Dell EMC N3208PX-ON - 8 × 1/10GbE SFP+ + 24 × 1GbE PoE+ Ports, Layer 3 Stackable Managed Switch with Advanced Enterprise Features

Dell EMC N3208PX-ON is a versatile Layer 3 stackable managed switch designed for enterprise networks, featuring 24 × 1GbE PoE+ ports and 8 × 1/10GbE SFP+ uplinks for high-speed connectivity. It delivers reliable performance for campus edge and branch deployments, supporting PoE+ to power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras. With advanced Layer 2/3 functionality, including VLAN segmentation, static and dynamic routing (OSPF, BGP), QoS, and access control, the N3208PX-ON ensures secure, optimized, and efficient traffic management. Its stackable design allows multiple switches to operate as a single logical unit, simplifying management, improving redundancy, and enhancing network scalability. Powered by Dell OS10, it also supports automation, telemetry, and monitoring tools, enabling IT teams to deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot networks effectively while providing a future-ready, enterprise-grade solution.

KEY FEATURES:

• Total Ports: 8 × 1GbE PoE+ + 4 × 1/10GbE SFP+ uplinks
• PoE Budget: 90W Class 4 PoE+
• Switching Capacity: 88 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 122 Mpps
• CPU / Memory: Multi-core ARM processor, 4 GB RAM
• Flash Storage: 8 GB
• Packet Buffer: 4 MB shared
• MAC Address Table: 32,000 entries
• VLAN Support: Up to 4,094 VLANs
• Jumbo Frames: Up to 9,000 bytes
• Latency: ~2.1 µs typical
• High Availability: VSF stacking (up to 8 switches), hot-swappable fans, optional redundant PSU
• Advanced Features: Layer 2/3 switching, static & dynamic routing (OSPF, BGP), ACLs, QoS, 802.1X authentication, MACsec-ready
• Management: Aruba Central cloud management, Web GUI, CLI, REST APIs, SNMP, Network Analytics Engine (NAE)

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

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ADVANCED FEATURES:

Intelligent Layer 2 Switching:

The N3208PX-ON provides enterprise-grade Layer 2 functionality, supporting IEEE 802.1Q VLANs, STP, RSTP, MSTP, and advanced loop prevention mechanisms. Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) allows combining multiple ports to increase bandwidth while providing redundancy. This ensures seamless connectivity and minimizes downtime in critical enterprise environments such as campuses, branch offices, and data centers.

Optimized Multicast & Traffic Prioritization:

The switch supports IGMP Snooping and PIM (Sparse Mode/Source Specific) for efficient multicast management, reducing unnecessary traffic and optimizing bandwidth for applications such as video conferencing, streaming, and digital signage. Advanced QoS capabilities include multiple egress queues per port, traffic shaping, and congestion management, guaranteeing reliable performance for latency-sensitive services like VoIP and mission-critical applications.

Robust Security Controls:

Built-in enterprise security ensures comprehensive protection against threats. Features include 802.1X authentication, MAC-based authentication, role-based access control (RBAC), and MACsec-ready ports for secure Layer 2 encryption. Network safeguards such as DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI), and IP Source Guard prevent common attacks like spoofing or unauthorized access. Combined with secure management protocols such as SSH, HTTPS, RADIUS, and TACACS+, the switch provides strong end-to-end security.

Power over Ethernet (PoE+) Flexibility:

Equipped with a 370W PoE+ budget, the N3208PX-ON efficiently powers multiple network endpoints including wireless access points, IP phones, security cameras, and IoT devices. Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) further reduces power consumption during idle or low-traffic periods, lowering operational costs and supporting sustainable IT practices.

High Availability and Resiliency:

The switch supports stacking via Virtual Switching Framework (VSF), allowing multiple devices to operate as a single logical unit. This improves scalability, simplifies management, and enhances redundancy. Optional redundant power supplies and hot-swappable fans ensure continuous operation, even during hardware failures, making it suitable for mission-critical environments.

Automation, Monitoring, and Cloud Integration:

Management is simplified through Web GUI, CLI, Aruba NetEdit, or REST APIs. Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) accelerates deployment across distributed locations. Integration with Aruba Central allows cloud-based monitoring, configuration automation, and predictive insights, helping IT teams proactively address issues before they impact users.

Advanced Telemetry and Analytics:

The N3208PX-ON delivers rich telemetry for real-time visibility into network performance. sFlow, RMON, and streaming telemetry provide deep insight into traffic patterns, application behavior, and bandwidth utilization. These analytics support capacity planning, troubleshooting, compliance reporting, and optimized network operations for complex enterprise deployments.

Enhanced Layer 3 Routing and Multicast Support:

Supports static and dynamic IPv4/IPv6 routing, OSPF, BGP, and VRF-lite. Multicast traffic management with IGMP and PIM ensures efficient delivery to multiple recipients. These features make the switch ideal for environments requiring advanced routing and efficient data distribution.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability and Scalability:

Designed for 24/7 enterprise operations, the N3208PX-ON offers high uptime through resilient architecture, redundant hardware components, and software-based failover. Stacking with VSF allows seamless scalability to expand port capacity without adding complexity, making it suitable for growing enterprise networks.

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