Name: 519130-001 HP InfiniBand 32-Port 40Gbps 4X QDR Switch BLC Module
Brand: HP
SKU: 519130-001
Price: 991.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP InfiniBand 32-Ports 40Gigabit 4X QDR Switch BLC Module provides a dense, high-speed InfiniBand connection solution designed for blade server environments. It fits into HP blade chassis and offers fast 40Gbps connectivity across 32 ports, making it a solid choice for building or expanding HPC and data center fabrics.

General Information
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Connector Type	QSFP (InfiniBand QDR 4x)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	8.50

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The HP InfiniBand 32-Ports 40Gigabit 4X QDR Switch BLC Module is designed to deliver fast and reliable connectivity for environments where speed and low latency are critical. Often found in HPC clusters and data centers, this switch supports intensive data transfer needs, making it suitable for scientific research, financial modeling, and large-scale simulations. Built to fit into blade server enclosures, it helps organizations expand their InfiniBand fabric without taking up excessive space. IT professionals and system architects usually deploy this switch to ensure efficient data flow between compute nodes. Key Features High port density with 32 InfiniBand ports to connect multiple nodes Provides 40Gbps bandwidth per port for rapid data exchange Low latency architecture tailored for performance-sensitive applications Compact blade module design integrates seamlessly with HP blade systems Supports QDR (Quad Data Rate) for enhanced throughput and reliability This switch is typically deployed in supercomputing clusters and enterprise data centers where large volumes of data need to move quickly between servers. Its role in such setups is critical for minimizing bottlenecks and maintaining smooth operation of distributed computing tasks.

Use Cases
The HP InfiniBand 32-Ports 40Gigabit 4X QDR Switch BLC Module is primarily deployed in high-performance computing (HPC) clusters and data center blade server environments where ultra-low latency and high throughput network fabrics are essential. It is especially suitable for organizations requiring dense, high-speed interconnects to support compute-intensive workloads and large-scale virtualization. How It's Used: Connecting blade servers within HP blade chassis to create scalable HPC clusters in research institutions and scientific computing centers. Supporting storage clusters in enterprise data centers by providing high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity between storage nodes and compute resources. Enabling virtualization environments in financial services firms where fast data exchange and minimal delay impact real-time analytics and trading applications. Facilitating large-scale simulations and modeling workloads in engineering and manufacturing firms by delivering consistent, high-throughput communication across compute nodes. Integrating with data center fabrics in cloud service providers to optimize resource allocation and improve overall network efficiency. By delivering a compact, high-density InfiniBand switching solution, this module enhances operational efficiency and scalability within blade server infrastructures. It supports demanding workloads by reducing communication bottlenecks, enabling organizations to leverage their compute resources more effectively.

519130-001 HP InfiniBand 32-Port 40Gbps 4X QDR Switch BLC Module

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