Dell EMC S5232F-ON Managed Switch, 32x 100GbE QSFP28 Ports, IO to PSU air

Imagine a data center that stalls because the network cannot keep up with modern workloads. The Dell EMC S5232F-ON Managed Switch, 32x 100GbE QSFP28 Ports, IO to PSU air gives you the speed and reliability you need. It is a 1RU, high-density switch built for 100 GbE environments. If you are struggling with bottlenecks, limited port density, or unpredictable latency, this switch removes those obstacles. It connects servers, storage, and other switches with a single, easy-to-manage device.

Dell EMC S5232F-ON Managed Switch, 32x 100GbE QSFP28 Ports, IO to PSU air

Enterprises and cloud providers often face the problem of scaling their network without adding extra rack space or power. When traffic grows, a slow switch can cause packet loss and downtime, which hurts revenue and user experience. The Dell EMC S5232F-ON Managed Switch solves this by delivering 3.2 Tbps switching capacity and 32 ports of 100 GbE in a compact 1RU chassis. Its dual hot-swappable power supplies and IO-to-PSU airflow keep the unit running cool even under heavy load. With built-in Layer 2/3 features and extensive ACL support, you get secure, high-performance connectivity without complex add-ons.

Benefits

• Seamless 100 GbE connectivity reduces network bottlenecks and speeds up data transfer across servers and storage.
• Dual hot-swappable power supplies keep the switch running even if one unit fails, ensuring uptime.
• Low latency of 877 ns improves real-time applications such as financial trading, video streaming, and AI inference.
• Built-in Layer 2/3 routing and ACLs simplify network design while providing strong security controls.
• Compact 1RU size saves rack space, letting you add more equipment without expanding the cabinet.

Key Features

• 32  x 100 GbE QSFP28 ports for high-density bandwidth.
• 2  x 10 GbE SFP+ ports for flexible uplinks.
• 3.2 Tbps switching capacity and 2.4 Bpps throughput.
• 32 MB packet buffer to handle burst traffic.
• 16 GB CPU memory and 64 GB SSD for fast processing.
• Support for up to 288 K MAC addresses and 168 K IPv4 hosts.
• 128 LAGs with up to 16 members each for link aggregation.
• 2 K L2 and IPv4 ingress ACL entries for granular control.
• Maximum power consumption 635 W with typical 360 W, matching data-center power budgets.
• Operating temperature range 0 C to 45 C for reliable performance in most environments.

Includes:

2 x PSU
1 x User Documentation EMEA 1  
2 x Jumper Cord - C13/C14, 2M, 250V, 10A (EU, TW, APCC countries except ANZ)
1 x OS10 Enterprise, S5232F-ON  
1 x DNS5232F_Entry-Level
1 x Base Warranty
1 x 1Yr Return to Depot - Minimum Warranty
1 x 90 Day SW Bug Fixes Support Media Replacement
1 x Info Sku stating 3rd Party O/S will be warranted by vendor 
1 x INFO 1Yr ProSupport and Next Business Day On-Site Service
1 x 3Yr ProSupport and Next Business Day On-Site Service
1 x No Field Deployment
1 x Partner Operations Support
1 x 3 Years ProSupport OS10 Enterprise Software Support-Maintenance

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