Is the ICX6430-48 switch stackable?

Yes. The ICX6430-48 supports non-blocking stacking of up to 12 units using standard SFP+ ports and free stacking software.

What are the performance specifications of the ICX6430-48?

It delivers 176 Gbps switching capacity with up to 130 Mpps forwarding rate, ensuring wire-speed forwarding on all ports.

Which management interfaces does the ICX6430-48 offer?

Management is via a web GUI, CLI (SSH/telnet), SNMP v1/2/3, RSPAN, and sFlow for comprehensive visibility and control.

Does the ICX6430-48 support Layer 3 routing protocols?

Yes. It supports static routing, RIP v1/v2, OSPF, VRRP, and PIM-SM to enable scalable inter-VLAN routing.

What are the physical and environmental specifications of the ICX6430-48?

The switch occupies 1 RU, consumes 40 W idle (max 70 W), and operates from 0 °C to 45 °C with front-to-back airflow.

Is the ICX6430-48 suitable for campus or data center use?

Designed for campus access and aggregation, it can also serve as a top-of-rack switch in small data centers.

What Quality of Service (QoS) features does the ICX6430-48 support?

It offers 8 hardware queues per port, traffic shaping, policing, DSCP/TOS remarking, and 802.1p priority for voice and video.

Does the ICX6430-48 support VLANs and spanning tree protocols?

Yes. It supports up to 4,094 VLANs, 802.1Q tagging, 802.1ad Q-in-Q, MSTP, RSTP, and BPDU guard for loop prevention.

How can I configure redundancy and high availability on the ICX6430-48?

Use stacking for switch-level redundancy and VRRP for gateway failover to minimize downtime.

What operating system runs on the ICX6430-48?

It runs Ruckus FastIron® network OS with a full feature set for Layer 2/3 switching, security, and automation.

What warranty and support options are available?

The ICX6430-48 includes a limited lifetime warranty with next-business-day hardware replacement and optional software support contracts.

Can the ICX6430-48 integrate with Ruckus SmartZone or third-party controllers?

Yes. It integrates natively with Ruckus SmartZone, SmartCell Gateway, and supports standard SNMP and REST APIs for third-party tools.

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ICX6430-48 Overview

ICX6430-48 is a high-performance, rack-mount Layer 2/Layer 3 switch built on a robust modular architecture designed for streamlined network consolidation. It delivers flexible power options with an AC power supply (with support for redundant power configurations), offers 48 downlink ports with 10/100/1000 technology, and features 4 SFP uplink ports to efficiently serve both copper and fiber connectivity requirements.

The switch supports stacking to enhance scalability and enables network growth without disrupting performance. Optimized for high-density deployments, the ICX6430-48 is ideal for enterprise campus networks, branch office interconnectivity, and high-demand data centers requiring reliable, managed switching with advanced routing capabilities.

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ICX6430-48 Specifications

Product Type: Switch
Power Source: AC Power Supply
Layer Supported: Layer 2 / Layer 3
Form Factor: Rack-mount
Power Consumption: 150 W
Number of Ethernet Ports: 24–48 Ports
Number of Downlink Ports: 48 Ports
Manageable: Managed
Ethernet Technology: 10/100/1000
Media Type Supported: Twisted Pair
Redundant Power Supply Supported: Yes
Manufacturer Part Number: ICX6430-48
Uplink Configuration: 1G
IOS: IP Services
POE Support: Non POE
SFP Ports: 4 SFP Ports
Memory: 256 MB
Rack Units: 1 RU
Interface Ports: 10/100/1000
Port/Expansion Slot Details: 48 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports, 4 x SFP uplink ports
Flash Memory: 64 MB
Switching Capacity: 104 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking: 208 Gbps
Product Name: ICX6430-48 Layer 2/3 Rack-Mount Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Height: 1.75 inches
Width: 17.5 inches
Depth: 15 inches
Weight: 22 lbs

Quality Certifications

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Product Comparison Table

	ICX6430-48	ICX6430-24	ICX6450-48P-A	ICX6430-48P	ICX7450-24P
Depth	15 inches	14 inches	17 inches	15 inches	18 inches
Ethernet Technology	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000
Flash Memory	64 MB	256 MB	64 MB	64 MB	64 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	IP Services	IP Services	LAN Base	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 / Layer 3
Manageable	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed
Manufacturer Part Number	ICX6430-48	ICX6430-24	ICX6450-48P-A	ICX6430-48P	ICX7450-24P
Media Type Supported	Twisted Pair	Combo	Twisted Pair	Combo	Twisted Pair
Memory	256 MB	512 MB	256 MB	256 MB	256 MB
Number of Downlink Ports	48 Ports	24 Ports	48 Ports	48 Ports	24 Ports
Number of Ethernet Ports	24–48 Ports	12–24 Ports	24–48 Ports	24–48 Ports	12–24 Ports
POE Support	Non POE	Non POE	POE+	POE+	POE+
Port/Expansion Slot Details	48 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports, 4 x SFP uplink ports	24x10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink slots	48 PoE ports and 4 SFP uplink ports	48 PoE ports and 4 SFP uplink ports	24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports
Power Consumption	150 W	75 W	N/A	N/A	150 W
Power Source	AC Power Supply	Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply / Redundant Power Supply	Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply	Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
Product Name	ICX6430-48 Layer 2/3 Rack-Mount Gigabit Ethernet Switch	ICX 6430-24 Stackable Gigabit Switch	ICX6450-48P-A PoE+ Switch	ICX6430-48P PoE Stackable Gigabit Switch	Extreme Networks ICX7450-24P
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	No	Yes	Yes
SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports
Switching Capacity	104 Gbps	128 Gbps	112 Gbps	176 Gbps	128 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking	208 Gbps	256 Gbps	224 Gbps	352 Gbps	256 Gbps
Uplink Configuration	1G	1G	1G	10G	10G
Weight	22 lbs	18 lbs	15 lbs	20 lbs	15 lbs
Width	17.5 inches	17 inches	17.5 inches	19 inches	19 inches

Reviews & Ratings

Harvey Kingston

ICX6430-48 offers reliable 1Gb switching for access layer deployments.

