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What are the key features of the Dell Networking N1500 Switch series?
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The Dell Networking N1500 series offers Layer 2 switching, static Layer 3 routing, PoE/PoE+ on selected models, 10GbE uplinks, web-based and CLI management, and enterprise-grade security features.
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What port configurations are available for Dell N1500 switches?
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Dell N1500 switches come in 12, 24, and 48 Gigabit RJ45 port configurations with optional 10Gb SFP+ or 25Gb SFP28 uplink modules for high-speed connectivity.
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Does the Dell N1500 series support PoE and PoE+?
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Yes, selected Dell N1500 models support IEEE 802.3af PoE up to 15.4W per port and IEEE 802.3at PoE+ up to 30W per port with a total PoE budget up to 370W.
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What is the switching capacity and throughput of the N1500 series?
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The Dell N1500 delivers up to 176 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of up to 130 Mpps, ensuring high-performance data forwarding.
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How can I manage Dell Networking N1500 switches?
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You can manage Dell N1500 switches via the intuitive web GUI, command-line interface (CLI) over SSH, SNMP v3, or Dell EMC OpenManage Network Manager for centralized control.
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What security features are included in the Dell N1500 series?
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Security features include access control lists (ACLs), 802.1X port authentication, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, and dynamic ARP inspection to protect network integrity.
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Can Dell N1500 switches perform Layer 3 routing?
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Yes, Dell N1500 switches support static IP routing, policy-based routing, and management routing for basic Layer 3 network segmentation.
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Do the Dell N1500 switches support stacking?
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Yes, up to four N1500 switches can be stacked using dedicated stacking ports, presenting a single management IP and unified configuration.
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What are the ideal use cases for Dell Networking N1500 switches?
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The N1500 series is ideal for SMBs and branch offices requiring secure edge switching, PoE for IP phones and cameras, simple management, and basic routing.
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What warranty and support options are available for the N1500 series?
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Dell Networking N1500 switches include a lifetime limited hardware warranty, advanced replacement service, and optional ProSupport for 24×7 technical assistance.
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Are Dell N1500 switches energy efficient?
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Yes, the N1500 series incorporates Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az), PoE scheduling, and variable-speed fans to optimize power consumption.
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How do I deploy and configure a Dell N1500 switch?
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Deployment is streamlined with the SmartStart wizard, web GUI or CLI, and zero-touch provisioning for rapid out-of-the-box configuration.
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How can I update the firmware on a Dell N1500 switch?
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Firmware updates can be applied through the web GUI, CLI, or automated via Dell EMC OpenManage Network Manager using image repositories.
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Does the Dell N1500 series support IPv6?
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Yes, Dell N1500 switches provide full IPv6 host and management support plus static IPv6 routing for modern network environments.
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What Quality of Service (QoS) features are available on N1500 switches?
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The N1500 series offers eight-level port-based QoS, DSCP and CoS remarking, traffic shaping, and priority queuing for optimized application performance.
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How do Dell N1500 switches integrate with Dell PowerEdge servers?
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Dell N1500 switches integrate seamlessly via Dell EMC OpenManage and iDRAC for unified management, monitoring, and automation of server-to-switch infrastructure.
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How does the N1500 series compare to other Dell Networking switch lines?
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Compared to the N2000 and N3000 families, the N1500 offers cost-effective edge deployment with basic Layer 3, PoE options, and simplified management for SMBs.
