Nortel DS1404092-E5 Passport 8648GTR 48-Port 10/100/1000 Switch Module

The Nortel DS1404092-E5 is a high-density 8648GTR Gigabit Ethernet switch module designed for the Passport 8600 series routing switch platforms. It features 48 fixed 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 ports, providing scalable wire-speed Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing capabilities for enterprise core and aggregation layers. The module is engineered to handle high-bandwidth applications, supporting auto-negotiation and auto-MDI/MDI-X on all ports to simplify deployment across diverse copper-based infrastructure. It integrates seamlessly with the Passport 8600 switch fabric, ensuring non-blocking performance and low-latency data forwarding for voice, video, and mission-critical data traffic.The 8648GTR module supports advanced networking features, including 802.1Q VLAN tagging, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), and sophisticated Quality of Service (QoS) mechanisms for traffic prioritization. It is designed for high-availability environments, featuring hot-swappable architecture that allows the module to be inserted or removed without disrupting the operation of the rest of the chassis. The hardware includes integrated diagnostic LEDs for link status, activity, and speed monitoring at the port level. Managed through the system’s primary control processor, this module provides comprehensive SNMP management, RMON support, and detailed performance statistics. Its robust design is optimized for thermal efficiency within the chassis, utilizing the system’s shared cooling infrastructure to maintain stable operation under full-load conditions across all 48 ports.