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Dell S4048 S4048-ON -Port + 54-Port SFP+ QSFP+ Layer 3 Switch
- 48 x 10GbE SFP+ Ports
- 6 x 40GbE QSFP+ Ports
- Open Networking (ON) Platform
- High Throughput and Low Latency
- Ideal for Data Center and Cloud Environments
- Supports advanced L2/L3 features
- 1U Rack-mountable
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Product Overview
The Dell S4048-ON is a high-performance, high-density 10GbE Top-of-Rack (ToR) switch designed for demanding data center environments. It offers 48 x 10GbE SFP+ ports and 6 x 40GbE QSFP+ ports, providing extensive connectivity and high throughput.
Technical Information
| Model | S4048-ON |
| SKU | S4048 |
| Switching Layer | Layer 3 |
| Number of Ports | 48 x SFP+ + 6 x QSFP+ |
Additional Specifications
| Port Speed | 10 Gbps (SFP+), 40 Gbps (QSFP+) |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Platform | Open Networking (ON) |
| Brand | Dell |
Product Description
The Dell S4048-ON, identified by SKU S4048, represents a powerful and versatile switching solution tailored for modern data centers and cloud infrastructures. This switch is engineered to deliver exceptional performance with high port density, featuring 48 SFP+ ports capable of 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds and 6 QSFP+ ports supporting 40 Gigabit Ethernet. This configuration provides massive bandwidth and connectivity options, making it suitable for demanding workloads, high-performance computing, and large-scale virtualization environments. The 'ON' in S4048-ON signifies its Open Networking platform, which allows for greater flexibility and choice in network operating systems (NOS). This enables organizations to deploy the NOS that best fits their operational needs, whether it's Dell's own OS10 or third-party solutions, fostering an open and programmable network ecosystem. This approach is crucial for environments that require customization, automation, and integration with broader software-defined networking (SDN) strategies. With its robust Layer 3 capabilities, the S4048-ON can handle complex routing protocols and advanced traffic management functions, ensuring efficient data flow and network scalability. Its low latency and high throughput make it an ideal choice for Top-of-Rack (ToR) deployments, server aggregation, and storage networking. The 1U rack-mountable design ensures efficient space utilization within data center racks, further enhancing its value proposition for high-density computing environments.
