Full Part Number: Dell EMC N3132PX-ON
Manufacturer: Dell Technologies
Overview:
The Dell EMC N3132PX-ON is a high-performance, feature-rich 1U rack-mounted switch designed for modern data centers, enterprise networks, and cloud environments. It offers 32 x 10GbE ports, with PoE+ support and a comprehensive suite of Layer 2 and Layer 3 features. Engineered for both scalability and efficiency, this switch supports robust automation, network visibility, and management tools. It delivers low-latency, high-throughput connectivity to meet the demands of growing businesses, ensuring reliable performance for mission-critical applications.
Key Features:
- 32 x 10GbE Ports: Provides 32 x 10GbE SFP+ ports for fast, reliable network connectivity with high-density support.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE+): Supports PoE+ on all ports, enabling efficient deployment of IP phones, cameras, wireless access points, and other PoE-powered devices.
- Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switching: Offers robust Layer 2 switching, with support for VLANs, spanning tree, and routing protocols such as OSPF and static routing for flexible network configurations.
- High Throughput & Low Latency: Ensures excellent network performance with a switching capacity of 128 Gbps and a forwarding rate of up to 95.2 Mpps, supporting high-performance, latency-sensitive applications.
- Redundant Power: Designed with redundant, hot-swappable power supplies to enhance availability and minimize the risk of downtime.
- Automation and SDN Compatibility: Supports Open Network Install Environment (ONIE) for open networking and integration with software-defined networking (SDN) solutions, providing automation and orchestration capabilities.
- Management Flexibility: Includes multiple management options including CLI, SNMP, and a web-based GUI, enabling ease of configuration and monitoring.
- Energy-Efficient Design: Features an energy-efficient design to reduce operational costs while maintaining performance, with support for dynamic power adjustment.
Applications:
- Data Centers: Perfect for modern data centers requiring high-density, high-performance networking with minimal latency for virtualized and cloud workloads.
- Enterprise Networks: Ideal for large enterprises with demanding applications like VoIP, video conferencing, and file sharing, ensuring reliable and secure network operations.
- Campus Networks: Enables efficient connectivity across multiple buildings or floors within a campus, supporting both wired and PoE-powered devices.
- Edge Networking: Suitable for edge networking applications, where fast data throughput and PoE capabilities are necessary to support various edge devices.
- Cloud Service Providers: Designed to handle the scalability, automation, and flexibility needs of cloud service providers delivering hosted services.
- VoIP and Wireless: Perfect for environments where Voice over IP (VoIP) and wireless access points require robust PoE+ support for uninterrupted service.
Specifications:
- Product Name: Dell EMC N3132PX-ON
- Form Factor: 1U Rackmount
- Ports: 32 x 10GbE SFP+ Ports
- Power over Ethernet (PoE+): Yes, 32 ports with PoE+ support (IEEE 802.3at)
- Switching Capacity: 128 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: Up to 95.2 Mpps
- Layer Support: Layer 2 (Switching) and Layer 3 (Routing)
- Redundant Power Supply: Dual, hot-swappable power supplies (AC input)
- Cooling: Hot-swappable fan modules for optimal airflow and cooling
- Management: CLI, SNMP, Web-based GUI, Open Network Install Environment (ONIE), REST API
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 16.9 x 1.7 inches (445 x 430 x 43 mm)
- Weight: 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs)
- Power Consumption: 500W typical
- Warranty: 1-year hardware warranty, extended warranty available
Why Choose Dell EMC N3132PX-ON?
- High Performance: With 32 x 10GbE SFP+ ports and a switching capacity of 128 Gbps, the N3132PX-ON ensures fast, reliable, and high-performance networking for demanding applications.
- PoE+ Support: The PoE+ feature allows for simplified deployments of IP-based devices such as phones, cameras, and access points without the need for separate power cables, reducing complexity.
- Scalable & Flexible: As your business grows, this switch can scale with you. Its open networking capabilities and ONIE support ensure seamless integration with modern SDN and automation technologies.
- Redundancy for High Availability: With redundant power supplies and fans, the N3132PX-ON minimizes the risk of downtime, ensuring network resilience and continuous operation.
- Cost-Efficient: Designed for energy efficiency, this switch offers reduced power consumption and lower operational costs while providing high performance.
- Comprehensive Management: Flexible management options, including CLI, SNMP, and a web GUI, enable easy monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting, making it accessible to network administrators of all levels.
- Future-Proof: Supporting both Layer 2 and Layer 3 features and compatible with SDN technologies, this switch is ready for future network evolution and demands.
The Dell EMC N3132PX-ON is the ideal solution for data centers, enterprises, and cloud environments needing a high-performance, energy-efficient, and scalable network switch. With advanced features like PoE+, Layer 3 routing, and automation support, it provides the flexibility and reliability to meet today’s networking challenges while preparing for future growth.