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DES-8506
D-Link DES-8506 final assembly chassis (including 1 fan tray...
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DES-8506 is a high-performance, stackable switch that integrates a robust multi-layer architecture and versatile power options with both AC power and redundant supply configurations. Its design balances a broad range of Ethernet ports with efficient stacking capabilities, ensuring enhanced scalability and fault-tolerant performance for demanding network environments.
The DES-8506 delivers industry-leading throughput and low latency, making it ideal for enterprise campus deployments and data center aggregation. With advanced stacking, comprehensive port configurations—including both fixed and stacking ports—and optimized power management, this switch is engineered to support mission-critical applications and evolving network needs.
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In this scenario, the D-Link DES-8506 final assembly chassis (including 1 fan tray, 2 power supply slots, standard configuration without power supply, 2 main control slots, 4 business slots) is deployed as a top-of-rack aggregation switch in a hyperscale data center. Equipped with dual redundant power supplies, hot-swappable fan tray and four 10G SFP+ modules, it delivers 320 Gbps throughput. Benefit: ensures modular scalability, hardware redundancy and 99.999% uptime for mission-critical workloads.
In this scenario, the D-Link DES-8506 final assembly chassis (including 1 fan tray, 2 power supply slots, standard configuration without power supply, 2 main control slots, 4 business slots) serves as the campus network core to support Wi-Fi 6 access points, IP surveillance and IoT devices. With dual main control blades and four PoE+-capable 10 GbE business modules, it centralizes power and data services. Benefit: provides high-density PoE management, seamless expansion and lowers total cost of ownership.
In this scenario, the D-Link DES-8506 final assembly chassis (including 1 fan tray, 2 power supply slots, standard configuration without power supply, 2 main control slots, 4 business slots) is deployed at the subscriber edge by a metro operator. Fitted with redundant power supply modules, dual MPLS-capable control cards and four 10 GbE business ports, it handles secure L2/L3 traffic with advanced QoS. Benefit: enables SLA-driven service delivery, granular traffic control and scalable network growth.
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| DES-8506 |  DES-85-MSU-VI |  DES-85-48GE-SFP-MPLS-L |  DES-85-2TE-SFP+ |  DES-85-48GE-TX-MPLS-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DES-8506 | DES-85-MSU-VI | DES-85-48GE-SFP-MPLS-L | DES-85-2TE-SFP+ | DES-85-48GE-TX-MPLS-L |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 8 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Under 12 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply/Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | DES-8506 Series Stacking Gigabit Ethernet Switch | DES-85-MSU-VI High-Performance Managed Switch | DES-85-48GE-SFP-MPLS-L Gigabit Ethernet Managed Switch | DES-85-2TE-SFP+ Managed Switch | 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 1G/10G | 10G | 1G |
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Sturdy chassis with excellent modular expansion support.
Installation was straightforward and build quality is solid.
Good foundation for scalable enterprise networks.
Fans and slots operate reliably.
Enterprise grade chassis design.
The D-Link DES-8506 is a modular 6-slot Ethernet switch chassis featuring 1 fan tray, 2 power supply slots, 2 main control slots, and 4 business slots for flexible network deployment.
The DES-8506 provides 6 total slots: 2 main control slots, 4 business expansion slots, plus dedicated spaces for up to 2 power supplies and 1 fan tray.
No, the standard DES-8506 package ships without power supplies; you must purchase up to two 300 W or 600 W D-Link compatible power modules separately.
The DES-8506 includes one hot-swappable fan tray with redundant fans to ensure optimal airflow and continuous operation under heavy network loads.
The chassis supports two hot-swappable main control modules for load balancing, redundancy, and uninterrupted management plane functionality.
You can install any of D-Link’s DES-85xx series business modules, including Gigabit Ethernet, 10GbE, or PoE combo cards, across the four business slots.
Yes, the DES-8506 is designed for 19-inch rack mounting and comes with adjustable mounting brackets for standard 1U or 2U installations.
The chassis measures 440 mm × 430 mm × 44 mm (W×D×H) and weighs approximately 6.5 kg without power modules or line cards.
The DES-8506 operates at 0 °C to 45 °C with 10%–90% non-condensing humidity and is rated for standard data-center use.
Yes, both the fan tray, power modules, main control cards, and business modules are fully hot-swappable for zero-downtime maintenance.
The chassis supports SNMPv1/v2c/v3, RMON, CLI via console/SSH, Web GUI, and D-View for centralized network management.
D-Link provides a lifetime warranty on the DES-8506 chassis housing and a limited lifetime warranty on fan components.
Compatible power supplies include D-Link DPS-300A (300 W) and DPS-600A (600 W), supporting AC 100–240 V input with N+1 redundancy.
Use the front-panel LCD and LEDs for real-time status, or view detailed thermal, power, and fan metrics via CLI or Web GUI.
You can buy the DES-8506 through authorized D-Link distributors, resellers, or directly via the D-Link web store.
Regularly clean fan vents, apply firmware updates, verify module seating, and use redundant power configurations to ensure continuous operation.
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