Dell PowerConnect 54 Series, User Manual

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Introduction
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Introduction
NOTICE:
Before proceeding, read the release notes for this product. The release notes can be downloaded
from support.dell.com.
This User Guide contains the information needed for installing, configuring and maintaining the
PowerConnect device.
PowerConnect 54xx Series Systems
The PowerConnect 54xx series systems have two versions: 5424 has 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, and
5448 has 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports. There are also four SFP fiber ports that are designated as combo
port alternatives to the last four Ethernet ports. The combo ports are single ports with two physical
connections. When one is connected the other is disabled.
The following figures illustrate the PowerConnect 54xx series systems front and back panels.
Figure 1-1. PowerConnect 5424 Front Panel
Figure 1-2. PowerConnect 5448 Front Panel
Figure 1-3. PowerConnect 5424 and 5428 Back Panel