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DES-85-24GE-TXE
D-Link 24-port gigabit electrical (RJ45), 4-port multiplexed...
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DES-85-24GE-TXE is a high-performance, stackable managed switch designed with a modern architecture that supports advanced Layer 2 functionality along with scalable stacking capabilities. It features 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports complemented by 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports, and is powered by an efficient AC power supply to ensure reliable and continuous network performance.
Optimized for demanding enterprise and campus environments, the DES-85-24GE-TXE delivers exceptional switching capacity and rapid data throughput while maintaining low power consumption. Its robust design and clearly defined port configurations make it ideally suited for expanding networks in data centers, branch offices, and industrial applications where scalability and dependable connectivity are essential.
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Scenario: A national bank deploys the DES-85-24GE-TXE-D-Link 24-port gigabit electrical (RJ45), 4-port multiplexed gigabit optical service board (SFP), enhanced board at each branch to aggregate 24 copper LAN ports with up to 4 optical uplinks over existing fiber infrastructure. Benefit: Delivers secure, low-latency 1 Gbps connectivity with centralized management, reduces rack space by 30%, and streamlines WAN provisioning across 100+ locations.
Scenario: An e-commerce data center integrates the DES-85-24GE-TXE board at every server rack to terminate 24 server NICs over RJ45 and multiplex four gigabit SFP uplinks into the core switch fabric. Benefit: Consolidates edge switching hardware by 40%, ensures resilient uplink redundancy, and sustains burst-free 1 Gbps performance under peak loads.
Scenario: A university extends its network to new academic buildings using the DES-85-24GE-TXE-D-Link enhanced board to bridge fiber backhaul with wired edge access. It leverages 24 copper ports for labs and offices plus four SFP slots for long-haul uplinks across campus. Benefit: Provides a future-proof, cost-effective 1 Gbps backbone, simplifies network segmentation, and accelerates deployment by 50%.
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 DES-85-24GE-TXE |  DES-85-MSU-VI |  DES-85-24GE-TX |  DES-85-4TE-SFP+-MPLSE |  DES-85-48GE-TX-MPLS-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 10.5 inches | 11 inches | 11 inches | 11 inches | 18 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 32 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | IP Services | LAN Lite | LAN Base | IP Services |
| 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 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DES-85-24GE-TXE | DES-85-MSU-VI | DES-85-24GE-TX | DES-85-4TE-SFP+-MPLSE | DES-85-48GE-TX-MPLS-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Combo | Twisted Pair | Combo | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 8 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | Under 12 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplink slots with stacking capability | 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 SFP slots | 24 10/100/1000 TX ports, 4 SFP ports | Fixed port configuration | 48 GE ports, 4 SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 50 W | 85W | 35 W | 55W | N/A |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | DES-85-24GE-TXE Gigabit Stackable Managed Switch | DES-85-MSU-VI High-Performance Managed Switch | DES-85-24GE-TX Ethernet Managed Switch | DES-85-4TE SFP+ Managed Ethernet Switch MPLSE | DES-85-48GE-TX-MPLS-L Network 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 | No | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 52 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 48 Gbps | 128 Gbps | N/A |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 104 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 96 Gbps | 256 Gbps | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 10G | 1G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 9.5 lbs | 10 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches |
RJ45 board delivered stable connectivity and handled daily traffic without issues.
Easy installation and consistent electrical port performance.
Good option for copper based access expansion in large chassis.
No downtime experienced so far. Performs exactly as expected.
Reliable and predictable behavior under continuous load.
The DES-85-24GE-TXE is an enhanced D-Link service board offering 24 gigabit RJ45 ports and 4 multiplexed gigabit SFP ports for high-density connectivity.
It provides 24 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45 ports and 4 shared gigabit SFP slots for flexible fiber uplinks.
Compatible transceivers include D-Link 1000Base-SX/LX SFP modules (e.g. DEM-310GT, DEM-311GT), supporting both multimode and single-mode optics.
Yes, the board supports hot-swapping, allowing installation or removal without powering down the chassis.