Name: 851-0214-01 Intel 12000 Series 12300 36 x Ports 40Gb/s Managed 1U Rack-Mountable TrueScale Fabric Switch
Brand: Intel
SKU: 851-0214-01
Price: 1570.43 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Intel 12000 Series 12300 switch provides 36 ports running at 40Gb/s each, making it a solid choice for data centers needing fast, managed fabric connectivity. Its 1U rack-mountable design and TrueScale Fabric technology help streamline network operations while fitting neatly into existing setups. This switch is well-suited for environments focused on high bandwidth and efficient traffic handling.

General Information
Brand	Intel
Part Number	851-0214-01
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	36 x 40Gb/s (QSFP+)
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	40Gb/s
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.88Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	36 × QSFP+, 1 × RJ-45 for OOB mgmt, serial RS-232

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	CLI, optional Intel/QLogic Fabric Suite, SNMP
Management Interfaces	Serial console, RJ-45 OOB Ethernet
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACLs), IEEE 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+
Management Type	CLI, SNMP, Web GUI
Security	SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.1X
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, HTTPS, Telnet

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans
Power Supply	Redundant hot-swappable power supply (dual PSU support)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.7″ × 17.3″ × 24″
Weight	26.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ba, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
This Intel 12000 Series 12300 switch serves as a high-performance network fabric designed to handle demanding data center environments. It offers 36 40Gb/s ports, enabling fast, reliable connectivity for servers and storage systems that require substantial bandwidth. Often found in data centers and enterprise networks, this switch helps manage heavy traffic loads with precision and minimal latency. Built for IT professionals and network administrators, it supports efficient scaling and network segmentation. Key Features Delivers consistent 40Gb/s speeds across all 36 ports for high throughput Employs TrueScale Fabric technology to optimize network efficiency and reduce congestion Compact 1U rack size fits standard data center racks without wasting space Includes advanced management capabilities for streamlined network control Supports scalable network topologies suitable for growing infrastructure needs This switch is typically deployed in data centers where space and performance are critical. It enables smooth data flow among servers and storage units, contributing to overall network stability and speed. Users experience the benefits of a reliable, managed fabric switch that adapts to evolving data center demands.

Use Cases
The Intel 12000 Series 12300 switch is typically deployed in high-density data center environments where managing large volumes of traffic with low latency and high throughput is critical. Network architects and IT administrators in enterprises or cloud service providers benefit from its managed fabric capabilities to optimize complex network topologies and virtualization workloads. How It's Used: Facilitates high-speed east-west traffic in hyperscale data centers supporting virtualization and containerized applications. Integrates with storage clusters requiring consistent low-latency 40Gb/s connectivity for high-performance computing workloads. Supports enterprise IT environments consolidating network infrastructure using TrueScale Fabric for simplified network management. Enables edge computing deployments needing compact, rack-mountable switches capable of handling aggregated traffic from distributed nodes. Provides a robust backbone for cloud infrastructure providers to scale network capacity in multi-tenant environments efficiently. This switch enhances operational efficiency by delivering streamlined fabric management and densely packed ports in a compact form factor. These features allow IT teams to scale network performance while maintaining control over traffic flows and minimizing physical footprint in data center racks.