Cornelis Networks Omni-Path 100 Director Class Switch 24-Slot Chassis
The Omni-Path 100 Director Class Switch is engineered for enterprises and research institutions deploying large-scale high-performance computing and AI fabric infrastructure. This 24-slot chassis platform delivers exceptional density and non-blocking connectivity, making it the ideal core consolidation element for expansive Omni-Path deployments. Whether you're building next-generation AI clusters, scientific computing environments, or enterprise data center fabrics, this director-class switch provides the throughput and reliability your mission-critical applications demand.
Key Features
- 24-slot modular chassis supporting up to 1152 100 Gbps ports
- Director-class architecture for non-blocking, high-density connectivity
- Omni-Path 100 Series platform for seamless fabric scalability
- Core consolidation design for large-scale HPC and AI deployments
- Enterprise-grade reliability and performance for mission-critical workloads
- Modular port configuration for flexible network topology design
- Low-latency switching fabric optimized for compute-intensive applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cornelis Networks |
| Part Number |
100SWD24CHS |
| Product Series |
Omni-Path 100 |
| Switch Class |
Director Class |
| Chassis Configuration |
24-Slot |
| Maximum Port Density |
1152 x 100 Gbps ports |
| Port Speed |
100 Gbps per port |
| Architecture |
Non-blocking fabric |
| Application Focus |
HPC, AI fabric, data center core |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a director-class switch and why does it matter for HPC?
A director-class switch like the Omni-Path 100 provides non-blocking, high-density connectivity essential for large-scale HPC and AI environments. Unlike edge switches, director-class platforms consolidate traffic from thousands of compute nodes with minimal latency, ensuring your high-performance computing workloads achieve maximum throughput and efficiency.
How many ports does the 24-slot Omni-Path 100 chassis support?
The 24-slot chassis configuration supports up to 1152 100 Gbps ports, delivering exceptional port density for core fabric consolidation in expansive deployments. This makes it ideal for organizations scaling AI clusters and scientific computing environments.
Is the Omni-Path 100 Director Class Switch suitable for AI fabric deployments?
Yes. The Omni-Path 100 is specifically designed for AI fabric and high-performance computing applications. Its non-blocking architecture, low-latency switching, and high port density make it an excellent choice for modern AI infrastructure requiring reliable, high-throughput connectivity between GPU clusters and compute nodes.
What makes this chassis ideal for core consolidation?
The 24-slot director-class architecture consolidates massive traffic volumes from distributed edge switches into a single, high-capacity fabric core. This reduces complexity, improves network efficiency, and provides the centralized switching capacity needed for large-scale HPC and AI deployments.
