Name: JL314A#AKL HPE Altoline 6941 32 x QSFP+ x86 Ports Layer 3 1U Rack-mountable ONIE AC Back-to-Front Airflow Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL314A#AKL
Price: 6505.49 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE Altoline 6941 is a 1U rack-mountable switch equipped with 32 QSFP+ ports that support 40Gbps speeds. It fits into data centers requiring high-throughput and Layer 3 routing, offering flexible OS installation through ONIE and efficient cooling with front-to-back airflow.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	JL314A#AKL
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	QSFP+
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	40Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.56 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	5,000,000,000 pps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Power & Cooling
Fans	Back-to-Front Airflow
Power	AC

Physical Characteristics
Weight	4.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Product Description
The HPE Altoline 6941 is a powerful network switch designed to handle demanding data center environments. It’s built for high-performance networking, offering 32 QSFP+ ports that deliver 40 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, making it ideal for aggregating traffic or connecting servers and storage. Often found in medium to large scale data centers, this switch supports Layer 3 routing, which enables advanced traffic management and segmentation. Network engineers and IT teams benefit from its rack-friendly 1U size and front-to-back airflow, which helps maintain efficient cooling in dense setups. Key Features High-density 40GbE QSFP+ ports for robust uplink and aggregation Advanced Layer 3 routing protocols to optimize network traffic ONIE support lets users choose and install preferred network OS Front-to-back airflow tailored for data center cooling standards Reliable AC power supply designed for consistent operation This switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and service provider environments where reliable, high-bandwidth connections are essential. Its combination of speed, routing capabilities, and efficient design helps maintain network performance without adding unnecessary complexity.

Use Cases
The HPE Altoline 6941 switch is designed for high-density data center environments where high throughput and advanced Layer 3 routing are critical. It is particularly suited for enterprises and service providers requiring robust network infrastructure to support virtualization, large-scale workloads, and efficient traffic management. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in hyperscale data centers to support cloud computing workloads. Providing high-speed interconnects for storage clusters in enterprise IT environments. Serving as a core distribution switch in campus networks with intensive Layer 3 routing demands. Facilitating edge computing deployments with compact rack space and efficient airflow requirements. Supporting virtualized network functions requiring flexible OS installation via ONIE in multi-tenant data centers. This switch enables operational scalability by delivering consistent 40Gbps connectivity and advanced routing within a compact 1U form factor. Its front-to-back airflow design and flexible power options enhance deployment efficiency in densely populated racks.