6N8X5 - Dell EMC S6010-ON 32-Port QSFP+ 40GbE Layer 3 Switch

Dell EMC Networking S6010-ON: 1U, 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ open networking switch with 2.56Tbps switching capacity for data center ToR deployments.

The Dell EMC Networking S6010-ON (Dell part number 6N8X5 / 06N8X5) is a high-density, 1U top-of-rack (ToR) open networking switch built for modern data center environments. It provides 32 line-rate 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports, which can alternatively be configured as 96 ports of 10GbE plus 8 ports of 40GbE using breakout cabling. Marketed as an industry-first disaggregated hardware and software networking solution, it allows organizations to select their preferred network operating system to run modern workloads. The switch delivers non-blocking, cut-through switching with a 2.56 Tbps switching fabric capacity and sub-600 nanosecond latency, supporting Layer 2 and Layer 3 Ethernet switching, VXLAN gateway functionality, VLT/MVLT multi-chassis link aggregation, and IPv4/IPv6 routing including OSPF and BGP. It features redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fan modules, tool-less ReadyRails mounting, and operation up to 45°C, making it suitable for enterprise and hyperscale data center core and ToR deployments.

• Manufacturer: Dell EMC
• Product Family: Dell Networking S-Series
• Model: S6010-ON
• Manufacturer Part Number: 6N8X5 (06N8X5)
• Product Type: Open Networking Layer 2/3 Managed Switch
• Ports: 32x 40GbE QSFP+ (configurable as 96x 10GbE + 8x 40GbE)
• Management Ports: 1x RJ45 console/management (RS232), 1x USB 2.0 Type A, 1x USB 2.0 Type B console
• Switching Capacity: 2.56 Tbps (full-duplex)
• Forwarding Rate: 1462 Mpps
• Latency: Sub-600 nanoseconds under full load
• MAC Address Table: 160K entries
• Routing Table: ARP table 128K, IPv4 routes 128K, IPv6 hosts 24K, IPv6 routes 8K
• Link Aggregation: 16 links per group, 128 groups per stack
• VLAN Support: 4K Layer 2 VLANs
• Operating System: Dell EMC OS9 / Dell EMC Real-Time Operating System
• Power Supply: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, redundant hot-swappable AC PSUs
• Max Power Consumption: 411 Watts
• Typical Power Consumption: 274 Watts
• PoE: Not supported
• Cooling: Redundant hot-swappable fans, I/O-to-PSU or PSU-to-I/O airflow
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing
• Dimensions: 1.71 x 17.08 x 18.11 inches (1 RU)
• Weight: 16.12 lbs (7.32 kg)
• Certifications: UL/CSA 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60825-1/2, FDA 21 CFR 1040.10/1040.11

• 32 line-rate 40GbE QSFP+ ports, expandable to 96x 10GbE plus 8x 40GbE via breakout cabling
• Non-blocking, cut-through switching fabric with 2.56 Tbps I/O bandwidth
• Sub-600 nanosecond latency for high-performance data center workloads
• Disaggregated hardware/software model supporting open networking OS choice
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with full IPv4 VRF and IPv6 feature support
• OSPF and BGP routing protocol support for scalable network design
• VLT and Multiple VLT (MVLT) multi-chassis link aggregation for L2 multipath
• VXLAN gateway functionality bridging virtualized and non-virtualized networks
• Redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fan modules for high availability
• Tool-less ReadyRails mounting kits for fast rack installation
• Power-efficient operation up to 45°C reducing data center cooling costs
• Fastboot feature for minimal-loss software upgrades on standalone switches
• RoCE support enabling converged compute and storage on Active Fabric

Designed for high-density 40GbE top-of-rack and data center core networking deployments.

