PC7048P - Dell PowerConnect 7048P 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T auto-sensing Gigabit Ethernet ports; 4 x Combo SFP or 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports;

Name: PC7048P - Dell PowerConnect 7048P 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T auto-sensing Gigabit Ethernet ports; 4 x Combo SFP or 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports;
Brand: Dell
SKU: PC7048P

PC7048P - Dell PowerConnect 7048P 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T auto-sensing Gigabit Ethernet ports; 4 x Combo SFP or 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports; | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell PowerConnect 7048P is a managed Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet switch delivering 48 auto-sensing 10/100/1000BASE-T ports with PoE+ (802.3at) support across all ports, supplying up to 30.8 watts per port with optional external power supply. The switch features 176 Gbps switching capacity, 125 Mpps forwarding rate, and supports up to 32,000 MAC addresses. Four combo SFP ports enable optional 10GbE uplink modules for stacking at 64 Gbps bandwidth, allowing up to 12 switches to be managed as a single unit. Housed in a compact 1U rack-mountable form factor (440 x 460 x 44 mm), the 7048P incorporates Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) architecture and 80 PLUS-certified power supply to reduce operational costs. Advanced features include VLAN support, QoS, link aggregation groups (LAGs), iSCSI optimization, LLDP-MED, and IP/MAC-based access control lists. Ideal for enterprise networks requiring scalable, power-efficient switching with high availability and redundancy options.

48 Gigabit PoE+ ports, 30.8W per port
176 Gbps switching fabric, 125 Mpps forwarding
Stackable up to 12 units, 64 Gbps bandwidth
Layer 3 routing with VLAN, QoS, LAG support
1U form factor, 80 PLUS power supply
Optional 10GbE uplinks, iSCSI optimization

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	PC7048P
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
Model	PowerConnect 7048P
Product Line	PowerConnect 7000 Series
Product Type	Managed Gigabit Ethernet Stackable Switch
Supported Protocols	ARP; IGMP v2; DVMRP
Management Interface	Multiple configuration file upload/download; BootP/DHCP IP address management; Syslog remote logging; LLDP-MED; SNTP; iSCSI Auto Configuration

Storage

MAC Address Table	Up to 32,000 MAC addresses

Compatible systems

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Best for

Enterprise Campus Networks
Deploy the 7048P as a core or distribution switch in multi-building campuses. Stack up to 12 switches for redundancy and failover, managing them as a single unit with 64 Gbps stacking bandwidth and optional 10GbE uplinks.
Data Center Access Layer
Utilize 48 PoE+ ports (30.8W per port) to power high-density IP phones, wireless access points, and IoT devices while maintaining wire-speed switching at 176 Gbps with Layer 3 routing capabilities.
VoIP & Unified Communications
Support large-scale VoIP deployments with PoE+ across all 48 ports using 802.3at standard. QoS and VLAN support ensure voice traffic prioritization and network segmentation for call quality.
High-Availability Environments
Implement redundant power supplies (optional RPS-720) and fan modules with stackable architecture to achieve 99.9% uptime. Manage failover automatically across 12 stacked switches.
Energy-Conscious Operations
Reduce power and cooling costs with Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) that cuts power to inactive ports and 80 PLUS-certified power supply. Ideal for organizations prioritizing operational efficiency.

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Forwarding Rate	125 Mpps
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps

Power Consumption

PoE Budget	Supplies up to 30.8 watts per port on all 48 ports with optional external power supply
Power Supplies	Internal power supply with optional external MPS-1000 module or RPS-720 redundant power supply

Weight	8.1 kg / 17.86 lb
Dimensions	440 x 460 x 44 mm (W x D x H); 17.32 x 18.1 x 1.73 in (W x D x H)
Rack Units	1U with rack-mounting kit included
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable

Ethernet Ports	48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T auto-sensing Gigabit Ethernet ports; 4 x Combo SFP or 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports; Upgradeable 4x 10GbE stacking ports

How many powered devices can the 7048P support simultaneously?

The 7048P supplies up to 30.8 watts per port across all 48 ports with an optional external power supply, supporting simultaneous powering of 48 PoE+ devices. This enables deployment of enterprise IP phones, wireless access points, and network cameras without additional power infrastructure.

What is the maximum switching capacity and forwarding rate?

The 7048P delivers 176 Gbps switching fabric capacity with a forwarding rate of 125 Mpps, ensuring wire-speed performance across all 48 ports. It supports up to 32,000 MAC addresses, making it suitable for large enterprise networks with thousands of connected devices.

Can multiple 7048P switches be managed as one unit?

Yes, up to 12 PowerConnect 7048P switches can be stacked using optional RNDV3 stacking modules and managed as a single logical unit with 64 Gbps inter-switch bandwidth. This enables simplified administration, automatic failover, and redundancy across multiple switches.

Does the 7048P support Layer 3 routing?

Yes, the 7048P is a managed Layer 3 switch supporting full routing capabilities including VLAN support, link aggregation groups (LAGs), QoS, and iSCSI optimization. It also supports LLDP-MED and IP/MAC-based access control lists for advanced network segmentation.

What are the power consumption specifications?

Maximum power consumption is 930W when all 48 ports operate as PoE+ ports. The switch features an 80 PLUS-certified power supply and Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) architecture that reduces power consumption by cutting power to inactive ports, lowering operational costs.

What optional uplink capabilities does the 7048P offer?

The 7048P includes four combo SFP ports supporting optional 10GbE uplink modules (SFP+ or 10GBASE-T). These upgradeable 4x 10GbE ports enable high-speed connections to core infrastructure or stacking at 64 Gbps bandwidth for future scalability.

What redundancy options are available for high-availability deployments?

The 7048P supports optional redundant power supplies (RPS-720) and redundant fan modules for automatic failover. Combined with stackable architecture managing up to 12 switches as one unit, this enables 99.9% uptime in mission-critical environments.

Dell PowerConnect 7048P 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T auto-sensing Gigabit Ethernet ports; 4 x Combo SFP or 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports;