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Highlights web-based management, CLI/SNMP support, and conversion to web-managed mode.
Covers password protection, IP address restrictions, VLANs, priority queues, and link aggregation.
Details the industry-leading lifetime warranty for basic hardware service (repair or replacement).
Compares port densities, speeds, and switching capacities across the 2800 series models.
Details management interfaces, IP addressing, and Quality of Service (QoS) features.
Outlines security measures, VLAN support, and advanced switching capabilities.
Lists additional features like power saving, broadcast storm control, and physical dimensions.
The Dell PowerConnect 2800 Series comprises a family of web-managed Gigabit Ethernet switches designed to offer robust performance, cost-effectiveness, and energy efficiency. These switches are engineered to provide full wire-speed switching performance across various port densities, making them suitable for a range of network environments.
The PowerConnect 2800 series switches serve as a central component in network infrastructure, facilitating high-speed data transfer between connected devices. They are fixed-port Gigabit Ethernet switches, meaning they provide dedicated Gigabit Ethernet ports for network connections. The switches support various port configurations, including 8, 16, 24, and 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports. Specifically, the 2824 and 2848 models also feature SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) slots in a combo port arrangement, enabling fiber optic capabilities when optional SFP transceivers are used. This allows for longer-distance connections and greater flexibility in network design.
A key function of these switches is their ability to automatically negotiate speed, duplex mode, and flow control (Auto MDI/MDIX), which simplifies network setup and ensures optimal performance by automatically adapting to the capabilities of connected devices. They also support jumbo frames, which are larger Ethernet frames designed to improve the efficiency of data transfer for networks that frequently move large files, such as in data centers or video editing environments.
Port Configurations:
Performance:
Chassis Dimensions and Weight (H x W x L):
Optional Peripheral Products: Dell SFP Transceivers (1000-SX and 1000-LX) are available for the PowerConnect 2824 and 2848 models to enable fiber optic connectivity.
Easy, Powerful Management: The PowerConnect 2800 series is designed for ease of use, featuring a web-based management interface that allows users to configure and monitor the switch through an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI). This eliminates the need to learn complex Command Line Interface (CLI) commands for basic management, although a focused set of CLI and SNMP commands are available for environments requiring centralized remote management. The switches are delivered in an unmanaged mode by default. Users can convert the switch to web-managed mode with a simple push of a button on the front panel, enabling access to advanced configuration options.
Quality of Service (QoS): The switches support four priority queues per port, allowing administrators to prioritize network traffic. This includes adjustable Weighted Round Robin (WRR) and strict priority scheduling, Layer 2 IEEE 802.1p tagging, port-based priority, and Layer 3-aware prioritization using DSCP values. These features ensure that critical applications (e.g., VoIP, video conferencing) receive preferential bandwidth, minimizing latency and improving user experience.
Virtual LANs (VLANs): The switches support up to 64 industry-standard IEEE 802.1Q port-based VLANs and honor all 4096 VLAN tags. VLANs allow for logical segmentation of the network, improving security and network performance by isolating traffic within specific groups.
Link Aggregation: To provide additional bandwidth and redundancy, the 2800 series switches support up to six link aggregation groups, with up to four ports per group. This adheres to IEEE 802.3ad standards (static support only, LACP not supported), allowing multiple physical links to be bundled into a single logical link.
Security Features:
DHCP Server/Client: The integrated DHCP client feature allows the switch to dynamically obtain an IP address from a DHCP server. Alternatively, the integrated DHCP server feature can be enabled to manage IP address assignment within a small LAN, simplifying network administration.
Firmware Upgrades: The switch firmware can be easily upgraded as needed, allowing for new features, bug fixes, and security updates to be applied without replacing hardware.
Network Troubleshooting Tools:
Power Saving Features: The PowerConnect 2800 series incorporates technology to help reduce power consumption, with potential savings of up to 96% on unused ports. This contributes to lower operating costs and a reduced environmental footprint.
Lead-Free Construction: The switches are built with lead-free construction, adhering to the RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Directive, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility.
Lifetime Warranty: Select PowerConnect switches are backed by an industry-leading lifetime warranty, which guarantees Basic Hardware Service (repair or replacement) for life. This provides peace of mind regarding the quality, reliability, and long-term support for the product. The warranty covers repair or replacement but does not include troubleshooting, configuration, or other advanced services provided by Dell ProSupport.
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