XXR8R - Dell M6348 48 auto-sensing 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports: 32 internal server ports; 16 external RJ45 ports Switch

Name: XXR8R - Dell M6348 48 auto-sensing 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports: 32 internal server ports; 16 external RJ45 ports Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: XXR8R

XXR8R - Dell M6348 48 auto-sensing 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports: 32 internal server ports; 16 external RJ45 ports Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell PowerConnect M6348 is a high-density 48-port Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet blade switch designed for enterprise blade server environments. It features 32 internal server ports and 16 external RJ45 ports, delivering 184 Gb/s switch fabric capacity and up to 160 Mpps forwarding rate. The switch includes two 10GE SFP+ uplink ports and two configurable CX4/32Gbps stacking ports, enabling up to 12 switches to stack for maximum flexibility. Supporting advanced Layer 3 routing with up to 10K IPv4 routes and 3K IPv6 routes, the M6348 provides comprehensive network management via web-based interface, CLI, and SNMPv3. Ideal for server virtualization and high-density data center deployments, it reduces overall costs while enabling greater efficiency through port aggregation and simplified configuration options.

48 Gigabit ports + 2x 10GE SFP+ uplinks for high-density connectivity
184 Gb/s fabric, 160 Mpps forwarding for non-blocking performance
10K IPv4 routes, 128 VLAN interfaces for advanced Layer 3 routing
Stack up to 12 switches supporting 192 servers with unified management
Web UI, CLI, SNMPv3 management with RMON monitoring groups
Spanning Tree, VRRP, IGMP snooping for high-availability networks

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	XXR8R
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
Model	M6348
Product Line	PowerConnect
Product Type	Ethernet Blade Switch
Supported Protocols	Spanning Tree (IEEE 802.1D); Rapid Spanning Tree (IEEE 802.1w); Multiple spanning trees (IEEE 802.1s); VRRP; IGMP/MLD snooping; PIM-DM, PIM-SM
Management Interface	Web-based management; Industry-standard CLI via Telnet, SSH or Local Serial Port; SNMPv1/v2c/v3; 4 RMON groups (history, statistics, alarms, events)

Network & Communication

IPv4 Routes

Compatible systems

Compatible with Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade chassis

Dell PowerEdge
Model: M1000e
Form factor: Blade Chassis
Designed for M1000e blade chassis

Best for

Server Virtualization
The M6348's 48 auto-sensing Gigabit ports and 184 Gb/s fabric capacity efficiently handle high I/O demands from virtualized workloads, supporting up to 192 non-redundant servers when stacked.
Data Center Consolidation
With stackable architecture supporting up to 12 switches and advanced Layer 3 routing (10K IPv4 routes, 128 VLAN interfaces), the M6348 enables dense, scalable network infrastructure for consolidated data centers.
Blade Chassis Networking
Designed specifically for PowerEdge M1000e blade chassis, the M6348 provides 0U form factor deployment with 32 internal server ports and two 10GE SFP+ uplinks for optimal blade server connectivity.
High-Availability Networks
Supports Spanning Tree (IEEE 802.1D/w), VRRP, and multiple spanning trees (IEEE 802.1s) with cable and optical transceiver diagnostics for reliable redundancy and fault tolerance.
Multi-Tenant Environments
Up to 128 VLAN routing interfaces and 2K multicast forwarding entries enable secure network segmentation and efficient traffic management across multiple tenant workloads.

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IPv6 Routes	Up to 3K IPv6 Routes

Forwarding Rate	up to 160 Mpps

MAC Address Table	Up to 32K MAC Addresses

RIP Routing Interfaces	Up to 512 RIP Routing Interfaces

Switch Fabric Capacity	184 Gb/s

VLAN Routing Interfaces	Up to 128 VLAN Routing Interfaces

Multicast Forwarding Entries	Up to 2K Multicast Forwarding Entries

Form Factor	Blade switch for PowerEdge M1000e chassis; 1U

Interface/Ports

Uplink Ports	Two 10GE SFP+ ports; Two CX4 / 32Gbps Stacking ports (each configurable as CX4 or 32Gbps stacking; 16Gbps per direction)
Ethernet Ports	48 auto-sensing 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports: 32 internal server ports; 16 external RJ45 ports

Frequently asked questions

How many servers can the M6348 support in a single deployment?

A single M6348 connects up to 192 non-redundant servers when stacked with up to 12 switches. Each switch provides 32 internal server ports for blade chassis connectivity, plus 16 external RJ45 ports for additional flexibility. This density maximizes blade chassis utilization while minimizing switch module count.

What uplink options does the M6348 provide for core network connectivity?

The M6348 includes two 10GE SFP+ uplink ports for optical connectivity and two configurable CX4/32Gbps stacking ports (16Gbps per direction). This enables high-speed aggregation to core infrastructure, long-distance optical connections, or inter-switch stacking. Port aggregation supports up to four integrated 10 Gigabit uplinks.

Does the M6348 support IPv6 and advanced routing protocols?

Yes. The M6348 supports up to 3K IPv6 routes alongside 10K IPv4 routes, with 128 VLAN routing interfaces. It includes OSPF V2/V3, RIP, VRRP, IGMP/MLD snooping, and PIM-DM/SM protocols. This enables complex multi-segment networks and IPv6 migration strategies in enterprise environments.

What management interfaces are available for the M6348?

Management options include web-based GUI, industry-standard CLI via Telnet/SSH, and local serial port access. SNMPv1/v2c/v3 support enables integration with enterprise monitoring systems. Four RMON groups (history, statistics, alarms, events) provide comprehensive performance visibility and troubleshooting capabilities.

How does the M6348 ensure network redundancy and high availability?

The switch supports Spanning Tree (IEEE 802.1D), Rapid Spanning Tree (IEEE 802.1w), and Multiple Spanning Trees (IEEE 802.1s) with fast link support. VRRP enables virtual router redundancy. Cable diagnostics and optical transceiver diagnostics help identify and prevent failures before they impact network availability.

What is the form factor and power consideration for the M6348?

The M6348 is a blade switch module designed for PowerEdge M1000e chassis in a 0U form factor, eliminating rack space consumption. Power requirements depend on the M1000e chassis configuration. Refer to M1000e documentation for specific power specifications and cooling requirements.

Can the M6348 handle multicast traffic efficiently?

Yes. The M6348 supports up to 2K multicast forwarding entries with IGMP/MLD snooping and PIM-DM/SM protocols. This enables efficient video streaming, data replication, and collaborative applications across blade environments without flooding traffic to unnecessary ports.

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