- What is the difference between this and a Layer 2 switch?
- This switch routes traffic between subnets as well as switching within them, so it can handle inter-VLAN routing that a Layer 2 switch hands to a router. That matters in campus networks with many VLANs.
- How many 10-Gigabit ports does it have?
- It has four 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports. They accept fiber or copper SFP+ modules, so the optics are bought separately.
- Can it be stacked with other DGS-3630 units?
- Yes. D-Link builds physical stacking into the DGS-3630 series, letting several units act as one logical switch with a single management address.
- Does it support redundant power?
- The unit has a slot for a redundant power supply, so a second PSU can keep it running if one fails. The second supply is a separate purchase.
- Is it rack-mountable?
- Yes. It is a 1U rack-mount switch designed for standard 19-inch racks in a wiring closet or data room.
- Who should buy this instead of a smaller switch?
- Buy it if you need many copper access ports, 10G fiber uplinks and Layer 3 routing in one managed unit. A smaller Layer 2 switch is simpler and quieter for a small office.
- Where is the D-Link DGS-3630-52PC/SI Layer 3 Switch cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $4,149.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the D-Link DGS-3630-52PC/SI Layer 3 Switch?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Gotodirect, Amazon.