D-Link fan tray with back-to-front airflow

Efficient Back-to-Front Airflow Cooling Design

The D-Link DXS-3600-FAN-BF fan tray is engineered with a back-to-front airflow design that directs air across the switch chassis to efficiently dissipate heat, ensuring optimal cooling performance especially in high-density rack environments where airflow direction is critical.

Optimized for Enterprise and Data Center Deployments

Designed specifically for the D-Link DXS-3600 Series switches, this fan tray supports consistent thermal management in enterprise and data center environments, helping maintain system stability and performance even under heavy workloads.

Hot-Swappable Modular Design for Zero Downtime

The modular fan system allows hot-swappable installation and replacement without powering down the switch, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation in mission-critical networks.

Reliable Thermal Protection for Network Hardware

By maintaining proper airflow and cooling, the fan tray reduces the risk of overheating and hardware failure, extending the lifespan of network equipment and ensuring uninterrupted performance across demanding deployments.

Seamless Integration with DXS-3600 Series Switches

Fully compatible with models such as DXS-3600-16S and DXS-3600-32S, the fan tray integrates easily into existing setups, supporting scalable and maintainable network infrastructure.

Technical Specifications

General
Model: DXS-3600-FAN-BF
Product Type: Fan Tray / Cooling Module
Airflow Direction: Back-to-Front (BF)
Application: Cooling module for D-Link DXS-3600 series switches
Deployment: Modular / field-replaceable

Compatibility
Supported Devices:

• D-Link DXS-3600-16S
• D-Link DXS-3600-32S
  Installation Slots: Dedicated fan module slots in switch chassis

Cooling & Airflow
Airflow Design: Back-to-front airflow (rear intake, front exhaust)
Cooling Function: Maintains optimal operating temperature for switch components
Use Case: Suitable for hot aisle / cold aisle data center design
Thermal Role: Prevents overheating and ensures system stability

Performance & Reliability
MTBF: ~138,345 hours
Redundancy: Works in multi-fan configuration for continuous cooling
Operation: Designed for continuous 24/7 operation in enterprise environments

Physical Specifications
Dimensions: Approx. 24.2 × 7.2 × 4.1 cm
Weight: ~0.36 kg
Form Factor: Compact modular tray
Installation: Hot-swappable (no downtime during replacement)

Build & Design
Construction: Industrial-grade metal housing
Cooling Mechanism: High-speed internal fans
Design Purpose: Optimized airflow path across switch components

Features
Back-to-front airflow aligns with data center cooling architecture
Hot-swappable fan tray minimizes service interruption
Modular design for easy installation and replacement
Ensures consistent cooling under high workload conditions
Enhances longevity and reliability of network switches

Typical Use Cases
Data centers with hot aisle / cold aisle airflow design
Enterprise core and aggregation switches
High-density network environments
Mission-critical infrastructure requiring thermal stability

Summary
The D-Link DXS-3600-FAN-BF is a critical cooling component for DXS-3600 switches, delivering reliable back-to-front airflow to maintain thermal efficiency, support high-performance networking, and ensure long-term system stability in demanding environments.