Name: MSN2100-BB2R Mellanox 16x 40G QSFP28 Open Network Switch 1RU Rack
Brand: Mellanox
SKU: MSN2100-BB2R
Price: 3074.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The MSN2100-BB2R - Mellanox SN2100 serves as an open network switch offering sixteen 40G QSFP28 ports designed for environments requiring adaptable, high-speed connectivity. It fits in rack deployments where space and performance are priorities, bridging modern networking demands with flexible software options.

General Information
Brand	Mellanox
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	16
Number of Ports	16-Ports
Port Type	1000Base-T, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	40Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1280 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	2500 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP / QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console, 1000Base-T (Mgmt)
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,SSH,Port security,RADIUS/TACACS+
Management Type	CLI, SNMP, Web GUI, REST API
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,BGP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans
Power Supply	Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies (redundant)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.3ba,IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The MSN2100-BB2R is a high-performance open network switch equipped with sixteen 40GBase-X QSFP28 ports. It delivers robust data throughput and low latency essential for demanding network environments. Often found in modern data centers or enterprise networks, this switch supports flexible configurations due to its open architecture. Built for network engineers and IT professionals managing scalable infrastructure, it offers customization options that integrate well with diverse operating systems and software-defined networking platforms. Key Features Supports sixteen 40G QSFP28 ports for aggregated high-speed connections Operates with open network software for adaptable deployment Compact 1RU chassis optimized for rack space efficiency Provides low latency performance for critical network traffic Energy-efficient design reducing operational power consumption This switch plays a crucial role in enhancing network throughput and reliability. Its architecture allows straightforward integration into existing setups while maintaining performance consistency. The device’s reliability and efficient design make it a dependable component in complex network topologies.

Use Cases
The MSN2100-BB2R is typically deployed in data centers, enterprise networks, and cloud infrastructure environments where scalable and flexible network switching is critical. It benefits network administrators and engineers who require customizable open networking platforms that can handle substantial data flows with low latency. How It's Used: Integrating high-bandwidth links in data center leaf-spine architectures Supporting virtualization environments needing scalable network fabric Facilitating edge computing access with dense 40G connectivity Providing core switching in enterprise IT networks demanding low latency Enabling open networking solutions within software-defined data centers By delivering consistent throughput and flexible configuration options, the MSN2100-BB2R supports efficient network scaling and performance management. Its open design ensures it adapts well to evolving network requirements without compromising reliability.