What are the port specifications of the Dell PowerConnect M6220?

The M6220 features 4 x 10GbE ports using SFP+ interfaces, providing 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in a blade form factor. These ports enable aggregate 40 Gbps throughput, suitable for linking blade servers to storage or external networks within the PowerEdge M1000e chassis.

Is the M6220 a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch?

It is a Layer 3 Ethernet switch, supporting advanced features like IP routing, VLANs, ACLs, and QoS. This allows for efficient traffic segmentation and policy application directly in the M1000e blade enclosure, reducing reliance on external routers.

Which chassis is compatible with this switch?

The PowerConnect M6220 is designed exclusively as a blade module for the Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade enclosure. It integrates seamlessly, sharing power and cooling while providing non-blocking 10G networking to all blades in the chassis.

What stacking capabilities does it offer?

It supports stacking with 48 Gbps bandwidth for up to 12 systems, enabling a unified fabric across multiple M6220 switches in M1000e environments. This scalability enhances management and resilience for large datacenter deployments.

What is the form factor of the M6220?

It is a compact blade chassis module that fits into the PowerEdge M1000e, optimizing space in dense server racks. Hot-swappable design ensures minimal downtime during installation or replacement.

What product line does it belong to?

Part of Dell's PowerConnect product line, the M6220 is tailored for datacenter Ethernet switching. Model HW828 delivers reliable Layer 3 performance in blade configurations for enterprise networking needs.

HW828 - Dell M6220 Switch | US IT Hardware

Name: HW828 - Dell M6220 Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: HW828
Price: 285 USD
Availability: InStock

HW828 - Dell M6220 Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell PowerConnect M6220 (SKU: HW828) is a high-performance Layer 3 Ethernet switch designed as a blade module for the PowerEdge M1000e blade enclosure. It features 4 x 10GbE ports, enabling 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for demanding datacenter applications. As part of the PowerConnect product line, this switch supports advanced Layer 3 switching capabilities, including routing and stacking up to 48 Gbps bandwidth for configurations with up to 12 systems. Its compact blade form factor integrates seamlessly into the M1000e chassis, optimizing space and power efficiency in dense server environments. Key benefits include scalable high-speed networking for virtualization, cloud computing, and high-performance computing workloads. IT teams benefit from reliable 10G connectivity between blades and external networks, reducing latency and enhancing throughput. Compatible exclusively with PowerEdge M1000e, it suits enterprise datacenters requiring robust, integrated networking solutions without external rack space.

4 x 10GbE ports for high-speed blade connectivity
Layer 3 switching with routing and QoS support
Blade module fits PowerEdge M1000e chassis
Supports 48 Gbps stacking for up to 12 systems
PowerConnect line for datacenter reliability
Optimized for virtualization and HPC workloads

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	HW828
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Model	M6220
QoS Support	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Product Line	PowerConnect
Product Type	Ethernet Layer 3 Switch; Blade module for M1000e
Switching Type	Layer 3
Assembly Required	Yes
Regulatory Compliance	WEEE, REACH, RoHS

Compatible systems

Compatible with Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade chassis

Dell PowerEdge
Model: M1000e
Form factor: Blade Enclosure
Designed as switch module for M1000e chassis

Best for

Datacenter Networking
Provides 4 x 10GbE ports in Layer 3 configuration for high-bandwidth connectivity within PowerEdge M1000e enclosures, supporting scalable datacenter deployments.
Server Virtualization
Layer 3 switching with 10G speeds enables low-latency traffic between virtualized blades, optimizing VM mobility and storage access in M1000e chassis.
High-Performance Computing
Delivers 10GbE blade-to-external network links for HPC clusters, leveraging M1000e compatibility to handle intensive compute workloads efficiently.
Cloud Infrastructure
Supports stacking up to 48 Gbps for multi-system scalability, ideal for cloud environments using PowerEdge M1000e for dense, high-throughput networking.

Ethernet Standard	Fast Ethernet
Stacking Bandwidth	48 Gbps
Maximum Stacking Systems	12 systems
Maximum Data Transfer Rate	1 Gb/s

Form Factor	Blade chassis module; Fits PowerEdge M1000e
Chassis Compatibility	PowerEdge M1000e blade enclosure

Network Ports	4 x 10GbE ports
Expansion Slots	2 bays
Transceiver Modules Usage	Switching Network
Supported Expansion Module Types	CX4 modules, 10GBase-T module, Stacking module

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