Name: MSN2700-CS2FC Mellanox Spectrum-Based 32-Port 100GbE QSFP28 1U Open Ethernet Switch with Cumulus Linux and Dual AC Power Supplies
Brand: Mellanox
SKU: MSN2700-CS2FC
Price: 9102.90 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The MSN2700-CS2FC Mellanox Spectrum-Based switch offers 32 ports of 100GbE in a compact 1U package. It fits into data centers and enterprise networks where speed and reliability matter, combining powerful hardware with Cumulus Linux for open networking flexibility.

General Information
Brand	Mellanox
Part Number	MSN2700-CS2FC
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	32
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	100GbE
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	6.4 Tbps
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, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	ACLs,RADIUS/TACACS+,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard,Storm Control
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,SNMP,NETCONF,REST

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans
Power	AC 100-240V
Power Supply	Dual Hot-Swappable AC Power Supplies

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The MSN2700-CS2FC is a high-performance Ethernet switch designed to handle demanding network environments. It provides 32 ports of 100GbE connectivity using QSFP28 interfaces, making it ideal for data centers and enterprise networks requiring fast data movement. Often found in cloud computing setups and large-scale data centers, this switch runs Cumulus Linux, offering a flexible and familiar networking OS for administrators. Network engineers and operators benefit from its open networking approach and robust hardware. Key Features Supports 32 QSFP28 100GbE ports for scalable bandwidth Powered by Mellanox Spectrum ASIC to reduce latency and increase packet forwarding rates Operates with Cumulus Linux for customizable network management Equipped with dual AC power supplies to ensure uptime and power redundancy Compact 1U chassis fits standard rack deployments efficiently This switch is typically deployed in environments where high throughput and reliable connectivity are critical, such as cloud service providers and enterprise data centers. Its open-source OS and hardware design allow for integration with diverse networking setups while maintaining consistent performance.

Use Cases
The MSN2700-CS2FC switch is designed for high-density data center environments requiring robust 100GbE connectivity. It serves network architects and IT professionals managing large-scale enterprise or cloud infrastructures demanding low latency and scalable throughput. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in hyperscale data centers to support virtualization and containerized workloads. Providing uplink connectivity for server racks in high-performance computing clusters. Enabling network fabric deployments in software-defined data centers with open networking flexibility. Supporting storage area networks requiring high-bandwidth, low-latency connections for data replication. Facilitating multi-tenant cloud service providers' infrastructure with reliable and redundant power configurations. This switch enhances operational efficiency by integrating high port density with open-source network OS support, allowing seamless scalability and simplified management in demanding environments. Its dual power supplies and 1U footprint further optimize data center space utilization and uptime.