Name: 712496-B21 HP Mellanox 36-Port InfiniBand QDR FDR10 RAF Switch High-Speed
Brand: HP
SKU: 712496-B21
Price: 4557.44 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 712496-B21 - HP Mellanox 36-Port InfiniBand QDR FDR10 RAF Switch provides a high-density solution for connecting servers and storage in environments focused on speed and data integrity. It fits within data center racks and equips networks with the capability to handle intensive communication requirements without compromising performance.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch, Stackable Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	36
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	40Gbps,56Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.88 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	5625000000
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	QSFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),SSH,Web GUI,SNMP
Security Features	Partition Keys (P_Key),Access Control Lists (ACL),SSH,Role-based Access Control (RBAC)
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,HTTP,HTTPS,Telnet

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable fans
Power Supply	Dual hot-plug AC power supplies

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The 712496-B21 - HP Mellanox 36-Port InfiniBand QDR FDR10 RAF Switch is designed to facilitate high-bandwidth, low-latency interconnections primarily in data centers and high-performance computing clusters. It is often found in environments requiring efficient communication between servers and storage systems. Built for IT professionals and network architects, this switch supports complex networking setups that demand speed and reliability. The device contributes to streamlined data handling and enhanced performance in dense network topologies. Key Features High port density with 36 InfiniBand QDR/FDR10 connections Delivers consistent low latency to support HPC workloads Engineered for seamless integration in rack-based data centers Efficient traffic management for optimized data flow Durable hardware construction for continuous operation This switch plays a crucial role in maintaining efficient network communication within large-scale systems. Its dependable performance ensures steady data throughput, which is essential for the overall functionality of modern data centers. By enabling effective data exchange, it supports the operational demands of environments where speed and reliability are critical to maintaining system integrity.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in high-performance computing clusters and enterprise data centers where low latency and high throughput are essential. IT teams managing large-scale virtualization setups or storage clusters find it valuable for maintaining efficient network traffic. How It's Used: Connecting compute nodes in HPC environments for parallel processing tasks Facilitating communication between servers and storage in data center racks Supporting virtualization infrastructure with fast and reliable network links Enabling data transfer across storage clusters with minimal delay Integrating with existing InfiniBand fabrics to expand network capacity By delivering steady performance and scalability, this switch helps maintain smooth operations in busy IT environments. It supports the needs of network engineers aiming to optimize throughput and minimize latency across critical systems.