Name: JL280-61001 HPE 32xQSFP28 100GBase-X Layer 3 Managed Switch ONIE x86
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL280-61001
Price: 5856.14 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Altoline 6960 Series switch offers a high-density, 100G-capable solution built for data center environments that need reliable Layer 3 routing and flexible OS options. It fits into network setups requiring efficient cooling and scalable bandwidth, making it a practical choice for core switching in modern networks.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	JL280-61001
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	100G QSFP28
Port Speed	100 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	6.4 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	12,500 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,SSL,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3,SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,BGP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Back-to-Front Air Flow

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The HP Altoline 6960 Series switch is designed to handle high-density, high-speed networking needs, making it a solid choice for data centers and enterprise environments. It's built for scenarios requiring robust Layer 3 routing combined with flexible OS options, thanks to its ONIE compatibility. This switch is often found in setups where 100G connectivity is critical, such as large-scale cloud infrastructure or campus networks. Network engineers and IT teams benefit from its back-to-front airflow design, which aligns well with typical data center cooling arrangements. Key Features Equipped with 32 QSFP28 ports for high bandwidth and scalability Supports Layer 3 features like OSPF, BGP, and static routing for complex network environments Back-to-front air flow aligns with common data center rack cooling setups Runs on x86 architecture with ONIE, allowing custom network operating system installation Designed for easy integration into high-performance, scalable networks You'll often see this switch deployed in core or aggregation layers within data centers where 100Gbps speeds and advanced routing are necessary. It plays a crucial role in managing traffic efficiently while ensuring thermal performance fits within existing infrastructure.

Use Cases
The JL280-61001 HPE 32xQSFP28 100GBase-X Layer 3 Managed Switch is designed for data center operators and network architects requiring high-density 100G connectivity with advanced routing. It is particularly suited for environments demanding scalable bandwidth and efficient thermal management, such as cloud service providers and large enterprise core networks. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in hyperscale data centers where high throughput and low latency are critical. Serving as a core switch in enterprise IT networks supporting virtualization and multi-tenant workloads. Implementing high-capacity backbone connectivity for storage clusters in large-scale storage environments. Deploying in colocation facilities to provide flexible OS options through ONIE for customized networking needs. Supporting edge computing nodes that require compact, high-performance switching with effective cooling management. This switch enhances operational efficiency by enabling dense 100G port deployments with Layer 3 routing capabilities, facilitating scalable and manageable network architecture. Its architecture supports evolving data center demands by balancing performance and thermal design to maintain reliability under heavy workloads.