What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of Dell PCT5324?

The PowerConnect 5324 delivers 48 Gbps total switching capacity and 35.6 Mpps forwarding rate, enabling non-blocking wire-speed performance across all 24 Gigabit ports plus 4 SFP uplinks. This supports high-density traffic in enterprise edge deployments without bottlenecks.

Does the PCT5324 support fiber connectivity?

Yes, it includes 4x shared SFP combo slots that can replace corresponding copper ports for 1000Base-X fiber transceivers. Fiber links operate at 1000Mbps SX, ideal for longer-distance uplinks in rack environments.

What security features does this switch provide?

Features 802.1x edge authentication, port-based MAC lockdown, RADIUS/TACACS+ for management, SSLv3/SSHv2 encryption, and IP filtering. These protect against unauthorized access and secure management traffic.

Is QoS supported for VoIP/video applications?

Yes, provides 4 priority queues per port with 802.1p and DSCP classification, weighted round-robin scheduling. This ensures low-latency prioritization for voice/video over data traffic.

What management options are available?

Supports industry-standard CLI, web-based interface, SNMP v1/v2c, RMON groups, BootP/DHCP. Integrates with third-party NMS for comprehensive monitoring and configuration.

Does it support high availability features?

Includes STP/RSTP with fast link support, LACP dynamic aggregation up to 8 groups, optional external RPS-600 redundant power. Minimizes downtime in enterprise networks.

PCT5324 - Dell PowerConnect 5324 Switch

Name: PCT5324 - Dell PowerConnect 5324 Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: PCT5324

PCT5324 - Dell PowerConnect 5324 Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell PowerConnect 5324 (PCT5324) is a fixed-port Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for enterprise environments requiring reliable server and workstation connectivity. It features 24x 10/100/1000Base-T auto-negotiating copper ports plus 4x shared SFP slots for fiber uplinks, delivering full wire-speed performance with 48 Gbps switching capacity and 35.6 Mpps forwarding rate. Advanced security includes 802.1x edge authentication, RADIUS/TACACS+ management access, SSLv3/SSHv2 encryption, and port-based MAC lockdown. Multi-layer QoS with 4 queues per port prioritizes VoIP and video traffic using 802.1p and DSCP. Supports up to 247 VLANs, IGMP snooping, LACP link aggregation (up to 8 groups), jumbo frames to 9000 bytes, and RSTP for high availability. Management via CLI, web interface, SNMPv1/v2c, and RMON. Ideal for SMB/enterprise edge deployments with optional redundant power via RPS-600.

48 Gbps switching capacity supports full wire-speed Gigabit performance.
24x 10/100/1000Base-T ports with auto-negotiation for flexible connectivity.
4x shared SFP slots enable fiber uplinks replacing copper ports.
35.6 Mpps forwarding rate handles high-throughput enterprise traffic.
Supports 247 VLANs and IGMP snooping for secure network segmentation.
802.1x, RADIUS/TACACS+ provide robust access security features.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	PCT5324
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
QoS	4 queues/port; 802.1p/DSCP; WRR/strict priority
Model	PowerConnect 5324
Multicast	IGMP v1/v2 snooping; Static IP Multicast
Management	CLI; Web UI; SNMP v1/v2c; RMON; BootP/DHCP
Jumbo Frames	Up to 9000 bytes
Product Line	PowerConnect 5300 Series
Product Type	Layer 2 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch
VLAN Support	IEEE 802.1Q, up to 247 VLANs; GVRP; Protocol-based VLANs

Compatible systems

Broad compatibility with Dell servers via standard Gigabit links; SFP for fiber; RPS-600 for power redundancy.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: Any
Form factor: Rack/Blade
Generation: All
Standard Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.

Best for

Enterprise Edge
Secure access layer for corporate networks with 802.1x authentication and VLAN segmentation.
Server Connectivity
High-performance Gigabit links to servers/workstations in data centers or offices.
SMB Backbone
Cost-effective core switching for small/medium businesses with QoS for VoIP/video.
Branch Office
Rack-mountable 1U switch for remote sites with fiber uplink flexibility.
Workgroup Aggregation
Link aggregation and RSTP for resilient campus/workgroup deployments.
IP Telephony
QoS prioritization for voice/video traffic in converged networks.

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Weight	10.5 lbs
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable

Dell PowerConnect 5324 Switch

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Forwarding Rate	35.6 Mpps
Switching Capacity	48 Gbps