Isabelle Carter

Stable performance and simple configuration for SMB environments.

Jonas Bradley

Consistent Gigabit throughput across all ports.

Sophia Wainwright

Solid switch for expanding wired networks.

Marcus Doyle

Professional-grade access switch with dependable reliability.

Questions & Answers

What is the Ruckus ICX6430-48 switch?

The ICX6430-48 is a stackable, managed Layer 3 Ethernet switch featuring 48 1 Gbps ports and high-performance uplinks, designed for campus and branch deployments.

How many ports and what speeds does the ICX6430-48 support?

It provides 48 RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports and 4 SFP+ slots for 10 Gbps fiber or direct-attach uplinks.

Does the ICX6430-48 support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?

No. The standard ICX6430-48 model does not include PoE; PoE functionality is available on the ICX6430-48P variant.

What uplink options are available on the ICX6430-48?

It features 4 SFP+ bays compatible with 10 Gbps fiber transceivers or DAC cables, enabling high-speed aggregation.

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ICX6430-48 Overview

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ICX6430-48 Specifications

Product Type

Switch

Power Source

AC Power Supply

Layer Supported

Layer 2 / Layer 3

Form Factor

Rack-mount

Power Consumption

150 W

Number of Ethernet Ports

24–48 Ports

Number of Downlink Ports

48 Ports

Manageable

Managed

Ethernet Technology

10/100/1000

Media Type Supported

Twisted Pair

Redundant Power Supply Supported

Yes

Manufacturer Part Number

ICX6430-48

Uplink Configuration

IOS

IP Services

POE Support

Non POE

SFP Ports

4 SFP Ports

Memory

256 MB

Rack Units

1 RU

Interface Ports

10/100/1000

Port/Expansion Slot Details

48 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports, 4 x SFP uplink ports

Flash Memory

64 MB

Switching Capacity

104 Gbps

Switching Capacity with Stacking

208 Gbps

Product Name

ICX6430-48 Layer 2/3 Rack-Mount Gigabit Ethernet Switch

Height

1.75 inches

Width

17.5 inches

Depth

15 inches

Weight

22 lbs

Product Comparison Table

	ICX6430-48	ICX6430-24	ICX6450-48P-A	ICX6430-48P	ICX7450-24P
Depth	15 inches	14 inches	17 inches	15 inches	18 inches
Ethernet Technology	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000
Flash Memory	64 MB	256 MB	64 MB	64 MB	64 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	IP Services	IP Services	LAN Base	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 / Layer 3
Manageable	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed
Manufacturer Part Number	ICX6430-48	ICX6430-24	ICX6450-48P-A	ICX6430-48P	ICX7450-24P
Media Type Supported	Twisted Pair	Combo	Twisted Pair	Combo	Twisted Pair
Memory	256 MB	512 MB	256 MB	256 MB	256 MB
Number of Downlink Ports	48 Ports	24 Ports	48 Ports	48 Ports	24 Ports
Number of Ethernet Ports	24–48 Ports	12–24 Ports	24–48 Ports	24–48 Ports	12–24 Ports
POE Support	Non POE	Non POE	POE+	POE+	POE+
Port/Expansion Slot Details	48 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports, 4 x SFP uplink ports	24x10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink slots	48 PoE ports and 4 SFP uplink ports	48 PoE ports and 4 SFP uplink ports	24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports
Power Consumption	150 W	75 W	N/A	N/A	150 W
Power Source	AC Power Supply	Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply / Redundant Power Supply	Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply	Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
Product Name	ICX6430-48 Layer 2/3 Rack-Mount Gigabit Ethernet Switch	ICX 6430-24 Stackable Gigabit Switch	ICX6450-48P-A PoE+ Switch	ICX6430-48P PoE Stackable Gigabit Switch	Extreme Networks ICX7450-24P
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	No	Yes	Yes
SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports
Switching Capacity	104 Gbps	128 Gbps	112 Gbps	176 Gbps	128 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking	208 Gbps	256 Gbps	224 Gbps	352 Gbps	256 Gbps
Uplink Configuration	1G	1G	1G	10G	10G
Weight	22 lbs	18 lbs	15 lbs	20 lbs	15 lbs
Width	17.5 inches	17 inches	17.5 inches	19 inches	19 inches

Questions & Answers

What is the Ruckus ICX6430-48 switch?

The ICX6430-48 is a stackable, managed Layer 3 Ethernet switch featuring 48 1 Gbps ports and high-performance uplinks, designed for campus and branch deployments.

How many ports and what speeds does the ICX6430-48 support?

It provides 48 RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps ports and 4 SFP+ slots for 10 Gbps fiber or direct-attach uplinks.

Does the ICX6430-48 support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?

No. The standard ICX6430-48 model does not include PoE; PoE functionality is available on the ICX6430-48P variant.

What uplink options are available on the ICX6430-48?

It features 4 SFP+ bays compatible with 10 Gbps fiber transceivers or DAC cables, enabling high-speed aggregation.