210-APWX - Dell EMC N3024EP-ON 24-Port PoE+ L3 Switch

Dell EMC Networking N3024EP-ON: 24-port Gigabit PoE+/PoE60W Layer 3 managed switch with 2x SFP+ 10GbE and 2x GbE combo ports, stacking support.

The Dell 210-APWX is the Dell part number for the Dell EMC Networking N3024EP-ON, a Layer 3 managed Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for office wiring closets and campus network access/distribution layers. It provides dense Power over Ethernet, mixing standard PoE+ and higher-wattage PoE 60W ports to support demanding powered devices such as wireless access points, VoIP phones, video conferencing endpoints and security cameras. The switch integrates dual 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports plus two additional GbE combo ports for copper or fiber flexibility, and offers rear stacking ports for building resilient, high-availability stacks with Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MLAG). Running Dell EMC Networking OS6, it delivers a familiar CLI/GUI experience, VRF-lite virtual routing, and interoperability with Cisco protocols (RPVST+, CDP), making it suitable for small-to-medium business networks and enterprise access layers requiring both performance and PoE power delivery in a compact 1U rack-mountable form factor.

• Manufacturer: Dell EMC
• Product Family: Dell EMC Networking / PowerSwitch
• Product Series: N3000E Series
• Model: N3024EP-ON
• Product Type: Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch
• Ports: 12x RJ45 10/100/1000Mb PoE+ (up to 30.8W) ports, 12x RJ45 10/100/1000Mb PoE 60W ports
• Uplink Interfaces: 2x SFP+ 10GbE ports, 2x GbE combo (copper/fiber) media ports
• Stacking: 2 rear dedicated stacking ports, 21Gbps stacking bandwidth (up to 84Gbps full duplex)
• Switching Fabric Capacity: 212 Gbps (full duplex, non-blocking)
• Forwarding Rate: 158 Mpps
• MAC Address Table: 32,000 entries
• Buffer Size: 4 MB
• Memory: 2 Gb
• Flash Storage: 1 Gb
• Static Routes: 1,024 IPv4 / 1,024 IPv6
• Dynamic Routes: 8,160 IPv4 / 4,096 IPv6
• Operating System: Dell EMC Networking OS6 (ONIE support on select models)
• Power Supply: 1x 715W PSU included (requires C15 plug); optional 715W/1,100W AC hot-swappable redundant PSU
• Maximum Power Consumption: 1,287 W
• Maximum Thermal Output: 4,467.1 BTU/hr
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
• Storage Temperature: -40°F to 149°F
• Operating Relative Humidity: 95%
• Weight: Approx. 6.3 kg (13.9 lbs) class, per N3024P/N3024EP-ON spec
• Form Factor: 1U Rack-mountable
• MLAG / VRF-lite: Supported for loop-free redundancy and virtual routing partitioning
• Warranty: Lifetime Limited Warranty with Basic Hardware Service (select Dell Networking products)

• 24 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports combining PoE+ and PoE 60W power delivery
• 2x integrated 10GbE SFP+ ports for high-speed uplinks
• 2x GbE combo ports offering copper or fiber connection flexibility
• Dedicated rear stacking ports supporting up to 84Gbps full-duplex stacking bandwidth
• Layer 3 routing with static and dynamic (OSPF, RIP) route support
• Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MLAG) for loop-free, spanning-tree-free redundancy
• VRF-lite support for partitioning the switch into multiple virtual routers
• Dell EMC Networking OS6 with familiar CLI and GUI management
• Interoperability with Cisco protocols (RPVST+ and CDP) in multivendor networks
• 1x hot-swap expansion module bay for optional uplink modules
• Energy Efficient Ethernet (802.3az) support for power savings
• ONIE support on select N3000E models enabling alternate network OS installation

Designed for powering and connecting network edge devices in office, campus, and small-to-medium business environments.

