469-4259 Dell PowerConnect 7048RA 48-Port Layer 3 Rack-Mountable Network Switch

Dell PowerConnect 7048RA 469-4259

Built for enterprise access layers, branch offices and wiring closets that connect hundreds of users and devices, the Dell PowerConnect 7048RA (469-4259) is a 48-port managed Layer 3 switch from Dell, part of the Dell PowerConnect 7000 Series. It belongs to a family built for stackable Layer 3 enterprise switching.

Its 48-port design consolidates many connections onto one device. Wired Ethernet gives consistent, low-latency connections that wireless alone cannot always guarantee. A high port count means fewer devices to rack, power and manage.

Full management capabilities let your IT team tune performance, enforce policies and monitor every port. Layer 3 capability enables routing between VLANs on the switch, reducing load on your router and lowering latency. Diagnostic features help engineers trace faults and analyze traffic without extra hardware. Quality of Service settings prioritize latency-sensitive traffic such as voice and video conferencing. Regular firmware updates, where available, help keep the switch secure and stable. Aggregated links provide extra uplink capacity and keep traffic flowing if one cable fails. Each switched port gives a connected device its own dedicated link instead of sharing bandwidth as on an old-style hub.

Its rack-mountable form factor fits neatly into equipment rooms, cabinets or workspaces. Typical locations include wiring closets serving offices, classrooms and clinical areas. A dedicated switch gives your network a central, organized connection point for wired devices. Ordering by part number 469-4259 helps you match the configuration, region and feature set exactly. For anyone sourcing a 48-port managed switch, the 469-4259 combines Dell engineering with practical, everyday performance.

Key Benefits

• 48 ports
• Managed Layer 3
• Rack-mountable

• No. Of Ports: 48-Ports

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