Description
Reliable Network Connectivity
The Dell N2048P is a 48-port Layer-3 switch that supports Power Over Ethernet (PoE+) capabilities. It is a manageable switch, meaning that it can be configured and managed remotely through a web interface or through the command line interface. The N2048P is designed to provide reliable network connectivity for small to medium-sized networks.
The switch supports various advanced network features, such as dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) snooping, access control lists (ACLs), link aggregation control protocol (LACP), and virtual LANs (VLANs), which can help ensure secure and reliable network connectivity. Additionally, the PoE+ capability of the switch allows for the powering of connected devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras, which can help simplify the deployment of these devices.
In terms of performance, the N2048P can support wire-speed throughput, meaning that the switch can handle network traffic at the maximum possible speed without any degradation in performance. This can help ensure that the network can handle large amounts of data traffic without any bottlenecks or delays.
In conclusion, the Dell N2048P switch is a highly capable and reliable network device that can help ensure stable and secure network connectivity for small to medium-sized networks. Its advanced network features and PoE+ capabilities, combined with its high performance, make it an ideal choice for organizations looking to upgrade their network infrastructure.
Scalable Switching Capabilities
The Dell N2048P Layer-3 Switch is a 48-port POE+ manageable switch that offers scalable switching capabilities. This switch provides a wide range of advanced features, including advanced layer-3 routing, QoS, security, and more, to help organizations manage their network more effectively and efficiently.
One of the key benefits of this switch is its scalability. With 48 ports, organizations can connect a large number of devices to their network, and as their needs grow, they can easily expand their network by adding additional switches to increase capacity. This means that organizations can grow their network without having to worry about reaching capacity limits, which can result in downtime and other disruptions.
In addition, the N2048P provides POE+ capabilities, which allows organizations to power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras over the Ethernet cable. This eliminates the need for separate power sources, making it easier and more cost-effective to manage these devices.
Another benefit of this switch is its manageability. With its built-in management features, organizations can easily monitor, manage, and configure their network, making it easier to identify and resolve issues quickly. This can help organizations ensure their network remains up and running smoothly and can also help reduce downtime.
Advanced Security Features
The 462-5884 Dell N2048P Layer-3 Switch 48 Ports POE+ Manageable Switch offers several advanced security features to help protect networks from potential threats. Some of these features include:
- Access Control Lists (ACLs): This feature allows administrators to create and enforce policies for controlling network access based on IP addresses, protocols, and ports.
- Port Security: This feature allows administrators to limit the number of MAC addresses that can be learned on a particular switch port. This helps to prevent unauthorized access to the network.
- 802.1X Authentication: This feature allows administrators to authenticate users before they are granted access to the network. This helps to prevent unauthorized access to the network and provides an extra layer of security.
- Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI): This feature helps to prevent ARP spoofing attacks by verifying the authenticity of ARP packets.
- DHCP Snooping: This feature helps to prevent unauthorized DHCP servers from distributing IP addresses to clients.
- IP Source Guard: This feature helps to prevent IP spoofing attacks by limiting the IP addresses that can be used on a particular switch port.
- STP (Spanning Tree Protocol) security: This feature helps to prevent network loops by detecting and disabling rogue switches that could cause network problems.
- SSH (Secure Shell) and SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption: These features provide secure communication between the switch and a remote device.
- Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) security: This feature helps to prevent unauthorized access to LACP-enabled switch ports.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Dell
- MPN: 462-5884
- Product Type: Layer 3 Switch
- Total Number Of Ports: 48
- SKU: 462-5884
- Stack Port: Yes
Technical Information
- Port/Expansion Slot Details: 48 x GIGABIT Ethernet Network,2 x 10 GIGABIT Ethernet Expansion Slot
- Media Type Supported: Twisted Pair
- Ethernet Technology: GIGABIT Ethernet,10 GIGABIT Ethernet
- Network Technology: 10/100/1000Base-T,10Gbase-X
- Number of Total Expansion Slots: 2
- Expansion Slot Type: SFP+
- Layer Supported: 2
- Manageable: Yes
- PoE (RJ-45) Port: No
- Input Voltage: 120 V AC,230 V AC
- Form Factor: Rack-Mountable
Compatible Rack Unit: 1U
