Name: R1N27A HP FM 3032Q 32-Ports 100GBase-X QSFP28 Front-to-Back 1RU Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Brand: HP
SKU: R1N27A
Price: 540.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP FM 3032Q switch offers 32 high-speed QSFP28 ports in a 1RU chassis, designed for front-to-back airflow cooling. It fits well in data centers needing dense, efficient 100G networking and is built to handle heavy data loads with reliable Gigabit Ethernet support. This model stands out for combining compact design with strong throughput, making it a solid choice for enterprise-grade network setups.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	R1N27A
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	6,250,000,000 pps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
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
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACL), 802.1X, SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP, SSH, HTTPS, Telnet, RMON

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-Back

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The R1N27A HP FM 3032Q is a 1RU network switch built for environments demanding robust 100G connectivity. Designed to handle large data flows, it is often found in data centers and enterprise settings where high bandwidth and reliable performance are critical. This switch is suited for network engineers and IT professionals who need to manage extensive server farms or backbone network connections. Its front-to-back airflow design helps maintain optimal operating temperatures in rack enclosures. Key Features Provides 32 QSFP28 ports enabling 100GBase-X connections Front-to-back cooling aligns with typical data center airflow setups Supports flexible Gigabit Ethernet integration for diverse applications Compact 1RU form factor saves rack space Reliable performance for handling demanding network traffic This switch is typically deployed in core or aggregation layers within data centers. It helps reduce bottlenecks and supports scaling as network demands grow. By delivering consistent high-speed connectivity, it plays a key role in maintaining smooth operations in complex IT infrastructures.

Use Cases
The HP FM 3032Q switch is primarily utilized in high-density data center environments where 100G networking is critical for handling large volumes of data traffic. Enterprise IT teams and service providers benefit from its compact form factor and front-to-back airflow, which facilitate effective rack deployments and thermal management in constrained spaces. How It's Used: Aggregating high-speed uplinks in hyperscale data centers to support virtualization and cloud workloads. Providing backbone connectivity for enterprise campus networks requiring scalable 100G Ethernet links. Deploying in storage clusters where low-latency and high-throughput switching is essential for data replication and backup operations. Supporting edge computing facilities that demand compact, efficient switching with robust cooling solutions. Enabling network function virtualization (NFV) infrastructures by delivering dense 100G ports for flexible service chaining. This switch enhances network performance and operational efficiency by compactly delivering high-throughput connectivity with effective heat dissipation. Its design supports scalable growth in demanding environments, allowing IT teams to optimize rack space and maintain consistent service delivery under heavy data loads.