Description
Switching Capacity
The 648312-B21 HPE 4X FDR InfiniBand Switch for BladeSystem c-Class has a switching capacity of up to 2.88 Tbps (Terabits per second). This high switching capacity enables the switch to handle large volumes of data traffic with low latency and high throughput.
The switch features a non-blocking architecture, which means that all ports can operate at full speed simultaneously without any data loss or congestion. The switch also supports Quality of Service (QoS) mechanisms, which allow for prioritization of traffic and ensure that critical data traffic is given higher priority than non-critical traffic.
The high switching capacity of the switch makes it ideal for high-performance computing applications such as scientific research, data analytics, and financial services, which require fast and reliable data transfer with low latency and high throughput. The switch can be used to build high-performance clusters and networks that can handle demanding workloads with ease.
Management and Configuration Options
The 648312-B21 HPE 4X FDR InfiniBand Switch for BladeSystem c-Class provides several management and configuration options to enable efficient network management and monitoring.
The switch supports a web-based graphical user interface (GUI) that provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface for configuring and managing the switch. The GUI allows for configuration of switch settings such as port settings, VLANs, Quality of Service (QoS) policies, and security features.
In addition to the GUI, the switch supports a command-line interface (CLI) for advanced configuration and management tasks. The CLI provides a more flexible and powerful way of managing the switch and can be used to automate network management tasks.
The switch also supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), which allows for remote monitoring and management of the switch. SNMP enables network administrators to monitor the performance of the switch and receive alerts in case of any issues or faults.
Finally, the switch can be integrated with HPE management tools such as HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC), which provides a comprehensive network management platform for HPE infrastructure components. The management and configuration options of the switch provide flexibility and ease of use in network management and monitoring.
High Availability and Redundancy Features
The 648312-B21 HPE 4X FDR InfiniBand Switch for BladeSystem c-Class provides several high availability and redundancy features to ensure that the network is highly available and resilient to failures.
The switch supports hot-swappable power supplies, fan modules, and QSFP transceivers, which means that these components can be replaced without powering off the switch or disrupting network traffic. This allows for maintenance and upgrades to be performed without downtime.
The switch also supports Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP), which provides redundancy for the switch’s default gateway. VRRP enables multiple switches to share a virtual IP address, which ensures that if one switch fails, the traffic can be automatically redirected to another switch without any disruption.
Furthermore, the switch supports Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), which allows for the creation of link aggregation groups (LAGs) to increase the bandwidth and provide redundancy. LAGs enable multiple physical links to be bundled together to form a single logical link, which provides redundancy in case of link failures.
Finally, the switch supports Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) to prevent loops in the network and ensure that there is only one active path between any two devices. STP and RSTP help to ensure network stability and minimize downtime in case of link failures.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number: 648312-B21
- Type: Networking
- Sub-Type: Expansion Module
- Product Name 4X FDR InfiniBand Switch for BladeSystem c-Class
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported Optical Fiber
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 18
- Expansion Slot Type QSFP
