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1 'HOO_3RZHU&RQQHFW, 1)2Brief PowerConnect Key Points Gigabit Ethernet was first introduced as a technology using fiber media. Today, Copper Gigabit Ethernet is offering two critical advantages for distances of up to 100 meters: Standard Category 5 cabling can be used and the cost per port for Gigabit Ethernet has decreased dramatically The Dell PowerConnect 5012 is designed to deliver a high performance, flexible Gigabit Ethernet switching solution with comprehensive management features. The PowerConnect 5012 provides full wire-speed switching across 12 Gigabit Ethernet ports at all Ethernet packet sizes. The maximum switching capacity is 24 Gbps. The PowerConnect 5012 provides exceptional flexibility and investment protection. In addition to the 10 built-in Copper Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000BaseT), the PowerConnect 5012 includes two GBIC slots to support a variety of fiber media. The PowerConnect 5012 supports a variety of standards-based advanced switching features that allow the network administrator to optimize the traffic flow in the network. The PowerConnect 5012 can be managed via its embedded Web server or via 3 rd party management console applications utilizing open management standards like SNMP. Product Description 1 This device has not been approved by the Federal Communications Commission for use in a residential environment. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased for use in a residential environment until the approval of the FCC has been obtained. Page 1 September 2001

2 The PowerConnect 5012 is a 12 port Gigabit Ethernet switch that combines 10 Copper Gigabit Ethernet ports with two Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC) slots in a space-saving 1U form factor. PowerConnect 5012 Versus PowerConnect 3024 Table 2 compares the PowerConnect 5012 to the PowerConnect The PowerConnect 5012 is a 12-port Gigabit Ethernet switch. Its main application is traffic aggregation and data center switching. The PowerConnect 3024 is a 24-port Fast Ethernet switch with two Gigabit Ethernet uplinks. Its main application is high-performance wiring closet connectivity. Table 2 Product Comparison of the PowerConnect 5012 and the PowerConnect 3024 Features PowerConnect 5012 PowerConnect 3024 Total Switching Capacity Gigabit Ethernet Ports 24 Gbps 12.8 Gbps 12 GbE ports: 10 Copper GbE ports (10/100/1000BaseT) and 2 GBIC slots 2 GbE ports: 2 Copper GbE ports (10/100/1000BaseT) with optional Fiber GbE via GBIC Fast Ethernet Ports None 24 10/100BaseT Advanced Switching Features (e.g. VLAN, 802.1p Priority, Link Aggregation, IGMP) Yes Yes Remote Management Yes Yes Form Factor 1U, rack mountable 1U, rack mountable Target Markets/Applications The PowerConnect 5012 is targeted for customers who require highperformance Gigabit Ethernet switching. Also, the PowerConnect 5012 is ideal for customers with growing networks because of its support for both Copper and Fiber Gigabit Ethernet media. Network Aggregation Switch: The PowerConnect 5012 is the ideal aggregation switch for multiple, Gigabit Ethernet-capable workgroup switches like the PowerConnect By connecting the Gigabit Ethernet uplinks of the workgroup switches to the PowerConnect 5012, a large number of Fast Ethernet endpoints like Page 2 September 2001

3 PCs can be interconnected without a performance bottleneck in the aggregation switch. Data Center Switch: The PowerConnect 5012 can interconnect Gigabit Ethernet capable servers at full wire speed. Particularly in multi-tier architectures consisting of Web/Presentation, Application and Data tiers, high-speed network connectivity across the tiers can provide a significant performance impact. Workstation Connectivity: The PowerConnect 5012 is ideal to connect a group of Gigabit Ethernet capable workstations to the network. Many workstation applications can benefit significantly from Gigabit Ethernet solutions, e.g. by reducing file transfer times. Multi-Layer Hosting Solution: The PowerConnect 5012 can effectively provide Gigabit Layer 2 connectivity for a highperformance hosting solution that utilizes Layer 4-7 devices like the Dell PowerApp family of solutions for load balancing and caching. Features and Benefits The features and benefits of the PowerConnect 5012 are shown in Table 3. Table 3 Features, Functions and Benefits of the PowerConnect 5012 Feature Function Benefit Total Switching Capacity of 24 Gbps Built-in Copper Gigabit Ethernet Ports Optional Fiber Gigabit Ethernet Ports VLAN IEEE 802.1p Priority Link Aggregation Enables full wire-speed Gigabit switching across all ports Provide 10-times higher bandwidth than Fast Ethernet ports Accommodate various types of fiber interface modules (e.g. 1000SX, 1000LX; modules sold separately) Combines a number of ports into separated, virtual sub-networks Utilizes separate transmission queues for low and high priority traffic Groups up to eight ports together into a single, highbandwidth trunk Take full advantage of the Gigabit speed of workgroup switch uplinks and servers Helps to eliminate performance bottlenecks at critical traffic aggregation points and servers; use Gigabit Ethernet with standard Cat5 cabling Flexibility to use fiber media if large distances have to be covered by the network Allows for limitation of broadcast domains as well as improved security Ensures low-latency delivery of time critical network traffic, e.g. traffic associated with voice or video communication Increases bandwidth for critical network links (e.g. uplinks to a network backbone) and creates Page 3 September 2001

