Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6360 Managed Switch

The Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6360 is a managed L2/L3 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for SMB and enterprise edge networks. It provides 48 RJ-45 ports in a 1U rack-mountable chassis, a switching capacity of 140 Gbit/s and a MAC address table supporting 16,000 entries. The switch runs the Alcatel-Lucent Operating System (AOS), offering both a command-line interface (CLI) and a web-based graphical user interface (GUI) for device and network management.

Advantages

The OmniSwitch 6360 delivers enhanced network security and reliability through support for IEEE 802.1x authentication and robust L2/L3 feature set. Its compact 1U form factor and high switching capacity enable efficient rack installation and traffic handling. AOS provides familiar, field-proven management tools that simplify configuration and ongoing operations.

Suitable for

Key specifications

How to use

Install the switch in a standard 19-inch rack using the included mounting brackets. Connect network devices to the RJ-45 ports and power the unit from a compatible AC supply. Use the CLI over a console connection or the in-box web GUI via a browser to perform initial configuration, VLAN setup, access control, and routing parameters. Apply firmware updates and back up configuration files through the management interfaces to maintain stability.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, segregate traffic using VLANs, enable IEEE 802.1x for port-based authentication where user or device access control is required, and schedule regular backups and software updates. Place the switch in a cooled rack environment and ensure adequate airflow around the 1U chassis.