DELL Networking 6200 series Switches

Dell Networking 6200 Series is a line of high-performance managed Layer 3 switches designed to deliver advanced routing, scalability, and simplified management for growing enterprise networks. With its modular design, the 6200 series provides a versatile platform for core or distribution layer deployments.

The series includes models with 24 or 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, including the 6224P with Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities and the fiber-optimized 6224F. One of the most significant advantages is the high-bandwidth stacking capability, allowing up to 12 switches to be managed as a single unit with a dedicated 48 Gbps stacking bus. For high-speed connectivity to data centers and servers, the switches support optional 10GbE modules (SFP+ or 10GBase-T), ensuring that your network infrastructure can grow alongside your business.

Key Specifications:

• Switching Capacity: Up to 232 Gbps (6248 model) with wire-speed performance.

• Routing Protocols: Full support for OSPFv2/v3, RIPv1/v2, and static routing.

• Quality of Service (QoS): 8 priority queues per port with WRR and strict priority scheduling.

• High Availability: Supports redundant power supplies and Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP).

• Virtualization Ready: Hardware support for iSCSI optimization and Jumbo Frames up to 9,216 bytes.