The NVIDIA Mellanox Spectrum-3 based MSN4600-CS2RC is a high-density 100GbE open Ethernet switch designed for data centers and enterprise networks that demand reliable performance, scalable growth, and flexible on-site management. With 64 QSFP28 ports packed into a 2U chassis, it delivers dense, low-latency connectivity that gear toward modern, software-defined infrastructures.
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Model: MSN4600-CS2RC
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Form Factor: 2U rack-mount chassis
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Ports: 64 x QSFP28 ports delivering up to 100GbE per port
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Operating System: Pre-installed with Cumulus Linux for flexible, scalable network management
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Power: Dual AC power supplies for redundancy and uptime
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CPU: Integrated x86 processor for on-switch processing and features
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Cooling: C2P airflow design in a standard-depth chassis for efficient thermal management
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Rail Kit: Included for easy installation in standard 2U racks
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Open Networking: Spectrum-3 hardware supports open networking with hardware-accelerated monitoring
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Hardware-Acceleration: On-board histograms monitor queue depths with submicrosecond precision
This switch is purpose-built for data centers and enterprises that require predictable performance under heavy workloads, with a focus on precise traffic analysis and efficient management. The combination of Spectrum-3 performance, Cumulus Linux flexibility, and dual redundant power supplies helps reduce downtime and simplify day-to-day operations, while the integrated x86 processor enables on-device processing for advanced features and policies.
Specs
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Model: MSN4600-CS2RC
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Form Factor: 2U
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Ports: 64 x QSFP28
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Power: Dual AC PSUs
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CPU: x86 architecture
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Airflow: C2P
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Operating System: Cumulus Linux
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Maximum Data Rate: 100GbE per port
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Rail Kit: Included
FAQ
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What is the maximum data rate supported? 100GbE per port.
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Is the switch compatible with standard racks? Yes, it includes a rail kit for easy 2U rack installation.
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What operating system does it use? Cumulus Linux pre-installed for flexible network management.
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Does it support redundant power supplies? Yes, it features two AC power supplies for redundancy and uptime.
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How does the hardware-accelerated histogram improve performance? It tracks queue depths at submicrosecond granularity, enabling precise traffic management and faster anomaly detection.
