The HPE M-Series SN2700M 100GbE Data Center Switch is engineered for high-performance computing environments, enterprise data centers, and cloud infrastructure requiring ultra-high bandwidth connectivity. This advanced 100GbE switch delivers:
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16 QSFP28 ports providing 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for demanding applications
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High-performance data center switching optimized for AI/ML workloads and large-scale deployments
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InfiniBand and Ethernet support enabling flexible network architecture configurations
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Enterprise-grade reliability with redundant power and advanced fault tolerance
Key Features
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16 x 100GbE QSFP28 ports supporting high-density connectivity for modern data centers
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Non-blocking architecture delivering full wire-speed performance across all ports
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Advanced switching capacity with 3.2 Tbps aggregate throughput capability
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Dual protocol support for both InfiniBand and Ethernet networking protocols
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Hot-swappable components enabling maintenance without network downtime
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Energy-efficient design reducing operational costs and heat generation
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise |
| Model Number |
Q6M26A |
| Type |
HPE M-Series SN2700M 100GbE Data Center Switch |
| Port Configuration |
16 x 100GbE QSFP28 ports |
| Switching Capacity |
3.2 Tbps non-blocking |
| Forwarding Rate |
2.38 Bpps (billion packets per second) |
| Buffer Size |
32MB shared buffer |
| Latency |
Sub-microsecond cut-through switching |
| Power Consumption |
Max 200W |
| Form Factor |
1U rack-mountable |
| Compatible Systems |
HPC clusters, AI/ML infrastructure, enterprise data centers |
Target Use Cases
High-Performance Computing: Perfect for HPC clusters and AI/ML environments where the 100GbE switch provides the ultra-low latency and high bandwidth required for distributed computing applications and large-scale parallel processing workloads.
Enterprise Data Centers: Ideal for spine-leaf architectures and top-of-rack deployments where fiber ethernet switches deliver the performance needed for virtualized environments, storage networking, and high-density server connectivity.
Cloud Infrastructure: Excellent for cloud service providers requiring server rack network switch capabilities to support multi-tenant environments, container orchestration, and software-defined networking implementations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the benefits of QSFP28 connectivity for data center applications?
A: QSFP28 ports provide 100 Gigabit connectivity in a compact form factor, enabling high port density while supporting both breakout configurations for 25GbE and 50GbE connections, maximizing flexibility for diverse network requirements.
Q: How does this switch support both InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols?
A: The data center switch features dual protocol support, allowing organizations to leverage existing InfiniBand investments while migrating to Ethernet, or run hybrid networks that optimize performance for specific application requirements.
Q: Is this switch suitable for AI and machine learning workloads?
A: Yes, this high performance networking switch is specifically designed for AI/ML environments, providing the ultra-low latency and high bandwidth required for distributed training, inference processing, and large-scale data movement.
Q: What management and monitoring capabilities are included?
A: The switch includes comprehensive SNMP support, RESTful APIs, and integration with HPE's network management platforms, providing real-time monitoring, configuration management, and automated provisioning capabilities.
Q: How does this compare to traditional Gigabit switches?
A: This 100GbE switch provides 100 times the bandwidth of traditional Gigabit switches, with significantly lower latency and higher packet forwarding rates, making it essential for modern data center and HPC applications requiring maximum performance.
HPE M-Series SN2700M 100GbE Data Center Switch with 16 QSFP28 ports for high performance computing, AI/ML workloads, and enterprise networking.
