Dell PowerSwitch S3248T-ON: The Future of Out-of-Band Management

Dell PowerSwitch S3248T-ON: an out-of-band (OOB) management switch designed to elevate your data center operations and AI fabrics.

In today’s fast-paced technological landscape, staying ahead requires robust, efficient and adaptive solutions. Network administrators and tech enthusiasts, meet the Dell PowerSwitch S3248T-ON—an innovative out-of-band (OOB) management switch designed to elevate your data center operations. Let’s take a closer look at how this powerhouse can transform your network infrastructure. 

Overview

The Dell PowerSwitch S3248T-ON is a cost-effective option for customers requiring 1Gb RJ45 ports along with 4 x 10GbE SFP+ and 2 x 100GbE QSFP28 uplink ports. It is available with either IO to PSU or PSU to IO airflow, providing flexible installation options to fit various data center configurations. 

In generative AI (GenAI) fabrics, the Dell PowerSwitch S3248T-ON plays a critical role in managing out-of-band traffic. Its reliability and efficiency make it an ideal choice for ensuring smooth operations and minimizing disruptions in AI fabrics.  

Let’s take a closer look at how this powerhouse can transform your network infrastructure. 

Key Features

  • Power-Efficient and Resilient 1/10GbE Switching. The Dell PowerSwitch S3248T-ON offers a power-efficient and resilient 1GbE switching solution tailored for advanced Layer 3 distribution. Its integrated 10GbE SFP+ and 100GbE QSFP28 ports ensure high-performance capabilities, making it an indispensable tool for modern data centers. Running on Enterprise SONiC Distribution by Dell Technologies 4.4, the PowerSwitch S3248T-ON offers a robust 1/10GbE management switch solution for data centers. Enterprise SONiC enhances the switch’s performance, ensuring seamless integration with existing network infrastructure. 
  • Optimized for High-Performance Data Center Environments. The PowerSwitch S3248T-ON is specifically optimized for high-performance data center environments. It delivers low latency and superb performance, embodying Dell’s Open Networking strategy for more efficient Ethernet networks. 
  • EnergySTAR certified. For enhanced availability and power efficiency, the PowerSwitch S3248T-ON comes equipped with dual internal hot-swappable 80PLUS Platinum certified power supplies. This ensures minimal downtime and optimal performance, even during maintenance. 

Conclusion

The Dell PowerSwitch S3248T-ON is more than just an out-of-band management switch; it’s a comprehensive solution designed to meet the demands of modern data centers. With its advanced features, robust performance, and cost-effectiveness, it stands as a pinnacle of innovation in network management. 

Are you ready to elevate your network infrastructure?  For more detailed information and technical specifications, check out the Dell PowerSwitch S3248T-ON spec sheet and visit us at www.dell.com/networking. 

About the Author: Petri Virsunen

Petri Virsunen supports Dell PowerSwitch networking switches for data center and edge on the Dell Technologies Networking product marketing team. Prior to Dell Technologies, he worked with Cisco Systems’ Customer Experience (CX) portfolio product development, ensuring a consistent brand and cohesive customer journey across marketing efforts. Prior to Cisco, Petri was a senior product marketing manager at VMware, in Cloud Provider Software business unit. Native of Finland, he holds a M.Sc. degree from Lappeenranta University of Technology.