Switch alcatel lucent ALE OmniSwitch OS6570M-12 — 1RU 1/2-rack, 8×RJ45 GigE, 2×1G SFP, 2×1G/10G SFP+, internal AC PSU

The alcatel lucent ALE OmniSwitch OS6570M-12 is a compact, rackable Ethernet switch in a 1RU, half-rack chassis designed for access or aggregation roles. It provides eight 10/100/1000 Base‑T RJ45 ports, two 100/1G Base‑X SFP ports and two 1G/10G SFP+ ports, and includes an internal AC power supply with a European Union power cord. The unit targets small data centers, wiring closets and branch offices where space is limited and mixed copper/fiber connectivity is required.

Advantages

The switch combines copper GigE access with flexible fibre uplinks in a small 1RU, half-rack form factor, enabling dense port configuration in constrained racks or network cabinets. Built-in 1G/10G SFP+ ports allow higher-speed uplinks or server connections while the internal AC power simplifies deployment without external power modules. Inclusion of an EU power cord supports immediate installation in European environments. The design supports deployment as an access switch or aggregation point depending on network topology.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Access switching in small data centres and branch office wiring closets
• Aggregation of multiple access switches where 1G/10G uplinks are required
• Mixed copper and fibre connectivity for servers, IP phones or access points
• Deployments with limited rack space requiring a 1/2-rack device

When it may not be suitable

This switch is geared toward small-to-medium deployments and may not provide the port density or advanced chassis features expected in large enterprise core or large data centre environments. It includes a single internal AC power supply; environments requiring redundant power or hot-swappable PSUs should consider models with optional backup power supplies or external redundancy options.

Key specifications

• Form factor: 1RU, half-rack chassis
• Ethernet ports: 8 × 10/100/1000 Base‑T RJ45
• SFP ports: 2 × 100/1G Base‑X SFP
• SFP+ ports: 2 × 1G/10G SFP+
• Power: internal AC power supply; includes EU power cord
• Typical deployment roles: access or aggregation

How to use

Install the switch into a compatible 19" rack or network cabinet using a separately ordered half-rack mounting kit if required. Connect copper devices to the RJ45 ports and fibre or transceiver modules to the SFP/SFP+ ports as needed. Apply the included EU power cord to an appropriate AC outlet. Configure network settings via the switch management interface according to your VLAN, routing and security requirements; follow the manufacturer configuration guide for detailed CLI or web GUI instructions.

What to consider before purchase

• Verify required uplink speeds and transceiver compatibility for SFP and SFP+ ports
• Confirm whether a rack mount kit or additional mounting hardware is needed
• Assess power redundancy needs; the unit ships with a single internal AC PSU
• Ensure the EU power cord suits your location or whether an alternative cord is required

Usage recommendations

Use the OmniSwitch OS6570M-12 as an access or aggregation device in small racks, pairing copper RJ45 connections for end devices with SFP/SFP+ uplinks to distribution switches. Install compatible SFP/SFP+ modules rated for your required link speed and follow vendor guidance for firmware updates and configuration backups to maintain stability.