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CE6850-48S4Q-EI
CE6850-48S4Q-EI Switch (48-Port 10GE SFP+,4-Port 40GE QSFP+,...
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CE6850-48S4Q-EI is a high-performance stackable Ethernet switch built on a resilient architecture designed for modern campus and enterprise networks. It features a robust mix of 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports, ensuring reliable connectivity and rapid data forwarding for small to medium-size network deployments.
CE6850-48S4Q-EI offers flexible power options with an integrated AC power supply and supports stacking for enhanced scalability and simplified management. With low latency switching, dual-mode Layer 2/Layer 3 operation using IP Lite software, and a compact 1 RU rack-mount form factor, it is ideally suited for access, aggregation, and high-density network environments.
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| CE6850-48S4Q-EI |  CE6851-48S6Q-HI-B |  CE6810-24S2Q-LI-B |  CE6850U-48S6Q-HI-B |  CE6810-48S4Q-LI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | N/A | 18 inches | 18 inches | 12 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | N/A | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Lite | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Lite |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CE6850-48S4Q-EI | CE6851-48S6Q-HI-B | CE6810-24S2Q-LI-B | CE6850U-48S6Q-HI-B | CE6810-48S4Q-LI |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 4 GB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 fixed Ethernet ports, 4 fixed SFP+ uplink ports | 48 SFP ports and 6 QSFP+ uplink ports | 24 SFP ports and 2 QSFP uplink ports | N/A | 48 SFP ports and 4 QSFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | 125 W | 350 W | 70 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 6850 Series CE6850-48S4Q-EI Ethernet Switch | Cisco Catalyst 6851-48S6Q-HI-B High-Performance Switch | CE6810-24S2Q-LI-B Ethernet Switch | Huawei CloudEngine 6850U-48S6Q-HI-B | CE6810-48S4Q-LI High Performance Rack-Mount Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | Combo | 24 SFP Ports | 48 SFP Ports | 48 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | N/A | 128 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 256 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 352 Gbps | N/A | 256 Gbps | 2560 Gbps | 512 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 40G | 40G | 40G |
| Weight | 13 lbs | N/A | 15 lbs | 45 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | N/A | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Strong 10G SFP+ access with reliable 40G uplinks. Stable performance across racks and easy to standardize for enterprise use.
Consistent throughput and low latency under peak traffic. It has been dependable in our production environment.
Smooth deployment with stable port behavior. Works well for virtualization and storage traffic patterns.
Reliable hardware and predictable switching performance. Good fit for data center access and aggregation layers.
Stable operations with practical management. It integrates cleanly and delivers consistent network performance.
Excellent value 10G platform with strong uptime. Performs well under sustained enterprise workloads.
The CE6850-48S4Q-EI is a high-performance, 1U rackmount Ethernet switch featuring 48 10GbE SFP+ ports and 4 40GbE QSFP+ uplink ports for data-center and campus aggregation deployments.
It provides 48 fixed 10GbE SFP+ ports for fiber connectivity plus four fixed 40GbE QSFP+ ports for high-density uplinks or stacking.
No, the EI (Empty Infrastructure) model ships without fans or power supplies; compatible modules must be ordered separately to complete the chassis.
The switch delivers up to 1.44 Tbps of switching capacity and supports forwarding rates up to 1,071 Mpps, ensuring wire-speed performance under full load.
It runs Dell Networking OS10, offering a modular Linux-based architecture with advanced Layer 2/3 features, automation, and container support.
Yes, the switch supports comprehensive Layer 3 routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, RIP, VRF-lite and static routing for scalable network segmentation.
You can manage it via CLI, web GUI, SNMP, RESTful APIs and Ansible integration, plus OpenFlow support for SDN environments.
Ideal use cases include spine/leaf data-center fabrics, campus aggregation, HPC cluster interconnects and service-provider edge routing.
With minimal modules installed, the chassis consumes under 50 W; fully populated with power supplies and fans, maximum consumption is under 360 W.
No, this model does not support PoE or PoE+; it is designed exclusively for fiber-based 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity.
The switch is a 1U form factor measuring 44.45 cm (W) x 37.7 cm (D) x 4.45 cm (H) and weighs approximately 5.2 kg (empty chassis).
Operating temperature ranges from 0 to 45 °C, storage temperature from –40 to 70 °C, with 5%–90% non-condensing relative humidity.
Compatible modules include Dell C6100 series AC/DC power supplies and C6000 fan trays; refer to Dell’s ordering guide for exact part numbers.
Yes, the switch offers full IPv6 feature support, including Neighbor Discovery, static routes, OSPFv3 and BGP4+.
Dell provides a one-year hardware warranty with next-business-day onsite support; extended support and ProSupport options are also available.
Contact your Dell sales representative or authorized partner, specify the EI chassis SKU plus desired power and fan modules, and request pre-configuration services if needed.
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