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What is the Dell Networking N2000 Series switch?
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The Dell Networking N2000 Series is a family of fixed-configuration 1U Gigabit Ethernet switches designed for access and aggregation in campus and branch networks.
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What port configurations are available in the Dell Networking N2000 Series?
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Dell N2000 switches are offered in 24- and 48-port Gigabit Ethernet models, with optional PoE/PoE+ support and modular SFP uplink slots.
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Does the Dell Networking N2000 support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
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Yes, select N2000 models deliver PoE/PoE+ on all Gigabit ports, supplying up to 30W per port for IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
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What is the switching capacity and performance of the N2000 Series?
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The N2000 Series offers up to 96 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of up to 71.4 million packets per second (Mpps).
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Are Layer 3 routing features available on Dell Networking N2000 switches?
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Yes, static routing is included by default; dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, RIP) and VRF-Lite are available via an optional Layer 3 license.
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Can Dell Networking N2000 switches be stacked for scalability?
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Absolutely. Using optional stacking modules, you can stack up to eight N2000 switches into a single logical unit for simplified management and redundancy.
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How can I manage the Dell Networking N2000 Series?
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Management options include a web-based GUI, CLI via console or SSH, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, and integration with Dell OpenManage Network Manager.
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Do Dell Networking N2000 switches support redundant power supplies?
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Select N2000 models offer dual hot-swappable power supply units to ensure uninterrupted operation and power redundancy.
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What are the cooling and form-factor specifications of the N2000 Series?
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Each N2000 switch ships in a 1U rack-mount chassis with front-to-back airflow and variable-speed fans for efficient cooling and low acoustic noise.
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Which transceivers are compatible with Dell Networking N2000 switches?
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N2000 switches support Dell-certified SFP and SFP+ transceivers for 1 GbE and 10 GbE fiber or copper connectivity.
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What warranty and support options are available for Dell Networking N2000?
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Dell offers a 1-year hardware warranty with optional ProSupport for next-business-day on-site service and 24/7 phone support.
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Are software feature licenses required for advanced functions on the N2000 Series?
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Base firmware includes full Layer 2 features; optional licenses unlock advanced Layer 3 routing, security and monitoring capabilities.
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What security features are included in the Dell Networking N2000?
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The N2000 Series supports access control lists (ACLs), 802.1X authentication, RADIUS/TACACS+ integration, DHCP snooping and storm control.
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How energy efficient are Dell Networking N2000 switches?
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Designed with Energy Efficient Ethernet, low-power ASICs and variable-speed fans, N2000 switches minimize power consumption and heat output.
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How do I configure VLANs on a Dell Networking N2000 switch?
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You can configure VLANs through the web GUI or CLI using the ‘vlan <vlan-id>’ command and then assigning access or trunk membership to ports.
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What monitoring and diagnostic tools are available on the N2000 Series?
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N2000 switches include port mirroring, RMON, syslog, sFlow, LLDP and can be monitored via Dell OpenManage Network Manager or third-party NMS.
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How can I migrate from legacy switches to Dell Networking N2000?
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Migration is seamless: use existing Ethernet cabling, import VLAN and ACL configurations via CLI scripts, and follow Dell’s migration guide for best practices.
