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- Alcatel-Lucent
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- Network Switches
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Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6850 Data Sheet
The Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6850 is a stackable Layer-3 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch family designed for high performance and versatility. It offers various fixed-configuration models with options for Power over Ethernet (PoE) and upgradable interfaces, supporting wire-rate switching and routing for IPv4 and IPv6.
Read onlineAlcatel-Lucent 6850 specifications
| Operating temperature | 0°C to +45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | -10°C to +70°C (14°F to 158°F) |
| Humidity (operating and storage) | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Switching throughput (24 port) | 35.7 million packets per second (Mp/s) |
| Switching throughput (48 port) | 71.4 Mp/s |
| Stacking capacity | 40 Gb/s per unit, up to 320 Gb/s per stack |
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Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What are the power supply options for the OmniSwitch 6850?
The family offers redundant, dual, field-replaceable power supplies that are modular and hot-swappable.
Can the 10/100 RJ-45 ports be upgraded to Gigabit?
Yes, 10/100 models can be upgraded to Gigabit with a software license.
What PoE standards does the OmniSwitch 6850E support?
It supports both IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) standards for power over Ethernet.
How many 10‑Gigabit uplink ports can the switch provide?
The switch can be equipped with up to four 10‑Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports, either as built‑in ports or via an optional 10‑GigE plug‑in module.