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DQS-5000-32Q28/AF
D-Link 32 100G QSFP28 optical ports, data center switch, sup...
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DQS-5000-32Q28/AF
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- D-Link 32 100G QSFP28 optical ports, data center switch, support Leaf-Spine, Top-of-Rack (ToR) architecture, support OpenFlow, VXLAN, FCoE, DCB, support DLINK OS and third-party OS. Dual AC power supply modules, front and rear ventilation.
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DQS-5000-32Q28/AF Overview
DQS-5000-32Q28/AF is engineered with a resilient, modular architecture that seamlessly accommodates both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations. Designed for modern networks, it offers a balanced mix of 32 Ethernet ports with versatile connectivity options, including high-bandwidth uplink capabilities and robust stacking features that simplify network management.
DQS-5000-32Q28/AF delivers advanced scalability and performance with redundant AC power supply options ensuring continuous operation even in critical environments. Ideal for enterprise data centers and service provider applications, this managed switch meets the demands of high-density, mission-critical networks with low-latency switching and comprehensive connectivity support.
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DQS-5000-32Q28/AF Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 32 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- DQS-5000-32Q28/AF
- Uplink Configuration
- 40G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- Combo
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- N/A
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- DQS-5000 Series Managed Network Switch – 32Q28/AF
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
DQS-5000-32Q28/AF Use Case
High-Throughput Leaf-Spine Fabric for Global Cloud Service
In a global cloud provider’s spine layer, the DQS-5000-32Q28/AF-D-Link 32×100G QSFP28 switch delivers sub-microsecond latency and up to 3.2 Tbps switching capacity across VXLAN overlays and OpenFlow-driven path control. Dual AC power supplies and front/rear ventilation ensure uninterrupted 24×7 operation. Benefit: Achieves predictable east-west traffic performance, seamless scale-out and iron-clad availability for mission-critical cloud workloads.
Converged Enterprise ToR for Hyper-Converged Infrastructure
A leading financial institution deploys the DQS-5000-32Q28/AF-D-Link as a Top-of-Rack switch to unify 100 GbE server clusters and FCoE storage arrays. With DCB zoning, VXLAN segmentation and support for DLINK OS or third-party OS, the solution simplifies cabling, boosts throughput and enforces QoS. Benefit: Reduces CAPEX by 30%, accelerates SAN/NAS traffic, and fortifies low-latency trading applications with deterministic performance.
Multi-Vendor SDN Edge with Dynamic Traffic Steering
A large service provider integrates the DQS-5000-32Q28/AF-D-Link in its regional POPs to enable OpenFlow-based traffic engineering across multi-vendor spine switches. VXLAN and BGP EVPN overlays isolate tenant networks, while dual AC modules and reversible airflow guarantee high resiliency in harsh telecom environments. Benefit: Delivers policy-driven automation, on-demand bandwidth allocation and 99.999% uptime to meet stringent SLAs.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table
 DQS-5000-32Q28/AF |  DQS-5000-32S/AF | |
|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 14 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DQS-5000-32Q28/AF | DQS-5000-32S/AF |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Fiber |
| Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 32 Ports | 32 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | N/A |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 150 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply |
| Product Name | DQS-5000 Series Managed Network Switch – 32Q28/AF | DQS-5000-32S/AF Advanced Fiber Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | Combo | 24 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | N/A | 320 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | 640 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 10G |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
F
Furqan Ali
4
Stable performance with QSFP28 ports. Meets our scalability needs.
M
Martin Hughes
5
Consistent throughput and solid build quality.
S
Shan Ahmed
3
Handles heavy traffic without packet drops.
D
Douglas Reed
4
Well suited for spine layer deployments.
Questions & Answers
What is the DQS-5000-32Q28/AF switch?
The DQS-5000-32Q28/AF is a D-Link data center switch featuring 32 QSFP28 ports at 100 Gbps, designed for high-density, low-latency network environments.
Which deployment architectures does the DQS-5000-32Q28/AF support?
It supports Leaf-Spine and Top-of-Rack (ToR) architectures to optimize east-west traffic in modern data centers.
What network protocols are supported by the DQS-5000-32Q28/AF?
It supports OpenFlow, VXLAN, FCoE and Data Center Bridging (DCB) to enable programmable, virtualized and lossless data center fabrics.
Which operating systems are compatible with the DQS-5000-32Q28/AF?
It runs D-Link OS out of the box and is certified interoperable with third-party network operating systems for maximum flexibility.