What port configuration does the Dell RCT4M S60-44T provide?

The RCT4M Dell Force10 S60-44T features 44 x auto-sensing 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45 ports for copper connectivity and 4 x SFP slots supporting 1GbE fiber or copper transceivers. This high-density setup enables connection of up to 44 Gigabit endpoints with flexible uplinks to aggregation switches or routers.

Is the RCT4M suitable for Layer 3 routing applications?

Yes, as a fully Layer 3 managed switch, the S60-44T supports dynamic routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, RIP, and static routes, plus VRF for segmentation. It handles inter-VLAN routing at wire speed, ideal for enterprise networks reducing core dependency.

What form factor and mounting options are available?

The RCT4M is a compact 1U rack-mountable chassis measuring standard 19-inch width, designed for standard EIA racks. It includes rack ears for secure installation in data center cabinets or wiring closets with front-to-back airflow.

Does it support redundancy for high availability?

Yes, the S60-44T offers 1+1 hot-swappable AC/DC power supplies and redundant fan modules for N+1 cooling. It also supports stacking via SFP ports and VRRP for failover, ensuring 99.99% uptime in critical deployments.

What management features are included?

Management via CLI, SNMP, RMON, sFlow, and web interface with Dell Networking OS. Features include port mirroring, SPAN, and centralized control for monitoring bandwidth, errors, and performance across enterprise networks.

Can SFP ports be used for different media types?

The 4 x SFP ports support multimode/singlemode fiber transceivers at 100/1000Mbps or direct-attach copper cables, providing flexibility for short-reach OM3/OM4 fiber up to 550m or longer SMF links with compatible optics.

RCT4M - Dell S60-44T Switch

Name: RCT4M - Dell S60-44T Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: RCT4M
Price: 135 USD
Availability: InStock

RCT4M - Dell S60-44T Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell Force10 S60-44T, identified by Dell part number RCT4M, is a high-performance Layer 3 managed Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for enterprise networking environments. Featuring 44 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45 ports for high-density access connectivity and 4 x SFP ports for flexible fiber uplinks, it supports advanced L2/L3 features including VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, and QoS for optimized traffic management. The 1U rack-mountable chassis ensures space-efficient deployment in data centers, campus wiring closets, or branch offices. With non-blocking switching architecture, it handles demanding workloads like server aggregation, IP telephony, and video surveillance. Enterprise-grade reliability includes hot-swappable PSUs and fans, redundant management options, and robust security features such as ACLs and port security. This switch excels in scalable network fabrics requiring wire-speed Gigabit performance and future-proof SFP expandability for 1GbE fiber links.

44 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45 access ports.
4 x SFP uplink ports for fiber connectivity.
Layer 3 managed switching with OSPF/BGP.
1U rack-mountable enterprise chassis design.
Advanced QoS and VLAN support for traffic control.
Hot-swappable redundant power and fans.

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Featuring

Routing Protocols
Manufacturer part #	RCT4M
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
MTBF	Over 200,000 Hours
Model	S60-44T
VLAN IDs	4096
QoS Queues	8 per Port
Product Line	S-Series
Product Type	Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch
Layer Support	Layer 2/3
MAC Address Table	32K Entries

Compatible systems

Optimized for Dell server ecosystems; supports standard 1GbE SFP optics and redundant hardware for seamless enterprise integration.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R Series
Form factor: 1U/2U Rack
Generation: 12G/13G
Direct GbE server connectivity via ToR deployment.
Dell Blade Servers
Model: M Series
Form factor: Blade Chassis
Generation: Any
Uplink aggregation from MXL blade switches.

Best for

Enterprise Access Layer
Connects high-density endpoints like workstations, IP phones, and printers with wire-speed Gigabit ports and L3 routing to core.
Data Center Top-of-Rack
Aggregates servers and storage with 44x GbE downlinks and SFP uplinks for low-latency east-west traffic handling.
Campus Network Aggregation
Distributes connectivity from access switches to core with VLAN support, QoS, and redundancy for reliable campus-wide networking.
Branch Office Backbone
Provides scalable L3 switching for remote sites with SFP uplinks to WAN routers and local GbE port expansion.

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Forwarding Rate	77.38 Mpps
Switching Capacity	104 Gbps Full-Duplex

Weight	Approx 15 lbs
Dimensions	1.7" H x 17.3" W x 18.1" D
Form Factor	1U Rack-Mountable

Airflow	Front-to-Back
Cooling	Redundant Fan Modules
Humidity	5-90% Non-Condensing
Operating Temp	0°C to 40°C

Total Ports	48 (44x RJ45 + 4x SFP)
Uplink Ports	4 x SFP (1GbE)
Downlink Ports	44 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45

Dell S60-44T Switch

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