This Intel 100 Gbps switch is perfect for HPC architects and data center engineers who need ultra-high-performance low-latency networking solutions. Our Intel Omni-Path Director Class Switch 100 Series delivers:
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High-performance interconnect that scales to massive compute clusters
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Director class switching for mission-critical enterprise workloads
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Omni-Path fabric architecture optimizing application performance
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Low-latency HPC networking for compute-intensive applications
Key Features
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100 Gbps line-rate performance across all switch ports
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Advanced fabric management with Intel Omni-Path Fabric Suite
- Optimized for high-performance computing environments
- Consistent sub-microsecond latency for real-time applications
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Adaptive routing capabilities for dynamic load balancing
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Hot-swappable modules ensuring maximum uptime
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Comprehensive QoS supporting diverse workload requirements
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Intel Corporation |
| Model Number |
Omni-Path Director Class Switch 100 Series 6 Slot Base 1MM |
| Type |
Director Class HPC Switch |
| Port Density |
Up to 768 ports (100 Gbps per port) |
| Switching Capacity |
76.8 Tbps aggregate bandwidth |
| Latency Performance |
Sub-750ns port-to-port latency |
| Fabric Architecture |
Intel Omni-Path interconnect technology |
| Redundancy |
N+1 fabric modules and power supplies |
| Management |
Intel Omni-Path Fabric Suite |
| Compatible Systems |
Intel Omni-Path fabric nodes and HPC clusters |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this Intel 100 Gbps switch ideal for HPC environments?
A: The Director Class Switch delivers ultra-low latency networking with adaptive routing and congestion control specifically engineered for HPC workloads, supporting MPI applications and parallel computing with deterministic performance characteristics.
Q: How does Omni-Path compare to InfiniBand for high-performance computing?
A: Intel Omni-Path architecture provides superior price-performance with native Ethernet compatibility, advanced fabric management, and simplified deployment while maintaining the low-latency performance required for demanding HPC applications.
Q: What are the scalability capabilities of this director class switch?
A: The system supports massive fabric scaling up to 100,000+ nodes with non-blocking architecture — perfect for exascale computing environments requiring consistent performance across large cluster deployments.
Q: Does this switch support enterprise data center requirements?
A: Yes. The switch includes enterprise-grade reliability features, comprehensive monitoring through Intel Omni-Path Fabric Suite, and supports both HPC and traditional data center workloads with advanced QoS and traffic management.
Intel 100 Gbps switch Director Class Omni-Path for HPC. Advanced low-latency networking with high-performance interconnect technology.