• Powering wireless access points via PoE+ or PoE 60W in office deployments
• Connecting VoIP handsets and unified communications endpoints
• Supporting video conferencing systems requiring PoE power
• Providing PoE for IP security cameras and surveillance infrastructure
• Serving as an access/distribution layer switch in campus networks
• Building resilient switch stacks using MLAG for high availability
• Acting as a Layer 3 edge switch for small-to-medium business network segmentation

• High-density PoE+ and PoE 60W port options
• 10GbE SFP+ uplinks for fast backbone connectivity
• Resilient stacking without spanning tree via MLAG
• Layer 3 routing for advanced network segmentation
• Familiar OS6 CLI/GUI reduces admin learning curve
• Compact 1U design for space-efficient deployment

• Form Factor: 1U Rack-mountable
• Weight: Approx. 6.3 kg (13.9 lbs), per N3024P/N3024EP-ON class
• Power Supply: 715W AC PSU (requires C15 power cord)
• Cooling: Two internal fans plus a fan in each power supply; fans are field-replaceable units (FRU)

Per available Dell EMC documentation, this product is validated for use with:

• Dell EMC Networking stacking cables (0.25m, 1m, 3m) for N3000E series stacking
• Dell EMC SFP+ to SFP+ 10GbE copper twinax direct-attach cables (0.5m-7m)
• SFP transceivers: 100BASE-FX, 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX, 1000BASE-ZX
• SFP+ transceivers: 10GbE LRM, SR, LR, ER optics
• 2-port 10 Gigabit BASE-T RJ-45 hot-swappable uplink module
• 2-port 10 Gigabit SFP+ hot-swappable uplink module
• Other N3000E series switches (N3024ET-ON, N3024EF-ON, N3048EP-ON, N3048ET-ON, N3132PX-ON) for mixed stacking
• PoE-powered devices including wireless APs, VoIP phones, IP cameras, and video conferencing units

Note: Optional redundant 715W or 1,100W AC hot-swappable power supplies are available for the N3024EP-ON; stacking compatibility is limited to other N3000E series switches within the same generation.

• Dell EMC Networking N3024EP-ON switch unit
• 1x 715W internal AC power supply (pre-installed)
• Blank module for hot-swap expansion bay (default)
• Rack mounting hardware (two-post rack mount)
• Documentation/Getting Started guide

Q: What product does Dell part number 210-APWX correspond to?

A: 210-APWX is the Dell order part number for the Dell EMC Networking N3024EP-ON, a 24-port Layer 3 managed Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ switch, as confirmed by multiple reseller listings referencing this exact MPN alongside the N3024EP-ON model.

Q: How many PoE ports does the N3024EP-ON support and at what power levels?

A: According to the official Dell EMC spec sheet, the switch provides 12x RJ45 ports with PoE+ (up to 30.8W) and 12x RJ45 ports with PoE 60W, giving mixed high-power PoE support across its 24 Gigabit ports.

Q: What uplink options are available on this switch?

A: The switch includes 2x SFP+ 10GbE dedicated ports and 2x GbE combo media ports for copper or fiber flexibility, plus a hot-swap expansion bay for optional 10GbE uplink modules.

Q: Does the N3024EP-ON support stacking?

A: Yes, it includes two rear dedicated stacking ports providing 21Gbps each, supporting up to 84Gbps full-duplex aggregate stacking bandwidth with other N3000E series switches.

Q: What operating system does this switch run?

A: The N3024EP-ON runs Dell EMC Networking OS6, which provides a common CLI and GUI across N-Series switches; select models also support ONIE for alternate network OS installation.

Q: What is the power supply configuration for this model?

A: It ships with a 1x 715W AC power supply requiring a C15 power cord, per the official Dell spec sheet, with an optional redundant 715W or 1,100W hot-swappable PSU available.

Q: Is the N3024EP-ON still available for purchase new?

A: Third-party reseller listings, including ComX Computers, indicate the product is no longer available for new purchase, though information remains published for reference, indicating an end-of-sale status; it is now typically found through refurbished/secondary market channels.

Q: What warranty applies to this Dell networking switch?

A: Per the official Dell spec sheet, select Dell Networking products including this series carry a Lifetime Limited Warranty with Basic Hardware Service, which covers repair or replacement but not troubleshooting or configuration support.