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Dell Switches

byDell Technologies
in Data Center and Cloud Networking (Transitioning to Data Center Switching)
4.6

Overview

Product Information on Dell Switches

Updated 13th October 2025

What is Dell Switches?

Dell Switches software provides network management and connectivity solutions for enterprises and organizations. The software enables configuration, monitoring, and optimization of Dell networking switches, supporting functions such as VLAN provisioning, traffic management, and security enforcement. Through integration with various network infrastructures, the software facilitates streamlined data flow and network segmentation. It supports protocols and standards required for wired and wireless communications, contributing to reliable connectivity and simplified network operations. The software is designed to address the business need for efficient network administration, scalability, and secure data transmission across multiple devices and locations.

Dell Switches Pricing

Dell Switches software is offered with a pricing model that typically includes options for one-time purchase or subscription-based licensing, depending on the specific model and required features. Pricing varies based on factors such as port count, performance tier, and selected support and service agreements. Additional costs may apply for advanced networking features or extended warranty coverage.

Overall experience with Dell Switches

Analista Soc
250M - 500M USD, Banking
FAVORABLE

“Equipment Offers High Traffic Rate and Intuitive Graphical Interface”

4.0
Dec 26, 2025
These are robust devices that support high data traffic rates. Uplinks support 10Gb (SFP), and they have a good graphical interface for management, even for less experienced users, but the CLI is much better with numerous options.
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Administrator
500M - 1B USD, IT Services
CRITICAL

“Don't recomend it to anyone, unless you are looking for adventure”

2.0
Nov 19, 2021
Working with dell switches is a real pain. We have S4048-ON in core and N1548P switches in distribution. For these 5 years of managing them, I can tell that it was my worst buying decision. Lots of failures, some of them disrupted the whole network. Issues with 8021x. Terrible support, asking the same questions over again.

About Company

Company Description

Updated 13th October 2023

Dell Technologies helps organizations build their digital futures and individuals transform how they work, live, and play. It provides customers with a broad solutions portfolio for the data era, including traditional infrastructure and extending to multicloud environments. Dell's integrated solutions help customers modernize their IT infrastructure, manage and operate in a multicloud world, address workforce transformation, and provide critical solutions that keep people and organizations connected. It helps customers accelerate their digital transformations to improve and strengthen business and workforce productivity. With an extensive portfolio and a commitment to innovation, Dell offers secure, integrated solutions that extend from the edge to the core to the cloud, and offers software-defined and cloud native infrastructure solutions.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1984
Head office location
Round Rock, United States
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
30B+ USD
Website
https://www.dell.com/

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Dell Switches Reviews and Ratings

4.6

(164 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
62%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
3%
2 Star
2%
1 Star
1%
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4.5

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4.5

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4.5

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  • Analista Soc
    50M-1B USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    Equipment Offers High Traffic Rate and Intuitive Graphical Interface

    4.0
    Dec 26, 2025
    These are robust devices that support high data traffic rates. Uplinks support 10Gb (SFP), and they have a good graphical interface for management, even for less experienced users, but the CLI is much better with numerous options.
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  • Senior Engineer
    50M-1B USD
    Consumer Goods
    Review Source

    Unveiling the High-Performing Networking Switch with Advanced Features

    5.0
    Jan 20, 2025
    It is networking switch that are provides good throughput, low latency, and are suitable for environments that require high availability. It has entry-level to high-performance models that are designed for small & enterprise level organizations.
  • BUSINESS CONSULTING FOR MARKETING AND IT
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Dell Switches: Remarkable Features and Cost-efficiency Justify User Preference

    4.0
    Jan 9, 2025
    The switches are easy to setup and manage. We like the portal interface to configure the switches.
  • Sr. Engineer
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Dell Switches: High Performance Networking with Reliability and Cost-effectiveness

    5.0
    Dec 21, 2024
    Dell Switches are networking products which provide high performance, reliability & cost effectiveness. it is known for its stability & performance. they are designed to handle both enterprise and small-to-medium business networks. It performs well in environments where there is a high data throughput. It provides consistent uptime when properly configured.
  • IMPLEMENTATION ENGINEER
    50M-1B USD
    Telecommunication
    Review Source

    Dell's High-End Switches Perform Well with Good Throughput and Low Latency

    5.0
    Nov 22, 2024
    Dell switches provide solid performance with good throughput and low latency. The switching and routing capabilities in the higher end model, handle traffic demands efficiently. Overall experience is good.
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Dell Switches Likes & Dislikes

Like

The ability to stack multiple switches improves management. Uplink speeds of 10Gbps, which improves network performance. Lifetime warranty on some types of switches. Commands that perform cabling tests, which help troubleshoot problems.

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Like

Long hardware warranty in the price. Don't need a special cable to stack. Price. Ability to install the independent OS on s4840-on

Like

It has a web-based GUI and a command line interface which helps in troubleshooting. It has features like VLAN support, QoS, PoE (Power over Ethernet), stacking, and layer 3 routing capabilities. It also has automation features, security protocols, and redundancy options for a better network. It integrates well with Dell infrastructure like servers and storage, simplifying management.

Dislike

Two switch versions: one without PoE and one with PoE. Layer 3 routing is not possible; only static route creation is allowed. Edge ports are limited to 1Gb.

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Dislike

Terrible technical support, some cases took more than 12 months to close. 8021x issues with reauthentication Lots of failures during 5 years of use Two OS families for switches.

Dislike

It is more difficult to configure and manage. It lacks detail and is sometimes slow to respond. It lacks some advanced features. Complaints about bugs in firmware. Under heavy traffic loads, performance can be slow.