DELL PowerConnect B-MLXe Enterprise Routers

The Dell PowerConnect B-MLXe is a high-performance, modular routing platform designed for enterprise cores and service provider environments. Offering wire-speed delivery of IPv4, IPv6, and MPLS services, the B-MLXe series is built to handle the massive traffic demands of modern virtualized data centers.

The B-MLXe4 (5U chassis) provides a total switching capacity of 1.92 Tbps and a forwarding rate of 600 million packets per second. It is engineered for future-proofing, allowing for seamless integration of 100GbE links and high-density 10GbE deployments. With robust security features, including hardware-based DoS protection and comprehensive AAA protocols, the B-MLXe ensures maximum uptime for mission-critical operations. Its compliance with NEBS Level 3 and MEF standards highlights its reliability for carrier-grade applications and metropolitan area networks.

Key Specifications:

• Performance: 1.92 Tbps fabric capacity; 800 Gbps data throughput.

• Interface Density: Up to 4x 100GbE, 32x 10GbE, or 192x 1GbE ports per chassis.

• Advanced Routing: Full support for BGPv4, OSPF, IS-IS, and Multi-VRF.

• Carrier Ethernet: Certified for MEF 9 and MEF 14 (traffic management).

• Resiliency: M+N power redundancy and hot-swappable modules.