DELL Networking 8100 series Switches

Dell Networking 8100 Series is a family of high-density 10/40GbE switches engineered for high-performance enterprise and data center environments. These switches provide a seamless path to next-generation network speeds while maintaining robust reliability and simplified management.

The series features 24 or 48 ports of 10GbE (either 10GBASE-T for copper or SFP+ for fiber) and expansion slots for additional QSFP+ modules. With a switching capacity of up to 1.2 Tbps, the 8100 series handles demanding workloads with ease. Integrated support for DCB (Data Center Bridging) ensures low-latency, lossless performance for iSCSI storage traffic, making it a perfect match for modern virtualized data centers.

Key Specifications:

• Throughput: Up to 1.2 Tbps switching fabric (8164/8164F models).

• Flexible Expansion: Optional modules for 40GbE QSFP+, 10GBase-T, or SFP+ connectivity.

• High Availability: Dual hot-swappable power supplies and modular cooling fans.

• Layer 3 Mastery: Advanced routing with support for up to 8,000 IPv4 routes.

• Stacking: Reliable hardware stacking for up to six units per stack.