D-Link Systems 54-Port Layer 3 Stackable Managed Switch with 48 x 1Gb Ports, 2 x 10Gb Ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ Ports

Introducing a high-performance, enterprise-grade solution designed to maximize network efficiency and scalability: the 54-port Layer 3 stackable managed switch. Built for campuses, large offices, and data centers seeking reliable, flexible connectivity, this switch combines dense port access, versatile uplinks, and robust routing capabilities in a compact, stackable form factor. With 48 dedicated 1Gb Ethernet ports, plus 2 x 10Gb copper ports and 4 x 10G SFP+ ports, it provides a perfect balance of access and aggregation performance. Its Layer 3 feature set—including static routing, RIP/RIPng, and OSPFv2/v3—enables advanced routing without needing an additional router, while IGMP snooping v1/v2/v3 optimizes multicast delivery to reduce unnecessary traffic. The design emphasizes resilience with surge protection and an optional redundant power supply to meet demanding uptime requirements. This switch is engineered to simplify growing networks, delivering dependable performance, simplified management, and scalable connectivity in a single, stackable package.

• 54-port capacity for scalable networks: A comprehensive mix of 48 x 1Gb Ethernet ports plus 2 x 10Gb ports and 4 x 10G SFP+ ports delivers ample access, uplink, and aggregation capacity to support growing devices, servers, and edge devices in a single chassis.
• Dense 1Gb access with flexible 10Gb uplinks: The 48 x 1Gb ports provide solid, affordable access connectivity for desktop devices and edge hosts, while the 2 x 10Gb copper ports and 4 x 10G SFP+ ports give you high-speed uplinks and short-range aggregation to meet increasingly bandwidth-demanding conditions.
• Layer 3 routing built-in: Static routing, RIP/RIPng, and OSPFv2/v3 support enable efficient path selection and dynamic routing within the network, reducing the need for external routers and simplifying network design.
• IGMP snooping for multicast efficiency: IGMP snooping v1/v2/v3 ensures multicast traffic is delivered only to interested recipients, enhancing performance in video conferencing, streaming, and multicast-enabled applications.
• Reliability and uptime features: 6 kV surge protection safeguards critical investments from power disturbances, and an option for a redundant power supply provides enhanced availability for mission-critical deployments.

Technical Details of D-Link Systems 54-Port Layer 3 Stackable Managed Switch

• Total ports: 54
• 48 x 1Gb Ethernet ports for access-layer connectivity
• 2 x 10Gb Ethernet ports (uplink/aggregation)
• 4 x 10G SFP+ ports for high-speed fiber uplinks or inter-switch connections
• 6 kV surge protection for enhanced electrical resilience
• Layer 3 routing features: static routing, RIP, RIPng, OSPFv2/v3
• IGMP snooping support for v1/v2/v3 multicast efficiency
• Stackable design to grow with your network needs
• Redundant power supply option to maximize uptime in critical deployments
• Managed switch with scalable performance suitable for campus and SME networks

how to install D-Link Systems 54-Port Layer 3 Stackable Managed Switch

• Plan your topology: Map out your access layer devices connected to the 48 x 1Gb ports and determine primary and backup uplink paths using the 2 x 10Gb ports and the 4 x 10G SFP+ ports.
• Rack and power up: Mount the switch in a standard rack, connect to power, and install the redundant power supply if you are implementing failover capabilities. Attach surge protection to safeguard equipment.
• Connect devices: Start by plugging desktops, printers, and other 1Gb devices into the 48 x 1Gb ports. Use the 2 x 10Gb copper ports and the 4 x 10G SFP+ ports to link to core switches, servers, or storage arrays as your topology requires.
• Configure Layer 3 features: Enable static routing for simple networks or implement dynamic routing protocols such as RIP/RIPng and OSPFv2/v3 to optimize path selection. Set up basic routing between VLANs if you segment your network at the distribution or core layer.
• Optimize multicast and management: Enable IGMP snooping to improve multicast efficiency; define VLANs, QoS policies, and access controls as needed. Save the configuration, test failover with the redundant power path (if installed), and monitor performance to ensure stability.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the port configuration? The switch features 54 ports in total, including 48 x 1Gb Ethernet ports for standard access connectivity, 2 x 10Gb ports, and 4 x 10G SFP+ ports for high-speed uplinks and fiber connections.
• Is this switch stackable? Yes. The device is designed to be stackable, enabling you to consolidate multiple units for increased port density and simplified management in larger networks.
• What routing capabilities does it offer? It includes Layer 3 routing features such as static routing, RIP/RIPng, and OSPFv2/v3, allowing efficient routing and dynamic path selection within the network without requiring an external router.
• Does it provide protection against power disturbances? The switch offers 6 kV surge protection and an option for a redundant power supply to improve uptime in mission-critical environments.
• What are the uplink options? The device provides flexible uplinks via 2 x 10Gb copper ports and 4 x 10G SFP+ ports, in addition to the abundant 1Gb ports for access connectivity.