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| Product Type | Managed Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Switch |
| Model | Dell PowerConnect 5548p |
| Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T PoE+ ports + 4 x SFP+ 10Gb uplinks |
| PoE Budget | 375W total PoE power budget |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 440 x 350 x 44 mm (rack-mountable, 1U) |
| Weight | 5.8 kg (12.8 lbs) |
| Power Supply | Internal AC power supply, 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, max 550W |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 131 Mpps |
| Layer Support | Layer 2+ / Lite Layer 3 (static routing, RIP, VRRP) |
| Management | CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, RMON, SSH, Telnet, Dell OpenManage |
| VLAN Support | 802.1Q VLAN (up to 4094), private VLAN, voice VLAN |
| Security Features | 802.1X, ACLs, port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, STP, BPDU guard |
| Cooling | Two fixed fans, front-to-back airflow; temperature sensor controlled |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime warranty (Dell) |
| Maintenance | Clean with dry cloth; avoid liquids; ensure adequate ventilation |
| Spare Parts | Power supply, fan modules, SFP+ modules; contact Dell support |
| Repairability | Modular design; replaceable power supply and fans; no user-serviceable internal parts |
Frequently Asked Questions - PowerConnect 5548p DELL
How do I reset the Dell PowerConnect 5548p to factory defaults?
Hold the Reset button on the front panel for at least 10 seconds while the switch is powered on, or use the CLI command clear config in privileged EXEC mode.
What is the maximum PoE power per port?
Each PoE port can deliver up to 15.4W (802.3af) or 30W (802.3at). The total budget is 375W, so high-power devices should be distributed across ports.
Can I stack multiple PowerConnect 5548p switches?
Yes, up to 8 switches can be stacked using the SFP+ uplink ports configured as stacking ports, supporting a single management interface.
How do I update the firmware?
Download the latest firmware from Dell Support, upload via TFTP or HTTP using the web GUI, or use the CLI command copy tftp flash.
Does the switch support VLANs?
Yes, it supports 802.1Q VLANs with up to 4094 VLAN IDs, as well as private VLANs and voice VLAN for VoIP traffic.
What is the default IP address?
The default management IP is 192.168.2.10 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. You can access the web GUI via http://192.168.2.10.
How can I enable SSH for secure management?
Use the CLI: configure terminal, then ip ssh server. Set a hostname and domain name, generate RSA keys with crypto key generate rsa.
What are the LED indicators on the front panel?
There are LEDs for power, system status, each port (link/activity, PoE status), and stacking. Refer to the manual for specific blinking patterns.
Can I use SFP modules for fiber connections?
Yes, the four SFP+ slots support 1G/10G SFP/SFP+ modules, including fiber and copper SFPs. Modules must be Dell qualified or generic with compatible coding.
How do I configure a static route?
Enter global configuration mode and use ip route <network> <mask> <next-hop>. For example: ip route 192.168.3.0 255.255.255.0 192.168.2.1.
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