Name: SSE-X3648SR Supermicro Reverse Airflow (back to front) 48x 10GBase-X SFP+ ports with 6x 40GBase-X QSFP+ ports Layer 3 Ethernet Switch
Brand: Supermicro
SKU: SSE-X3648SR
Price: 8843.16 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The SSE-X3648SR Supermicro switch packs a mix of 10G and 40G ports designed for high-capacity networks. It fits neatly into data centers requiring back-to-front airflow, combining strong routing features with hardware tailored for cooling efficiency and dense port configurations.

General Information
Brand	Supermicro
Part Number	SSE-X3648SR
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48x 10GBase-X SFP+
Number of Ports	54-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10GBase-X,40GBase-X
UpLink Ports	6x 40GBase-X QSFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps (1440 Gbps)
Switch Forwarding Rate	1,071.36 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+,RJ-45 (Console),USB

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, RIPng, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (SSH/Telnet), Web GUI, Serial Console (RJ-45), SNMP
Security Features	L2/L3 ACLs, 802.1X authentication, SSH, Port Security, MAC address filtering, Storm control, DHCP snooping
Management Type	In-band, Out-of-band (Console)
Remote Management Protocol	SNMPv1/v2c/v3, SSH, Telnet, HTTPS, HTTP
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP,OSPF,BGP,VRRP,HSRP,PIM-SM,IGMP

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

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3z, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The SSE-X3648SR is a powerful Layer 3 Ethernet switch designed to handle demanding networking environments. It provides a dense array of 10G and 40G ports, making it suitable for high-throughput data centers and enterprise networks. Often found in modern data centers, this switch supports complex routing and switching tasks, making it a reliable choice for network administrators managing large-scale infrastructure. Its reverse airflow configuration helps maintain optimal cooling in tightly packed racks. Key Features Supports 48 SFP+ 10GBase-X ports for flexible device connections Equipped with 6 QSFP+ 40GBase-X ports to handle aggregation and uplink demands Layer 3 functionality enables efficient routing and traffic management Reverse airflow ensures compatibility with back-to-front cooling systems Robust design ideal for enterprise and data center deployment This switch is typically deployed in environments where high-speed data transfer and routing efficiency are critical. Its design fits well into existing cooling strategies in dense rack setups, helping maintain system stability under heavy network loads.

Use Cases
The SSE-X3648SR Supermicro switch is primarily deployed in data center environments where high-density 10G and 40G connectivity is essential. It is particularly suited for organizations managing large-scale virtualization workloads, storage clusters, and high-performance computing networks requiring efficient cooling solutions and back-to-front airflow management. How It's Used: Supporting spine-leaf architectures in enterprise data centers to enable low-latency, high-throughput interconnections. Facilitating aggregation and core switching in storage area networks (SANs) for rapid data transfer between storage arrays and compute nodes. Deploying in cloud service provider infrastructures to handle dense server uplinks with optimized thermal management. Integrating into high-performance computing clusters requiring robust Layer 3 routing and scalable bandwidth for simulation workloads. Serving as the backbone switch in virtualization environments where multiple tenants demand segregated, high-speed network segments. This switch enhances network efficiency by combining dense port availability with advanced routing capabilities while addressing cooling challenges inherent in high-density rack deployments. Its design ensures scalable performance that aligns with evolving data center demands and complex traffic patterns.