The Dell PowerSwitch N3024EF-ON is a power-efficient, resilient Layer 3 managed switch designed for enterprise campus and office network distribution. It features 24 auto-sensing 1000BASE-X SFP ports for fiber connectivity, two integrated 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports, and two GbE combo ports supporting both copper and fiber media. With a 212Gbps full-duplex switching fabric and 158Mpps forwarding rate, the N3024EF-ON delivers non-blocking, wire-speed performance across all ports simultaneously. The switch supports advanced Layer 3 routing with OSPF, RIP, and ECMP; multi-chassis link aggregation (MLAG); and up to 12-unit stacking at 84Gbps full-duplex for simplified management via single IP address. A single 200W hot-swappable 80PLUS-certified power supply (with optional dual PSU bay) ensures high availability and energy efficiency. The 1RU form factor with ReadyRails rack mounting integrates seamlessly into standard data center infrastructure. Ideal for fiber-based access networks, campus aggregation, and environments requiring dense GbE connectivity with 10GbE uplink capacity.
24x1GbE SFP + 2x10GbE SFP+ ports.
212Gbps full-duplex switching capacity.
Non-blocking Layer 3 routing architecture.
Stackable up to 12 units at 84Gbps.
Hot-swap 200W 80PLUS power supply.
Advanced OSPF, RIP, ECMP routing.
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Featuring
Manufacturer part #
N3024EF-ON
Brand
Dell
Condition
Refurbished
Airflow
Standard airflow (I/O to power supply)
Model Name
Dell PowerSwitch N3024EF-ON
ARP Entries
6,144
ECMP Groups
64
NDP Entries
400
PoE Support
No (N3024EF-ON); PoE+ models available (N3024EF, N3048EP)
Switch Type
Managed
Architecture
Non-blocking, wire-speed
Product Line
Compatible systems
The Dell N3024EF-ON is compatible with N3000 series switches for stacking deployments, requires Dell-qualified SFP/SFP+ transceivers (sold separately), and operates on Dell OS6 6.5.1.x and higher. Includes hot-swap PSU, ReadyRails mounting, and out-of-band management. Optional dual PSU bay and expansion module bay support future upgrades.
Dell EMC PowerSwitch N3000 Series
Model: N3024EF-ON
Form factor: 1RU rackmount
Generation: N3000E
Stackable with other N3000 series switches (N3024EF, N3024EF-ON, N3048ET, N3048EP, N3132PX-ON) up to 12 units; max stack for N3000 series is 8 with OS 6.5.1.x and higher, 12 units for N3000E and N3132PX-ON.
Best for
Campus Networks
Fiber-based distribution layer for multi-building enterprise campuses requiring dense GbE connectivity with 10GbE uplinks to core infrastructure.
Fiber Access Networks
High-density fiber access switch for offices and facilities where SFP-based connectivity eliminates copper cabling constraints and extends reach.
Layer 3 Aggregation
Advanced routing aggregation point supporting OSPF, RIP, ECMP, and MLAG for multi-chassis redundancy in enterprise network designs.
Stackable Deployments
Multi-switch stacking architecture (up to 12 units at 84Gbps) enabling single-IP management and simplified operations for distributed network segments.
