What ports does the WS-CBS3130X-S have?

It includes 16 x RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports for blade server downlinks, 4 x dominant RJ45 1GbE ports, and 2 x SFP 1GbE uplinks. Supports SFP modules and X2 optics on this model for flexible connectivity in PowerEdge M1000e.

What is the switching capacity and throughput?

Switching capacity is 128 Gbps with 59.2 Mpps throughput (up to 65.47 Mpps on similar). This enables non-blocking Layer 3 performance for 16 blades, ideal for high-density enterprise networking.

Is it compatible with Dell PowerEdge M1000e?

Yes, designed exclusively as a blade module for M1000e chassis with 16 internal Gigabit downlinks. Form factor ensures direct mount, weighing 0.6 kg, with no support for stacking with other blade types.

What software features are supported?

Runs Cisco IOS 12.2(53)SE IP Base image with StackWise Plus, full IPv6 QoS, Smart Install for zero-touch management, and 964 TCAM ACL entries. Does not support advanced images or mixed stacks.

What is the form factor and weight?

Blade enclosure mountable for PowerEdge M1000e, classified as a blade module at 0.6 kg. Includes 1 dedicated Ethernet management port (Fa0) for switch administration.

Does it support 10GbE?

Primarily 1GbE with 16x 1000BASE-T/X ports and 2x SFP 1GbE; X2 10GbE slots supported only on CBS3130X-S model via compatible transceivers like CVR-X2-SFP10G.

HR521 - Dell WS-CBS3130X-S Switch

Name: HR521 - Dell WS-CBS3130X-S Switch
Brand: Dell
SKU: HR521
Price: 132 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The Dell HR521 Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch WS-CBS3130X-S is a Layer 3 managed blade switch module designed for the PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. It features 16 x RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports for server connectivity, plus 2 x SFP 1GbE uplink ports, with support for 4 x RJ45 1GbE as dominant ports. Delivering 128 Gbps switching capacity and up to 59.2 Mpps throughput, it ensures high-performance internal networking for blade servers. Compatible exclusively with Dell PowerEdge M1000e chassis, this enterprise-grade switch supports Cisco IOS IP Base, StackWise Plus stacking (model-specific), and full QoS for IPv6. Ideal for data centers requiring dense 1GbE connectivity, it mounts as a blade module weighing 0.6 kg. Procurement teams value its seamless integration, reducing cabling and enabling efficient server-to-network communication in virtualized environments.

16x 1GbE RJ45 + 2x SFP ports for M1000e blades
128 Gbps switching capacity, 59.2 Mpps throughput
Layer 3 managed blade switch, StackWise Plus support
PowerEdge M1000e exclusive compatibility
Cisco IOS IP Base with IPv6 QoS features
Compact 0.6 kg blade module design

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	HR521
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Model	WS-CBS3130X-S
Speed	1 Gbps
Product Line	Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch for Dell PowerEdge M1000e
Product Type	Blade Network Switch Module
Chassis Compatibility	Dell PowerEdge M1000E

Network & Communication

Throughput	59.2 Mpps; Alternate source lists 65.47 Mpps for similar model

Compatible systems

Compatible with Dell PowerEdge M1000e blade chassis

Dell PowerEdge
Model: M1000e
Form factor: 16-port Blade Switch Module
Designed for M1000e blade enclosure

Best for

Data Center Networking
Provides 16x 1GbE ports to connect blade servers in M1000e chassis, with 128 Gbps switching capacity for high-density internal traffic handling.
Server Virtualization
Supports Layer 3 features and 59.2 Mpps throughput, enabling efficient VM traffic management within PowerEdge M1000e enclosures.
High-Performance Computing
2x SFP uplinks and StackWise Plus compatibility deliver low-latency 1GbE connectivity for clustered blade server workloads.
Enterprise Blade Farms
Blade form factor integrates directly into M1000e, minimizing cabling with 16 internal Gigabit ports for scalable deployments.

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Weight	0.6 kg
Form Factor	Blade enclosure mountable for PowerEdge M1000e
Chassis Type	Blade module

Interface/Ports

Uplink Ports	4 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
Network Ports	16 x RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet; 2 x SFP 1GbE
Dominant Ports	4 x RJ45 1GbE (primary listed); Additional 2 x SFP 1GbE
Downlink Ports	16 x 1000BASE-X Gigabit Ethernet

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