XRW28 - Dell PowerConnect N4032F 24-Port 10GbE SFP+ L3 Switch

Dell Networking N4032F stackable Layer 3 managed switch offering 24x 10GbE SFP+ ports, 640Gbps switching fabric, and dual redundant PSUs for data center core deployment.

The XRW28 is the Dell manufacturer part number for the Dell PowerConnect/Networking N4032F, a 1U rack-mountable, stackable Layer 2/Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch. It provides 24 fixed 10GbE SFP+ auto-sensing ports plus a hot-swappable expansion module bay supporting additional SFP+, 10GBase-T, or 40GbE QSFP+ modules. Built on a non-blocking 640Gbps switching fabric with a 476Mpps forwarding rate, the N4032F is designed for enterprise LAN core/distribution layers, data center top-of-rack aggregation, and campus network backbones. It supports advanced IPv4/IPv6 routing, VLANs, MLAG, and high-availability stacking of up to 12 units, managed via CLI, web GUI, or SNMP.

• Manufacturer: Dell
• Product Family: Dell Networking / PowerConnect N-Series
• Product Series: N4000 Series
• Model: N4032F (also identifies as PowerConnect 8132F)
• Product Type: Stackable Layer 2/Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch
• Ports: 24x 10GbE SFP+ auto-sensing (10Gb/1Gb) fixed ports
• Expansion Bay: 1x hot-swap expansion module bay (SFP+, 10GBase-T, or QSFP+ options)
• Console/Management Port: RJ-45 console port with RS232 signaling; rear 10/100/1000BASE-T OOB port
• USB Port: 1x USB Type-A port for configuration via flash drive
• Switching Capacity: 640 Gbps (full duplex, non-blocking)
• Forwarding Rate: 476 Mpps
• MAC Address Table: 131,072 entries
• VLANs Supported: 4,094
• Static Routes: 1,024 (IPv4) / 1,024 (IPv6)
• Dynamic Routes: 8,160 (IPv4) / 4,096 (IPv6)
• Link Aggregation: 128 LAG groups, 8 member ports per LAG
• Flash Memory: 256 MB
• CPU Memory: 2 GB
• Packet Buffer Memory: 9 MB
• Power Supply: Dual hot-swappable redundant 460W PSUs (Delta DPS-460KB / Dell 0XN7P4)
• Power Consumption (Max): 176 Watts
• Power Efficiency: 80% or better in all operating modes (80 PLUS certified)
• Operating System: Dell Networking Operating System (DNOS) 6.x
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
• Warranty: Lifetime Limited Hardware Warranty (Basic Hardware Service)

• 24x 10GbE SFP+ auto-sensing fixed ports for high-density fiber/copper uplinks
• Non-blocking 640Gbps switching fabric with 476Mpps forwarding rate
• Stacking support for up to 12 switches managed from a single IP
• Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MLAG) for loop-free high availability
• Advanced IPv4 and IPv6 Layer 3 routing with policy-based routing
• Hot-swappable expansion module bay supporting 40GbE QSFP+ or additional 10GbE
• Dual redundant, hot-swappable 460W power supplies for high availability
• Converged network support with DCB, Priority Flow Control, and iSCSI TLV
• Management via CLI, embedded web GUI, SNMP, Telnet, or serial console
• 802.1X port authentication with RADIUS/TACACS+ AAA support
• Interoperates with Cisco RPVST+ and CDP for multi-vendor networks
• USB auto-configuration for rapid mirrored deployment across multiple switches

The Dell N4032F (XRW28) is engineered for high-density 10GbE switching in enterprise and data center network infrastructures.

• Enterprise LAN core, distribution, and access layer aggregation
• Data center top-of-rack (ToR) or end-of-row 10GbE switching
• Hyperconverged infrastructure and server cluster east-west traffic
• SAN and iSCSI storage fabric uplinks for Dell EqualLogic arrays
• Campus network backbone requiring 10/40GbE wire-speed uplinks
• High-availability stacked switch deployments in wiring closets/MDFs
• Replacement or expansion of legacy PowerConnect 8100 series infrastructure

• High-density 24-port 10GbE SFP+ connectivity
• Non-blocking wire-speed L2/L3 switching performance
• Dual power supplies ensure continuous uptime
• Flexible stacking scales up to 672 10GbE ports
• Lifetime hardware warranty reduces total cost
• Multi-vendor interoperability via open standards

• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.71 in x 17.08 in x 18.11 in (43.43 mm x 433.83 mm x 459.99 mm)
• Weight: Approx. 21.14 lbs / 9.59 kg
• Rack Mounting: ReadyRails tool-less rack mounting system

Per available documentation, the Dell N4032F (XRW28) is validated for stacking and interoperability with:

• Dell Networking N4032 (10GBase-T variant)
• Dell Networking N4064 and N4064F (mixed stacking supported)
• Dell PowerConnect 8100 Series (8132/8132F) via DNOS 6.x firmware
• Dell EqualLogic iSCSI storage arrays (plug-and-play iSCSI setup)
• Dell PowerEdge rack and tower servers for LAN/SAN uplinks
• 4-port 10GbE SFP+ hot-swap module (Dell P/N PHP6J)
• 4-port 10GBase-T RJ45 hot-swap module (Dell P/N HPP69)
• 2-port 40GbE QSFP+ hot-swap module (Dell P/N 5KFVW)
• Genuine Dell-branded SFP+/GBIC transceivers

Note: Dell community documentation notes that non-Dell-branded SFP/SFP+ transceivers may report as unqualified on certain firmware versions; genuine Dell optics are recommended for guaranteed link stability.

• Dell PowerConnect/Networking N4032F switch unit
• RJ-45 to female DB-9 console cable
• ReadyRails mounting bracket kit
• Power cord(s) (region-specific)

Q: What product does Dell MPN XRW28 correspond to?

A: XRW28 is the Dell manufacturer part number for the Dell PowerConnect/Networking N4032F, a 24-port 10GbE SFP+ stackable Layer 3 managed switch, as confirmed by multiple Dell hardware resellers.

Q: How many ports does the XRW28 (N4032F) have?

A: It has 24 fixed 10GbE SFP+ auto-sensing (10Gb/1Gb) ports plus one hot-swap expansion module bay for additional SFP+, 10GBase-T, or 40GbE QSFP+ ports.

Q: What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the N4032F?

A: The switch provides a non-blocking 640Gbps switching fabric capacity with a forwarding rate of up to 476Mpps.

Q: Does the N4032F support stacking with other Dell switches?

A: Yes. Dell N4032, N4032F, N4064, and N4064F series switches can be mixed in any combination within a stack, supporting up to 12 units and 672 10GbE ports managed from a single IP.

Q: What power supplies does the N4032F use?

A: It uses dual hot-swappable, redundant 460W power supplies (Delta DPS-460KB, Dell part XN7P4) rated at 80% or better efficiency in all operating modes.

Q: Is the Dell N4032F still available for new purchase?

A: No. According to a Dell Community discussion, the N-Series N4000 lineup, which includes the N4032F, has been listed as End-of-Sale since April 2019, though it remains supported through third-party maintenance providers.

Q: What operating system does the N4032F run?

A: The N4032F runs Dell Networking Operating System (DNOS) version 6.x, which provides a unified CLI and web GUI management experience across the N-Series product line.

Q: Can third-party SFP+ transceivers be used with the N4032F?

A: Dell Community reports indicate that non-Dell-branded SFP/SFP+ modules may fail to link on certain firmware versions, so genuine Dell-qualified optics are recommended for reliable operation.