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Up to 12 units, 84Gbps full-duplex, 3-meter max distance
Switching Capacity
212Gbps full-duplex
Access Control Lists
Supported
Transceivers Included
Not included; sold separately
RIP Routing Interfaces
512
Broadcast Storm Control
Supported
OSPF Routing Interfaces
8,160
VLAN Routing Interfaces
128
ECMP Next-Hops Per Route
4
Line-Rate Layer 3 Routing
All ports (non-blocking)
Line-Rate Layer 2 Switching
All ports (non-blocking)
Multicast Forwarding Entries
1,536 IPv4 / 512 IPv6
Max VLAN Interfaces With ACLs
24
Memory
Flash Memory
256MB
Packet Buffer Memory
4MB
Network & Communication
MAC Address Table
32K entries
Energy-Efficient Ethernet
Per-port settings supported
Management & Protocols
Protocol-Based VLANs
Supported
Power Consumption
Power Supply
1x 200W hot-swappable 80PLUS-certified AC PSU
Dual Power Supply Bay
Optional second 200W PSU available
Power Supply Efficiency
80% or better in all operating modes
Maximum Power Consumption
67.1 watts
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor
1RU rackmount
Rack Mounting
ReadyRails rack mounting system, no tools required
Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation
MLAG supported
I/O Expansions
Expansion Module Bay
1x hot-swap expansion module bay
Interface/Ports
USB Port
1x USB Type-A port for configuration
Combo Ports
2x GbE combo media ports (copper/fiber)
Console Port
RJ45 console port with RS232 signaling
GbE SFP Ports
24x 1000BASE-X SFP auto-sensing ports
Port Mirroring
Flow-based port mirroring supported
Stacking Ports
2x rear mini-SAS stacking ports (21Gbps each)
Management Port
1x out-of-band 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 port
10GbE Uplink Ports
2x integrated 10GbE SFP+ ports
Stacking Ports Per Stack
144 dynamic ports per stack
Max ACL Rules Per Interface (IPv4)
1,021 ingress / 512 egress
Max ACL Rules Per Interface (IPv6)
1,021 ingress / 512 egress
Operating System
Default Operating System
Dell OS6
Processor & Chipset
CPU Memory
1GB
Weight & Dimensions
Physical Dimensions
1RU (H x W x D); weight 6kg/13.2277lbs
Compliance Standards
Regulatory Compliance
Available with US Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliance; PCI-compliant network topology support
Environmental Condition
Storage Temperature
-40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F)
Operating Temperature
0° to 45°C (32° to 113°F)
Maximum Thermal Output
204.6 BTU/hr
Storage Relative Humidity
85%
Operating Relative Humidity
95%
Power-Efficient Distribution
Energy-optimized switching with 80PLUS-certified PSU and per-port energy-efficient Ethernet settings for sustainable campus network operations.
High-Availability Networks
Redundant hot-swap power supplies, dual PSU bay option, and stacking support for mission-critical network segments requiring continuous uptime.
Frequently asked questions
What are the port configurations and uplink options on the N3024EF-ON?
The N3024EF-ON provides 24x1000BASE-X SFP ports for fiber connectivity, 2x integrated 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports, 2x GbE combo ports (copper/fiber), 2x rear mini-SAS stacking ports (21Gbps each), 1x out-of-band 10/100/1000BASE-T management port, and 1x USB Type-A port for configuration. All SFP transceivers are sold separately.
What switching capacity and forwarding performance does this switch deliver?
The N3024EF-ON delivers 212Gbps full-duplex switching fabric with 158Mpps forwarding rate (106Gbps throughput). Non-blocking architecture ensures wire-speed performance across all ports simultaneously, supporting line-rate Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing without congestion or packet loss.
How does stacking work and what are the management benefits?
Up to 12 N3024EF-ON switches stack via rear mini-SAS ports at 84Gbps full-duplex with 3-meter maximum distance. Stacked switches are managed as a single logical unit from one IP address, simplifying operations. Supports 144 dynamic ports per stack and 128 LAG groups for flexible link aggregation and redundancy.
What Layer 3 routing capabilities are supported?
The N3024EF-ON supports OSPF (8,160 interfaces), RIP (512 interfaces), static routes (1,024 IPv4/IPv6), dynamic routes (8,160 IPv4/4,096 IPv6), ECMP with 4 next-hops per route and 64 ECMP groups, and 128 VLAN routing interfaces. Supports 4,094 VLANs, protocol-based VLANs, and multi-chassis link aggregation (MLAG) for high-availability designs.
What power consumption and thermal characteristics should be planned for?
Maximum power consumption is 67.1 watts with a single 200W hot-swappable 80PLUS-certified power supply. Maximum thermal output is 204.6 BTU/hr. Operating temperature range is 0–45°C with 95% relative humidity support. Dual PSU bay available for redundancy; optional second 200W PSU can be installed without downtime.
What security and access control features are available?
The N3024EF-ON supports Access Control Lists (ACLs) with up to 1,021 IPv6 ingress and 512 IPv6 egress rules per interface, 24 VLAN interfaces with ACLs applied, broadcast storm control, port mirroring (flow-based), and PCI-compliant network topology support. Includes RJ45 console port with RS232 signaling for out-of-band management.
Is this switch suitable for fiber-based campus networks?
Yes. The N3024EF-ON is purpose-built for fiber access and distribution in campus networks. Its 24x SFP ports support 1000BASE-SX (500m) and 1000BASE-LX (10km) transceivers, eliminating copper cabling distance limitations. Two 10GbE SFP+ uplinks provide high-capacity aggregation to core switches or data centers.
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