DELL Force10 Z9000 Switch

The Dell Force10 Z9000 Switch is a high-density, wire-speed 10/40GbE switch designed to transform the core of modern data centers. Occupying only 1U of rack space, it delivers an astonishing 2.5 Tbps of switching capacity, providing the throughput needed for massive data movements and high-performance computing (HPC).

The Z9000 features 32 fixed QSFP+ ports, supporting high-performance fabrics with non-blocking performance. Its modular architecture allows each 40GbE port to break out into four 10GbE ports, offering unmatched scalability up to 128 10GbE connections. Running on the reliable Force10 Operating System (FTOS), it provides advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, robust security, and comprehensive management features. With hot-swappable power supplies and cooling fans, the Z9000 is engineered for maximum uptime in mission-critical environments.

Key Specifications:

• Capacity: 2.5 Tbps switching fabric and 1.3 Bpps forwarding rate.

• Port Configuration: 32 x 40GbE QSFP+ ports (expandable to 128 x 10GbE).

• Networking: Full IPv4 routing stack (OSPF, BGP, RIP, PIM-SM).

• Availability: Hot-swappable redundant power (AC/DC) and fan trays.

• Design: Energy-efficient 1U chassis with front-to-back or back-to-front airflow options.