Name: 648312-B21 HPE 48-Port InfiniBand 4X FDR Managed Switch 56Gbps
Brand: HPE
SKU: 648312-B21
Price: 693.81 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 648312-B21 InfiniBand BLC 4X FDR Managed Switch offers reliable high-speed connectivity designed specifically for cluster and data center networks. It facilitates low latency and efficient data movement across multiple nodes, fitting well in setups that demand consistent performance under heavy loads.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	648312-B21
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	36
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	56 Gbps (FDR 4x)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	4.032 Tbps
VLAN Support	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	QSFP / QSFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console, CLI, Web GUI, SNMP
Security Features	P_Key (partitioning), Access control
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The HPE 648312-B21 InfiniBand BLC 4X FDR Managed Switch is built for environments where fast and reliable data communication is critical. It is often found in high-performance computing (HPC) clusters, data centers, and enterprise environments that require efficient interconnection between servers and storage. This switch provides precise control over network traffic and supports advanced features to optimize throughput and minimize latency. Network administrators and system architects benefit from its robust management capabilities and scalability. Key Features Delivers 56 Gbps per port for rapid data exchange Managed switch functionality for fine-tuned network control Supports up to 48 ports to connect multiple nodes Includes low latency switching ideal for HPC tasks Integrates with cluster management tools for streamlined operations Typically deployed in data centers and HPC facilities, this switch helps maintain smooth, high-speed communication between compute nodes. It plays a vital role in handling large datasets and complex computations where latency and bandwidth are crucial.

Use Cases
The HPE 648312-B21 InfiniBand 48-Port 4X FDR Managed Switch is primarily utilized in high-performance computing (HPC) clusters and data centers requiring ultra-low latency and high throughput interconnects. It is ideal for IT infrastructures that handle large-scale parallel processing, demanding environments such as scientific simulations, and enterprise-grade storage networks that depend on rapid data exchange. How It's Used: Connecting compute nodes in HPC clusters for scientific research institutions to enable fast parallel processing. Facilitating high-speed data transfer in storage area networks (SANs) within enterprise data centers. Supporting virtualization environments that require low latency communication between virtual machines and physical hosts. Interlinking components in financial services infrastructures where millisecond latency reductions impact trading algorithms. Deploying in large-scale machine learning or AI training clusters to maintain efficient data flow between GPU nodes. This InfiniBand switch enhances operational efficiency by providing scalable, low-latency connectivity that supports increasing data workloads without bottlenecks. Its managed features enable precise traffic control, aiding in maintaining consistent performance as cluster sizes grow or workloads intensify.