Name: SX6018 Mellanox 18-Port 56Gb/s QSFP+ InfiniBand VPI Switch
Brand: Mellanox
SKU: SX6018
Price: 361.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (110 reviews)

Product Overview
The SX6018 - Mellanox 18x Non-Blocking 56Gb/s QSFP+ InfiniBand VPI Switch offers a versatile high-speed interconnect solution suited for data centers and HPC environments. It balances protocol flexibility with robust throughput, fitting into network architectures that demand both performance and adaptability without compromise.

General Information
Brand	Mellanox
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 2, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	18
Port Type	40G QSFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	56Gb/s (per QSFP+ port)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.016 Tb/s (1008 Gbps per direction, non-blocking)
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	QSFP / QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	128K

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, SSH, Telnet, Out-of-band management (MGMT port), Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console
Security Features	RADIUS, TACACS+, Access Control Lists (ACLs), 802.1X
Management Type	Out-of-Band Management,In-band Management
Security	802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,HTTPS,Telnet

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans

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

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The SX6018 is a high-performance InfiniBand switch designed for data centers requiring ultra-low latency and high bandwidth. Built for flexibility, it supports both InfiniBand and Ethernet traffic through its VPI (Virtual Protocol Interconnect) capability, allowing seamless integration into mixed-protocol networks. Often found in enterprise IT and HPC setups, this switch is targeted at network architects and administrators who need reliable, scalable interconnects for compute clusters or storage arrays. Its non-blocking architecture ensures data flows efficiently without bottlenecks, supporting demanding workloads. Key Features Provides 18 QSFP+ ports operating at 56Gb/s for high-speed connectivity Enables hybrid network environments by supporting InfiniBand and Ethernet via VPI Delivers non-blocking switching to maximize throughput and minimize latency Incorporates advanced traffic management for optimized data flow Designed for rack-mount deployment in data center infrastructure This switch plays a vital role in maintaining smooth data exchange within complex network fabrics. Its robust design and protocol versatility make it a dependable component for sustaining consistent performance in demanding network infrastructures.

Use Cases
The SX6018 switch is typically deployed in large-scale computing environments where low latency and high bandwidth are critical. It suits organizations managing complex networking fabrics that require seamless integration of InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols. How It's Used: High-performance computing clusters needing fast node-to-node communication Data center fabric switches supporting mixed protocol workloads Storage networks requiring consistent high throughput and low latency Enterprise IT environments optimizing scalability and network flexibility Virtualized infrastructure setups demanding efficient data flow management By facilitating smooth traffic across different network protocols and maintaining non-blocking throughput, the SX6018 supports operational efficiency and scalability. Its role is crucial in sustaining performance across demanding and evolving IT infrastructures.

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SX6018 Mellanox 18-Port 56Gb/s QSFP+ InfiniBand VPI Switch

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