Name: 0HX421 Dell 8-Port 56Gbps Infiniband Switch for HPC Clusters
Brand: Dell
SKU: 0HX421
Price: 259.87 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 0HX421 Dell 8-Ports Infiniband Switch serves as a critical component in high-speed network infrastructures, primarily within HPC and data center environments. It enables fast, low-latency data exchanges between servers, ensuring smooth operation of compute-intensive workloads without unnecessary delays.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	0HX421
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	8-Ports
Number of Ports	8-Ports
Port Type	QSFP / QSFP+
POE Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	QSFP / QSFP+

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Product Description
The 0HX421 Dell 8-Ports Infiniband Switch provides a robust networking solution designed to handle intensive data workloads with minimal delay. It's commonly found in high-performance computing (HPC) environments where rapid data transfer between servers is critical. Built for data centers and research facilities, this switch supports seamless communication within clustered servers and storage systems. IT professionals and system administrators often rely on it to improve network efficiency and reduce bottlenecks in demanding applications. Key Features Eight 56 Gbps Infiniband ports ensuring fast, reliable connectivity Low latency performance tailored for HPC applications Compact form factor fits into standard rack setups Supports advanced routing for optimized data paths Energy-efficient design reduces operational costs This switch is typically deployed in data centers supporting scientific simulations, financial modeling, and large-scale data analytics. It plays a key role in maintaining steady communication across clusters, helping teams manage complex computing tasks effectively.

Use Cases
The 0HX421 Dell 8-Port 56Gbps Infiniband Switch is commonly deployed in high-performance computing (HPC) environments where low latency and high throughput networking are critical. It benefits data centers and research institutions that run compute-intensive applications requiring fast inter-node communication and scalable network fabrics. How It's Used: Connecting compute nodes in HPC clusters to accelerate scientific simulations in research laboratories. Supporting large-scale virtualization environments in enterprise data centers demanding low-latency storage access. Facilitating data exchange in financial services for real-time risk analysis and algorithmic trading systems. Enabling scalable interconnects in AI and machine learning training clusters within cloud service provider infrastructures. Integrating storage clusters for high-speed data retrieval in media rendering farms and content delivery networks. By providing a reliable, high-speed switching fabric, this Infiniband switch enhances operational efficiency and scalability in environments with demanding network performance requirements. It supports seamless expansion of compute and storage resources while minimizing communication bottlenecks.

0HX421 Dell 8-Port 56Gbps Infiniband Switch for HPC Clusters

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General Information

Technical Information

Management and Configuration

Physical Characteristics

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Use Cases