{"product_id":"hpe-sn3420m-25gbe-48sfp28-12qsfp28-switch-nvidia-cumulus","title":"HPE SN3420M 25GbE 48SFP28 12QSFP28 Switch with NVIDIA Cumulus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-and-why\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE SN3420M 25GbE Ethernet Switch with NVIDIA Cumulus Linux\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE SN3420M\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance \u003cstrong\u003e25GbE Ethernet switch\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for modern data center architectures requiring exceptional port density and reliability. This 1U switch delivers \u003cstrong\u003e48 SFP28 ports and 12 QSFP28 ports\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing flexible connectivity from 1GbE to 100GbE speeds. Pre-loaded with \u003cstrong\u003eNVIDIA Cumulus Linux\u003c\/strong\u003e, the SN3420M eliminates deployment delays and ensures predictable performance with zero packet loss at line rate across all port configurations and packet sizes. Ideal for leaf, spine, and super-spine deployments in storage and server networks, this switch combines enterprise-grade reliability with open networking flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e48 SFP28 Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-density 25GbE connectivity for maximum rack efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 QSFP28 Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — Support for 40GbE, 50GbE, and 100GbE uplink speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower-to-Connector Airflow\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optimized thermal design for continuous data center operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNVIDIA Cumulus Linux Pre-Installed\u003c\/strong\u003e — Open networking OS for leaf, spine, and super-spine roles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero Packet Loss\u003c\/strong\u003e — Line-rate performance guaranteed across all port speeds and packet sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1U Form Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e — Space-efficient design for full-rack deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Speed Support\u003c\/strong\u003e — Flexible port speeds from 1GbE to 100GbE on demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise Reliability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Predictable performance for mission-critical storage and server networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS2T77A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSN3420M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25GbE Ethernet Switch, M-series Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48x SFP28 + 12x QSFP28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Speeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, 50GbE, 100GbE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNVIDIA Cumulus Linux (factory-installed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1U Rack Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAirflow Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower-to-Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZero packet loss at line rate, all ports and packet sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaf, spine, super-spine data center deployments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Role\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage and server network connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the HPE SN3420M used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPE SN3420M is a \u003cstrong\u003e25GbE Ethernet switch\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for high-performance data center networks. It serves as a leaf, spine, or super-spine switch in storage and server environments, providing dense 25GbE connectivity with optional 100GbE uplinks through QSFP28 ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the SN3420M come with NVIDIA Cumulus Linux?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the S2T77A model includes \u003cstrong\u003eNVIDIA Cumulus Linux pre-installed\u003c\/strong\u003e from the factory. This open networking OS enables flexible network automation and management. Note: HPE switches with factory-installed Cumulus cannot be converted to HPE ONYX or ONIE SKUs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat port speeds does the SN3420M support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SN3420M supports flexible port speeds ranging from 1GbE to 100GbE. The 48 SFP28 ports deliver 25GbE connectivity, while the 12 QSFP28 ports support 40GbE, 50GbE, and 100GbE speeds for high-capacity uplinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the SN3420M suitable for storage networks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the HPE SN3420M is specifically engineered for storage and server networks. Its zero packet loss guarantee at line rate and power-to-connector airflow design ensure reliable, high-performance connectivity for demanding storage applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41739773345867,"sku":"S2T77A","price":43217.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-sn3420m-25gbe-48sfp28-12qsfp28-switch-nvidia-cumulus","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}