Dell PowerConnect 3548 User Manual

Introduction 11
Introduction
Dell™ PowerConnect™ 3524/3548 and PowerConnect 3524P/3548P are stackable, advanced
multi-layer devices. PowerConnect units can function either as stand-alone, multi-layer, switching
devices or stackable devices with up to eight stacking members.
This User Guide contains the information needed for installing, configuring, and maintaining
the device.
System Description
PowerConnect 3524/3548 and PowerConnect 3524P/3548P combine versatility with minimal
management. The PowerConnect 3524 and 3548 series include the following device types:
• PowerConnect 3524
• PowerConnect 3524P
• PowerConnect 3548
• PowerConnect 3548P
PowerConnect 3524
The PowerConnect 3524 provides 24 10/100Mbps ports plus two SFP ports, and two Copper ports
which can be used to forward traffic in a stand-alone device, or as stacking ports when the device is
stacked. The device also provides one RS-232 console port. The PowerConnect 3524 is a stackable
device, but also operates as a stand-alone device.
PowerConnect 3524P
The PowerConnect 3524P provides 24 10/100Mbps ports plus two SFP ports, and two Copper ports
which can be used to forward traffic in a stand-alone device, or as stacking ports when the device is
stacked. The device also provides one RS-232 console port. The PowerConnect 3524P is a stackable
device, but also operates as a stand-alone device. The PowerConnect 3524P also provides Power over
Ethernet (PoE).
Figure 1-1. PowerConnect 3524 and PowerConnect 3524P

Dell PowerConnect 3548 Specifications

General

MAC address table	8000 entries
Maximum data transfer rate	0.1 Gbit/s
Supported data transfer rates	10/100 Mbps
10G support	-
Number of VLANs	256
Flow control support	Yes
Networking standards	IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.3ad
Dimensions (WxDxH)	440 x 257 x 43.2 mm
Networking features	Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet
Authentication method	RADIUS, TACACS+
Connectivity technology	Wired
Switch type	Managed
Switch layer	L2
Data link protocols	Ethernet
Supported network protocols	HTTP, HTTPS/SSL, SSH
Power connector	DC-in jack
SFP/SFP+ slots quantity	2
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity	48
Product color	Black
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 45 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 95 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	8000 g