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Dell N3048EP N3048EP-ON 48-Port + 4-Port SFP+ SFP Layer 3 Switch
- Switching Capacity: High (typically 176 Gbps)
- Forwarding Rate: High (typically 130.9 Mpps)
- Layer 3 Routing: Yes
- Number of Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
- Uplink Ports: 4 x SFP+ (10GbE capable)
- Management: ON (Open Networking) OS
- Form Factor: Rack-mountable (1U)
- PoE Support: Not specified in title, but common for this series
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Product Overview
The Dell N3048EP-ON is a Layer 3 switch featuring 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports and 4 x SFP+ ports. It is designed for high-performance network aggregation and routing in enterprise environments.
Technical Information
| SKU | N3048EP |
| Product Type | Layer 3 Switch |
| Number of Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps |
Additional Specifications
| Uplink Ports | 4 x SFP+ |
| Management | ON (Open Networking) |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
Product Description
The Dell Networking N3048EP-ON is a high-performance, energy-efficient Layer 3 switch designed for demanding enterprise networks. It offers a robust combination of 48 x 1GbE RJ45 ports for endpoint connectivity and 4 x 10GbE SFP+ ports for high-speed uplinks or server connections. This configuration makes it an ideal choice for network aggregation, data center top-of-rack deployments, or as a core switch in smaller networks. The 'ON' in the model name signifies its support for Dell's Open Networking initiative, which often implies compatibility with various network operating systems (NOS) and a focus on programmability and automation. This flexibility allows organizations to tailor their network software to specific needs, potentially reducing vendor lock-in and enabling advanced network management techniques. With Layer 3 routing capabilities, the N3048EP-ON can perform inter-VLAN routing and support static and dynamic routing protocols, offloading these tasks from servers and improving overall network efficiency. Its high switching capacity and forwarding rate ensure that network traffic flows smoothly, even under heavy load, making it suitable for environments with significant data throughput requirements.