• Top-of-rack (ToR) switching in enterprise and hyperscale data centers
• Data center core aggregation for 10GbE and 40GbE server connectivity
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters requiring low-latency switching
• Storage networking environments leveraging RoCE for converged fabrics
• Software-defined data center deployments using open networking operating systems
• Virtualized data center environments requiring VXLAN gateway bridging
• Enterprise networks migrating from 10GbE to 40Gbps backbone infrastructure

• High port density conserves valuable rack space
• Low latency improves application response times
• Redundant power and cooling boost network uptime
• Open networking OS flexibility avoids vendor lock-in
• Energy-efficient design lowers cooling costs
• Scalable L2/L3 features support network growth

• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Dimensions: 1.71 x 17.08 x 18.11 inches
• Weight: 16.12 lbs (7.32 kg)
• Airflow Options: I/O panel to PSU or PSU to I/O panel airflow configurations

Per available documentation, this product is validated for use with the following Dell EMC networking accessories:

• 40GbE QSFP+ LM4 Duplex transceivers (150m MMF / 1km SMF reach)
• 40GbE QSFP+ SM4 Duplex transceivers (220m MMF reach)
• 40GbE QSFP+ to 1GbE/10GbE SFP/SFP+ adapter (QSA)
• MTP to MTP OM3/OM4 fiber cables (various lengths)
• 10GbE SFP+ to SFP+ Active Optical Cables (up to 15m reach)
• 40GbE QSFP+ to QSFP+ Active Optical Cables (10m and 40m reach)
• 40GbE QSFP+ MTP to 4x10GbE SFP+ Active Optical Breakout Cables
• 40GbE QSFP+ to 4x10GbE SFP+ Passive Copper Breakout Cables
• Dell EMC OS9 network operating system
• Dell ReadyRails tool-less rack mounting kits

Note: Compatibility is based on the official Dell EMC S6010-ON spec sheet; verify specific transceiver and cable part numbers against current Dell documentation, as accessory availability may change over product lifecycle.

• Dell EMC Networking S6010-ON switch unit
• Redundant hot-swappable AC power supply units
• Hot-swappable fan modules
• ReadyRails tool-less rack mounting kit

Q: What does the Dell part number 6N8X5 correspond to?

A: 6N8X5 (also listed as 06N8X5) is the Dell manufacturer part number for the Dell EMC Networking S6010-ON, a 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ Layer 2/3 open networking switch, as confirmed by Dell distributor listings and the official Dell spec sheet.

Q: How many ports does the S6010-ON switch have?

A: The switch provides 32 line-rate 40GbE QSFP+ ports, which can also be configured as 96 ports of 10GbE plus 8 additional ports of 40GbE using breakout cabling.

Q: What is the switching capacity of the S6010-ON?

A: According to the official Dell spec sheet and reseller documentation, the switch offers a switching fabric capacity of 2.56 Tbps in full-duplex mode with a forwarding rate around 1462 Mpps.

Q: Does the Dell 6N8X5 switch support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?

A: No, third-party documentation confirms the switch is not PoE enabled, as it is designed for high-speed data center switching rather than powering endpoint devices.

Q: What operating system does the S6010-ON run?

A: The switch runs Dell EMC's Real-Time Operating System, referenced in inventory output as Dell EMC OS9, and it is positioned as part of Dell's disaggregated open networking hardware/software platform.

Q: What is the maximum power consumption of this switch?

A: The official Dell spec sheet lists a maximum power consumption of 411 Watts and a typical power consumption of 274 Watts.

Q: What is the rack form factor and weight of the S6010-ON?

A: The switch is a 1U rack-mountable unit measuring 1.71 x 17.08 x 18.11 inches and weighing 16.12 lbs (7.32 kg), according to reseller-published spec sheets citing Dell documentation.

Q: Does the switch support advanced routing and multi-chassis features?

A: Yes, per the Dell spec sheet, it supports Layer 2/Layer 3 switching with IPv4 VRF and IPv6 features including OSPF and BGP, plus VLT and Multiple VLT multi-chassis link aggregation and VXLAN gateway functionality.