Name: P12490-001 HP Composable Fabric FM 3180 48 x SFP28 + 8 x QSFP28 Front-to-Back L3 Managed 1U Switch Module
Brand: HPE
SKU: P12490-001
Price: 384.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Composable Fabric FM 3180 switch module offers a blend of high port density and advanced Layer 3 features, making it a solid choice for data centers focused on performance and scalability. Its front-to-back airflow design fits well in tightly packed racks, and the mix of SFP28 and QSFP28 ports covers a wide range of connectivity needs without adding complexity.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	P12490-001
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48 x SFP28
Number of Ports	56-Ports
Port Type	25G SFP28, 100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	25G
UpLink Ports	8 x QSFP28 (100G)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	4 Tbps (full‑duplex) / 2 Tbps aggregate line-rate (48 x 25Gb + 8 x 100Gb = 2 Tbps per direction)
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094 (supports up to 4094 VLAN IDs)
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP28,QSFP28,USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, RIPng, OSPF, OSPFv3, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, HSRP, GLBP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI,Web GUI,SNMP
Management Type	CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, REST API, HPE OneView/Composer integration
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS
Routing Protocol	Static, RIP, RIPng, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP (Layer 3 routing support)

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-Back airflow

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3ba, IEEE 802.3by, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1w (RSTP), IEEE 802.1s (MSTP), IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3x (Flow Control), IEEE 802.1X, LLDP

Product Description
This HP Composable Fabric FM 3180 switch module delivers high-density, high-speed connectivity tailored for modern data centers. It’s often found in environments demanding scalable, low-latency network fabrics, such as enterprise data centers and cloud infrastructure setups. Built for network architects and administrators managing large-scale deployments, this module provides flexible port configurations and efficient airflow to maintain optimal performance. Its Layer 3 management features enable sophisticated routing and segmentation, making it suitable for complex network topologies. Key Features Includes 48 SFP28 ports providing robust 25GbE options Eight QSFP28 ports supporting 100GbE speeds or multiple 25GbE connections Front-to-back cooling pattern ideal for rack integration Supports advanced Layer 3 protocols for routing and network segmentation Compact 1U size fits seamlessly into HP composable fabric chassis This switch module is typically deployed in dense network environments requiring strong throughput and flexibility, such as virtualization platforms or storage networks. It helps streamline network management while ensuring reliable high-speed connections crucial for data-intensive applications.

Use Cases
The HP Composable Fabric FM 3180 switch module is typically deployed in high-density data center environments where scalable 25GbE and 100GbE connectivity is crucial. Network architects and IT infrastructure teams in large enterprises or cloud service providers benefit from its advanced routing and front-to-back airflow design, which supports dense rack configurations and complex network topologies. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization environments with high-throughput and low-latency 25GbE connectivity between compute nodes in enterprise data centers. Providing spine or leaf layer connectivity in composable fabric architectures for hyperscale cloud service providers. Enabling multi-tenant data center networks requiring segmented Layer 3 routing and flexible breakout options. Integrating high-speed storage clusters with 100GbE uplinks for optimized data access and reduced bottlenecks. Deploying in edge computing sites where compact, efficient airflow and port density are required to manage diverse network endpoints. This switch module enhances operational efficiency by combining high port density with advanced Layer 3 functionality, facilitating scalable network designs. Its airflow optimization and form factor support dense rack deployments, ensuring performance consistency in demanding data center workloads.