4 Feature Function Benefit IGMP Snooping Auto-Negotiation and Auto MDI/MDIX on all Copper ports Management bandwidth trunk Detects ports that are participating in IP Multicast communication, e.g. multimedia streams Automatically configures ports for speed, duplex mode, flow control and cabling used Enables remote configuration and monitoring of the switch via a Web-browser or a SNMP-based management console application 1 U Form Factor Height of switch is limited to 1U network backbone) and creates link redundancy Limit broadcast traffic to those ports that are actually participating in the communication Can reduce network set-up time Allows a network administrator to detect and remedy problems at local and remote locations Saves rack space Key Customer Benefits Cost effective deployment of Gigabit Ethernet The PowerConnect 5012 provides a cost effective way to help significantly improve network performance by utilizing Gigabit Ethernet in key traffic aggregation points and for server connectivity. Ideal solution for customers with growing networks The PowerConnect 5012 will adapt to changing network needs. The 10 built-in Copper Gigabit Ethernet ports can operate at Fast Ethernet today and at Gigabit Ethernet tomorrow when other network components (e.g. server NICs) have been upgraded to Gigabit Ethernet. When the network has to cover large distances, the PowerConnect 5012 can accommodate Fiber Gigabit Ethernet modules via its two GBIC slots. Support for standards-based advanced switching features as well as standards-based remote management The PowerConnect 5012 supports a variety of open standards to ensure flexibility in optimizing an overall network for optimal performance (e.g. IEEE 802.1p Class-of-Service or IGMP snooping), availability (link aggregation) and security (VLAN). Also, Web browser-based switch management as well as SNMP-based management support a broad variety of management needs. Page 4 September 2001

5 Service and Support Dell PowerConnect switches come with the following: Three-year limited warranty 1 (three years of standard Next Business Day unit replacement) Telephone support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year for the duration of the limited warranty 30-day Getting Started helpline for customers who purchase PowerConnect 3024 or PowerConnect 5012 DirectLine Plus network configuration support upgrades available Four-hour response 2 unit replacement upgrades available (5x10 3 and 7x24 4 options) On-site Labor Service 5 upgrades (Next Business Day 6 or Same Day 7 ) available 1 For a complete copy of our Guarantees or Limited Warranties, please write Dell, USA, L.P., One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX Available within a 125-mile radius of over 80 metropolitan areas. Customers not located within a 125-mile radius of the stocking locations are not eligible for this offering. Available in US only. 3 The replacement unit may not arrive until the following business day if dispatched after 4:00pm. Dell will dispatch a replacement unit to the customer site within 4 hours of determining the hardware problem. 4 For 7x24 service, Dell will dispatch a replacement unit within 4 hours of determining the hardware problem. 5 Service may be provided by third-party. Availability varies. Technician will be dispatched if necessary following phone-based troubleshooting. A third-party provider under contract with Dell may provide Service. 6 To receive next business day service, Dell must notify the service provider before 5pm (depending on service contract) customer time. Availability varies. 7 Available within a 125-mile radius of over 80 metropolitan areas. Customers not located within a 125-mile radius of the stocking locations are not eligible for this offering. For 7x24 or 5x10 service, Dell will dispatch a service technician within 4 hours of determining the hardware problem. For 5x10 service, the service technician may not arrive until the following business day if dispatched after 4:00 pm local time. Not available with any other Dell systems. Available in the U.S. only. Dell and PowerConnect are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell disclaims proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. Copyright 2001 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. For more information contact Dell. Dell cannot be responsible for errors in typography or photography. Page 5 September 2001