5  Expansion Modules for Dell Networking Switches 
Executive Summary 
Dell offers several blade and rack-mounted switches that can be upgraded by installing 
expansion 
modules.  
Using Dell’s FlexIO technology, these modules can be used to increase access ports, 
augment upstream bandwidth, extend media forms (10GBase-T, SFP+, QSFP+, CX4, XFP), or add 
stacking capabilities. 
When possible, Dell allows for a module to be used in multiple devices. You can freely move a module 
from one device to another device when supported. 
This document identifies each Dell Networking switch and its corresponding set of expansion 
modules. In this document, Blade Switches and Corresponding Modules lists and describes modules 
for corresponding blade switches that install into a Dell M1000e blade chassis. Rack Switches and 
Corresponding Modules lists and describes modules for corresponding rack-mounted switches.