassis Compatibility
- Dell M1000e
Product details
The Dell K968K PowerConnect M6348 is a high-performance 48-port 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet blade switch designed for Dell blade server environments. It offers high-density, high-speed Ethernet connectivity within a modular chassis.
Technical Information
| Model | PowerConnect M6348 |
| Port Count | 48 |
| Port Type | 1000Base-T (Gigabit Ethernet) |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Blade Switch (1U) |
| Chassis Compatibility | Dell M1000e |
Description
The Dell K968K PowerConnect M6348 is a powerful 1U blade switch engineered to deliver high-density, high-speed Gigabit Ethernet connectivity within Dell's M1000e blade server enclosure. This switch provides 48 individual 1000Base-T ports, allowing each blade server within the enclosure to have its own dedicated high-speed network connection. This architecture is crucial for environments that demand significant bandwidth for server-to-server communication, storage access, and external network connectivity. Designed specifically for the modular blade infrastructure, the M6348 integrates seamlessly into the M1000e chassis, optimizing space and simplifying cabling. It operates primarily at Layer 2, providing efficient and high-throughput switching for East-West traffic within the blade environment. This focus on Layer 2 switching ensures low latency and high performance for applications running on the blade servers. The PowerConnect M6348 is an ideal solution for data centers and enterprise environments that utilize Dell blade servers and require robust, high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. Its design facilitates simplified network management and deployment within the blade ecosystem, contributing to overall operational efficiency and performance for demanding server workloads.
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