Name: 712497-B21 HP Mellanox InfiniBand 36-Port QDR FDR10 Managed Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: 712497-B21
Price: 707.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 712497-B21 - HP Mellanox InfiniBand 36-Ports QDR FDR10 Managed Switch offers extensive port density and supports multiple InfiniBand speeds, fitting well within data center or cluster network infrastructures. It balances performance and management features to provide dependable networking without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	QDR (40 Gb/s), FDR10 (56 Gb/s)
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Connector Type	QSFP / QSFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console, SSH, Telnet, Web GUI, SNMP
Security Features	SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+, ACLs
Management Type	CLI, SNMP, Web GUI
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, SNMP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The 712497-B21 is a managed InfiniBand switch that provides high-speed connectivity with 36 ports capable of supporting both QDR and FDR10 data rates. It is often found in environments requiring rapid data exchange and efficient bandwidth utilization, such as data centers and high-performance computing clusters. IT professionals and network administrators benefit from its robust management capabilities and reliable performance. Key Features 36-port configuration supports dense network topologies Delivers low latency and consistent high throughput Includes advanced management protocols for network control Compatible with standard InfiniBand networking infrastructure Facilitates scalability in complex computing environments This switch plays a critical role in maintaining efficient data flow and connectivity in demanding networks. Its reliable performance ensures smooth operation without interruptions, supporting continuous high-speed communications essential for modern computing setups.

Use Cases
This managed InfiniBand switch is typically used in high-performance computing environments and data centers that require rapid, low-latency data transfers. It suits organizations needing scalable, high-throughput networking to support intensive workloads and large-scale virtualization. How It's Used: Connecting compute nodes in HPC clusters to ensure fast data exchange Supporting storage networks requiring high bandwidth and low latency Facilitating communications within enterprise data centers with dense traffic Integrating into virtualized environments needing reliable interconnects Linking distributed computing resources in research or scientific setups By providing consistent performance and extensive management options, this switch helps maintain operational efficiency and network scalability. It enables IT teams to handle growth and complex workloads without compromise.