Dell Networking N20xx and N30xx Series Switch Getting Started Guide
Summary
The Dell N20xx and N30xx series are robust, stackable Layer 2-Gigabit Ethernet switches designed for scalable network infrastructure deployment. This comprehensive Getting Started Guide is essential for IT professionals configuring new networking systems. It details hardware characteristics, port capabilities (including SFP+ support), and provides step-by-step setup instructions. Users will learn how to utilize the switches as standalone units or reliable port extenders while mastering advanced features like ring topology stacking and redundant standby unit configuration for maximum network uptime.
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Dell Networking N20xx and N30xx Series Switch Getting Started Guide
Regulatory Model: N2024, N2024P, N2048, N2048P, N3024, N3024P, N3048, N3048P, N3024F
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Dell Networking N20xx and N30xx Series Switch Getting Started Guide Regulatory Model: N2024, N2024P, N2048, N2048P, N3024, N3024P, N3048, N3048P, N3024F
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Notes, cautions, and warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of d...
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About this Guide This document is intended as a Getting Started Guide to get new systems up and running and ready for configuration. You can use a Dell N20xx or N30xx either as a switch or a port exte...
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N20xx Series Overview The Dell N20xx switches are stackable Layer 2-Gigabit Ethernet switches and include the following models: Dell N2024 Dell N2024P Dell N2048 Dell N2048P N20xx Series Hardware Over...
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USB Port SFP+ Ports 48 10/100/1000BASE-T Ports Figure 2. N2024 Close-up Console Port USB Port Reset Button SFP+ Ports The N20xx I/O-side has status light emitting diodes (LEDs) for overtemperature ala...
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Switch Ports The N2024/N2024P I/O-side provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports of 10/100/1000BASE-T that support autonegotiation for speed, flow control, and duplex. The N2024/N2024P models support t...
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Stack Master LED and Stack Number Display When a switch within a stack is the master unit, the stack master LED, which is labeled M, is solid green. If the M LED is off, the stack member is not the ma...
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Power Supplies - N2024 and N2048 N2024 and N2048 switches have an internal 100-watt power supply. The additional redundant power supply provides 180 watts of power and gives full redundancy for the sw...
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N20xx Series Installation You can mount the N20xx Series switches in a standard 48.26 cm (19 inches) rack or placed on a flat surface. Make sure that the installation location meets the following site...
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Rack Mounting an N20xx Switch WARNING: Read the safety information in the Safety and Regulatory Information and the safety information for other switches that connect to or support the switch. The AC ...
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Figure 7. Mounting N20xx in 2-Post Rack Installing as a Free-standing Switch NOTE: Dell strongly recommends mounting the switch in a rack. Install the switch on a flat surface if you are not installin...
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Stacking Multiple Switches on Dell Networking OS 9.11(0.0) The system supports PE stacking, which allows multiple units to act as a single port extender. You can stack up to eight units using the stac...
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Stack units Stacking cables The ring topology stack has the following physical connections between the switches: The bottom mini-SAS port on Unit 1 is connected to the top mini-SAS port on Unit 2. The...
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N30xx Series Overview The Dell N30xx switches are stackable Layer 2 and Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet switches and include the following models: Dell N3024 Dell N3024P Dell N3048 Dell N3048P Dell N3024F N3...
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Figure 10. N3048 with 48 10/100/1000BASE-T Ports—I/O-Side The I/O-side of each model in the N30xx series includes the following ports: Console port USB port SFP+ Ports Combo Ports 10/100/1000BASE-T Au...
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Switch Ports The N3024/N3024P I/O-side provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports of 10/100/1000BASE-T that support auto-negotiation for speed, flow control, and duplex. The N3024/N3024P models support ...
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Reset Button The reset button is accessed through the pinhole and allows you to perform a hard reset on the switch. To use the reset button, insert an unbent paper clip or similar tool into the pinhol...
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Figure 13. N3048 Mini-SAS Stacking Ports Close-up Mini-SAS stacking ports The term mini-SAS refers to the stacking port cable connections. For information about using the mini-SAS ports to connect swi...
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CAUTION: Remove the power cable from the power supplies before removing the power supply module itself. Do not connect power before insertion in the chassis. Ventilation System Two fans cool the N30xx...
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N30xx Series Installation You can mount the N30xx Series switches in a standard 48.26 cm (19-inch) rack or placed on a flat surface. Make sure that the chosen installation location meets the following...
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5 Inspect the product and accessories for damage. Rack Mounting an N30xx Switch You may either place the switch on the rack shelf or mount the switch directly into a 19" wide, EIA-310-E compliant...
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Figure 14. 1U Tool-less Configuration 2-Post Flush-Mount Configuration To install the Dell Ready Rails system using the 2-post flush-mount configuration, follow these steps. 1 For this configuration, ...
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Two-Post Center-Mount Configuration To install the Dell Ready Rails system using the two-post center-mount configuration, follow these steps. 1 Slide the plunger bracket rearward until it clicks into ...
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Figure 17. Four-Post Threaded Configuration Install the N30xx System You can mount the system in the 1U front-rack or 1U two-post (flush and center) configurations. The following is an example of a fr...
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Figure 18. Attaching the Switch Rails Front standoff locking tab Switch Locking tab 2 After you have installed both switch rails, line them up on the previously mounted Ready Rails and slide the switc...
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Install the switch on a flat surface if you are not installing it in a rack. The surface must be able to support the weight of the switch and the switch cables. The switch is supplied with four self-a...
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Figure 20. N30xx Stack in a Ring Topology N30xx stack Mini-SAS cables attached in a ring topology The ring topology stack has the following physical connections between the switches: The bottom mini-S...
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Although the Standby unit is automatically selected in the stack, you can use the CLI on the C9010 or the N20xx/N30xx series system console to manually configure a different stack member as Standby. F...
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| Brand | Dell |
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| Pages | 28 |
| File Size | 1.04 MB |
| Published | June 23, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the physical dimensions for non-PoE N20xx switches?
They are 440.0 x 257.0 x 43.5 mm (W x D x H) or 17.3 x 10.1 x 1.7 inches.
What operating system is required to use N20xx/N30xx as a switch independently?
You must use the Dell Networking OS version 6.3(0.16) or later.
Can I manually assign a backup unit in a stack?
Yes, you can use the CLI on the C9010 or N20xx/N30xx system console to select a different stack member as Standby.