D-Link DXS-1210-12TC/E network switch Managed L2 10G Ethernet (100/1000/10000) 1U Black, Silver

The D-Link DXS-1210-12TC/E is a managed L2 network switch that brings 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance to small and medium businesses. This 1U rack-mountable switch provides ten 10G-capable RJ-45 ports (100/1000/10000) with 10 GBASE-T / SFP+ combo support, a MAC address table of 16,000 entries and a switching capacity of 240 Gbit/s, delivering low-latency forwarding suitable for virtualization, cloud services and server-to-server traffic.

Advantages

The DXS-1210-12TC/E offers enterprise-class features at a competitive price, combining high switching capacity and low latency with energy-efficient silicon for reduced power consumption. Flexible 10G RJ-45 ports with SFP+ compatibility simplify integration into existing networks while managed L2 functionality supports common networking standards (IEEE 802.3az/ab/ae/an/u/z) and essential control over traffic and security.

Suitable for

• Small and medium business core and distribution switches
• Virtualization hosts and hyper-converged infrastructure
• High-bandwidth server-to-server and storage networks
• Edge aggregation for cloud services and campus networks

Key specifications

• Model: D-Link DXS-1210-12TC/E (Managed L2)
• Ports: 10 × 10G Ethernet (100/1000/10000) RJ-45 with 10 GBASE-T / SFP+ combo support
• Switching capacity: 240 Gbit/s
• Maximum packet forwarding rate: up to 238 Mpps
• MAC address table: 16,000 entries
• Standards: IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3z
• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable; Weight: 3.15 kg
• Colour: Black, Silver

How to use

Install the switch in a standard 19-inch rack and connect power according to the installation guide. Use the combo 10GBASE-T/SFP+ ports to attach servers, storage or uplink modules; if using SFP+ modules, insert compatible SFP+ transceivers into the SFP+ slot. Configure basic L2 settings and VLANs through the switch management interface to segment traffic and apply QoS or security policies as required. Monitor port status and traffic using the management web UI, CLI or SNMP for integration with network management systems.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use CAT6a or higher-rated copper cabling for 10GBASE-T connections and choose vendor-compatible SFP+ modules for fiber links. Apply VLANs and QoS to prioritise latency-sensitive applications such as virtualization and storage traffic, and ensure firmware is kept up to date to maintain stability and security.