H9NXW - Dell H9NXW Force10 S4820T 48x10GbE 4x40GbE

Name: Dell H9NXW Force10 S4820T 48x10GbE 4x40GbE
Brand: Dell
SKU: H9NXW
Price: 412 USD
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H9NXW - Dell H9NXW Force10 S4820T 48x10GbE 4x40GbE | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell H9NXW (Force10 S4820T) is a fixed-configuration Layer 2/3 Ethernet switch engineered for enterprise data center deployments requiring high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. The switch features 48 ports of 1/10GbE RJ45 copper connectivity for maximum flexibility in server and storage interconnection, complemented by four 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ uplink ports for high-speed fabric aggregation and core network connectivity. With a single 460W AC power supply and dual fan modules supporting both normal and reverse airflow configurations, the H9NXW delivers reliable performance in diverse data center environments. The platform supports comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing protocols, VLAN management, link aggregation, and quality-of-service features essential for mission-critical applications. Ideal for top-of-rack (ToR) deployments, the S4820T provides non-blocking switching architecture with wire-speed forwarding across all ports, enabling low-latency east-west traffic patterns in virtualized and cloud computing infrastructures.

48x 1/10GbE RJ45 ports with 4x 40GbE QSFP+ uplinks.
Layer 2/3 switching with full routing protocol support.
Single 460W power supply with dual fan modules.
Supports normal and reverse airflow configurations.
RJ45 console/management port with RS232 signaling.
Enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical deployments.

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Featuring

Layer 3 Features
Manufacturer part #	H9NXW
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Model Name	S4820T
ONIE Support	Yes - Open Network Install Environment for zero-touch provisioning
Product Line	Force10
Product Type	Layer 2/3 Managed Ethernet Switch
EMC Compliance	EN 300 386, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4
Cabling Support	Cat6A/Cat7 twisted-pair for 10GbE ports; QSFP+ AOC/DAC for 40GbE uplinks
Layer 2 Features	VLAN (802.1Q), Link Aggregation (802.3ad), Spanning Tree (802.1D), LLDP (802.1AB)

Compatible systems

The Dell H9NXW is compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers (14th-16th generation), PowerVault storage arrays, and other Dell Force10 switches in enterprise data center environments. Supports both Force10 OS and modern SmartFabric OS10 operating systems with ONIE zero-touch provisioning. Standard Ethernet cabling and QSFP+ transceiver modules provide flexible connectivity options.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R640, R650, R660, R750, R760
Form factor: 1U/2U rack servers
Generation: 14th-16th generation
Native 10GbE NIC support; compatible with 1GbE legacy servers via automatic speed negotiation.
Dell PowerVault
Model: ME4024, ME5024, ME5084
Form factor: Storage arrays
Generation: Current generation
10GbE iSCSI and SAS connectivity for high-performance storage fabric.
Dell Force10
Model: S4810, S5000, Z9100
Form factor: Fixed switches
Generation: Enterprise switches
Interoperable with other Force10/Dell networking switches for fabric aggregation.

Best for

Data Center Top-of-Rack (ToR)
Primary deployment model for H9NXW; 48 ports connect directly to server racks with 4x 40GbE uplinks aggregating traffic to spine/core layer.

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Operating System	Dell Force10 OS (FTOS) 9.x and later, Dell SmartFabric OS10 10.x and later

Typical Use Case	Data center top-of-rack (ToR) switch for high-density server connectivity

Part Number (MPN)	H9NXW

Network Management	SNMP (v1, v2c, v3), Telnet, SSH, Web GUI, CLI

Data Link Protocols	Gigabit Ethernet, 10GbE, 40GbE

Ethernet Data Rates	1 Gbps, 10 Gbps, 40 Gbps

Transceiver Support	QSFP+ 40GbE active optical cables (AOC), passive direct-attach copper (DAC), pluggable modules

Deployment Scenarios	Cloud infrastructure, virtualization, HPC clusters, enterprise data centers, storage area networks

Regulatory Compliance	UL/CSA 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60825-1, EN 60825-2, FCC CFR 47 Part 15

Quality of Service (QoS)	Rate shaping, rate policing, traffic prioritization, scheduling algorithms

Throughput	Wire-speed forwarding on all ports
Total Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps full-duplex

Security Features	Access control lists (ACLs), port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection

Maximum Power Consumption	420-460 Watts
Typical Power Consumption	300-350 Watts under normal operation
Power Supply Configuration	Single 460W AC PSU (100-240VAC, 50/60Hz)

Physical Characteristics

Weight	Approximately 22 lbs (9.98 kg)
Dimensions	1.62 inches height x 17.1 inches width x 18 inches depth
Form Factor	1U rack-mount
Fan Configuration	2x fan modules with dual airflow support

Airflow Direction	Normal (I/O to PSU) and reverse (PSU to I/O) airflow
Operating Humidity	10% to 90% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Operating Temperature	32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)

Interface/Ports

USB Ports	1x USB 2.0 Type A storage port, 1x micro-USB Type B console/management port
Port Density	48x 10GbE + 4x 40GbE = 52 total ports
Management Port	1x RJ45 console/management port with RS232 signaling
Management Ethernet	1x 10/100/1000bT Ethernet management port
Network Ports - 40GbE	4x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ uplink ports
Network Ports - 1/10GbE	48x 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports

Frequently asked questions

What is the total switching capacity and port density of the Dell H9NXW?

The H9NXW provides 48x 1/10GbE ports plus 4x 40GbE QSFP+ uplinks, delivering 1.44Tbps full-duplex switching capacity. This non-blocking architecture supports wire-speed forwarding across all ports simultaneously, making it ideal for high-density data center top-of-rack deployments with minimal latency.

Can the H9NXW support both 1GbE and 10GbE servers simultaneously?

Yes. The 48 ports are 1/10GbE capable, automatically negotiating between 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds. This flexibility allows mixed-generation server deployments without requiring separate switching infrastructure, simplifying data center upgrades and reducing capital expenditure.

What uplink options does the H9NXW provide for core network connectivity?

Four 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports serve as high-speed uplinks to spine or core switches. These ports support both active optical cables and passive direct-attach copper (DAC) cables, providing flexible fabric aggregation with 160Gbps total uplink capacity for north-south traffic.

What operating systems and management interfaces are supported?

The H9NXW runs Dell Force10 OS (FTOS) and supports Dell SmartFabric OS10 for modern deployments. Management options include RJ45 console port with RS232, 10/100/1000bT Ethernet management port, USB 2.0 storage port, and micro-USB console access for flexible out-of-band management.

What are the power and thermal specifications for data center planning?

The H9NXW requires single 460W AC power supply (100-240VAC, 50/60Hz) with typical consumption around 300-350W under normal operation. Dual fan modules support both normal (I/O to PSU) and reverse (PSU to I/O) airflow, accommodating various data center cooling architectures and hot-aisle containment strategies.

Is the H9NXW suitable for virtualization and cloud environments?

Yes. The switch supports comprehensive Layer 2 features including VLAN tagging (802.1Q), link aggregation (802.3ad), and spanning tree protocols essential for virtualized infrastructure. Quality-of-service capabilities enable traffic prioritization for VM migration and multi-tenant cloud deployments with traffic isolation.

What cabling and transceiver options are compatible with the H9NXW?

RJ45 ports use standard Cat6A/Cat7 twisted-pair cabling for 10GbE connectivity. QSFP+ uplinks support 40GbE active optical cables (AOC), passive direct-attach copper (DAC) cables, and 40GbE transceiver modules, providing flexibility in fabric design and cost optimization based on distance and performance requirements.

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