What is the PoE capability and port configuration of the Dell E3248P-ON?

The E3248P-ON features 48x line-rate 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 ports supporting 802.3at PoE+ up to 30W per port, enabling simultaneous powering of Wi-Fi APs, cameras, and VoIP devices. It includes 4x integrated 10GbE SFP+ ports and 2x rear 100GbE QSFP28 ports for flexible uplinks to 10G/100G core infrastructure.

What switching performance does the E3248P-ON deliver?

It provides 576Gbps full-duplex switch fabric capacity and 800Mpps forwarding rate with non-blocking Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing across all ports. The 8MB packet buffer, 4-core CPU, 16GB DRAM, and 32GB SSD ensure low-latency handling of bursty edge traffic in enterprise environments.

What management and OS options are available?

Ships with Enterprise SONiC Distribution by Dell Technologies, an open networking OS supporting disaggregated control planes. Includes OOB management port, USB console, RJ45 console, and dual firmware images for seamless upgrades. Supports auto-negotiation, mirroring, storm control, and Energy Efficient Ethernet.

What are the power and environmental specifications?

Features a 1050W hot-swappable AC PSU (87%+ efficiency, optional redundant), max 1683W/6573BTU/hr consumption, operating 0-45°C/95% RH, and I/O-to-PS airflow with N+1 redundant fans. TAA-compliant design suits regulated deployments.

Is the E3248P-ON suitable for high-availability edge deployments?

Yes, with hot-swap 1050W PSU (redundant optional), field-replaceable N+1 fans, dual onboard firmware, store-and-forward switching engine, and non-blocking architecture. Rear QSFP28 ports enable clean cabling for top-of-rack or aggregation roles.

What distinguishes E3248P-ON from E3248PXE-ON?

E3248P-ON offers 48x 1GbE PoE (802.3at 30W) with 576Gbps/800Mpps and 8MB buffer, while E3248PXE-ON provides multigig 1/2.5/5/10GbE with 802.3bt 90W PoE, 1560Gbps/2167Mpps, and 32MB buffer for higher-performance edge needs.

E3248P-ON - Dell E3248P-ON 48x1GbE PoE+4x10G+2x100G Switch

Name: Dell E3248P-ON 48x1GbE PoE+4x10G+2x100G Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: E3248P-ON
Price: 5808 USD
Availability: InStock

E3248P-ON - Dell E3248P-ON 48x1GbE PoE+4x10G+2x100G Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell PowerSwitch E3248P-ON is a high-performance 1RU open networking switch designed for enterprise edge, campus, and branch deployments requiring robust PoE capabilities and high-speed uplinks. Featuring 48 line-rate 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 ports with 802.3at PoE+ (up to 30W per port), four integrated 10GbE SFP+ ports, and two rear 100GbE QSFP28 ports, it provides 576Gbps full-duplex switching capacity and 800Mpps forwarding rate with non-blocking Layer 2/3 performance. Powered by a 4-core CPU, 16GB memory, and 32GB SSD, it runs Enterprise SONiC Distribution by Dell Technologies for flexible, open-standard operations. Key benefits include power-efficient 1050W hot-swappable AC PSU (87%+ efficiency), N+1 redundant fans with I/O-to-PS airflow, 8MB packet buffer, and advanced features like auto-negotiation, port mirroring, storm control, and Energy Efficient Ethernet. Ideal for powering Wi-Fi APs, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and IoT devices while supporting high-bandwidth aggregation to core networks. TAA-compliant for government use.

576Gbps full-duplex switching capacity enables non-blocking performance.
48x 1GbE RJ45 ports with 802.3at 30W PoE power devices efficiently.
2x 100GbE QSFP28 and 4x 10GbE SFP+ uplinks support high-bandwidth aggregation.
800Mpps forwarding rate handles wire-speed Layer 2/3 traffic across all ports.
1050W hot-swappable PSU with 87% efficiency ensures high availability.
SONiC OS provides open networking flexibility for custom deployments.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	E3248P-ON
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Model	E3248P-ON
Network OS	Enterprise SONiC Distribution by Dell Technologies
Regulatory	TAA-compliant
Product Line	PowerSwitch E3200-ON Series
Product Type	Managed Layer 2/3 Ethernet Switch
Layer Support	Line-rate L2/L3 non-blocking

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Compatible systems

Native SONiC OS compatibility with Dell enterprise racks; QSFP28/SFP+ transceivers required for fiber uplinks.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R Series
Form factor: 1U/2U Rack
Generation: 14G+
Standard rack integration via 2-post kit included.
Dell PowerSwitch
Model: Z Series
Form factor: Data Center
Generation: Leaf/Spine
100G QSFP28 uplinks to Z9332F-ON spines.

Best for

Enterprise Edge
Powers high-density PoE devices like Wi-Fi 6 APs and cameras at network perimeter with 100G uplinks to core.
Campus Distribution
Aggregates 1GbE access switches in university or office buildings with non-blocking Layer 3 routing.
Branch Office
Delivers PoE for VoIP phones, printers, and thin clients with resilient hot-swap power and redundant fans.
PoE Access
Supports 48x 30W 802.3at devices simultaneously for surveillance, lighting, and IoT deployments.
Data Center ToR

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Packet Buffer	8MB

System Memory	16GB DRAM

CPU	4-core

Forwarding Rate	800Mpps
Switching Capacity	576Gbps full-duplex

Power Supply	1050W AC hot-swappable (1 included, redundant optional)
Max Power Consumption	1683W / 6573 BTU/hr

Form Factor	1RU Rack Mountable

Fans	Redundant variable speed N+1
Airflow	I/O to Power Supply (IO/PS)
Operating Temperature	0° to 45°C (32° to 113°F)

Interface/Ports

Uplink Ports	4x 1/10GbE SFP+ + 2x 100GbE QSFP28 (rear)
Downlink Ports	48x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 with 802.3at PoE (30W)
Management Ports	OOB 10/100/1000BT, RJ45 console, MicroUSB console, USB-A

Dell E3248P-ON 48x1GbE PoE+4x10G+2x100G Switch

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