This InfiniBand switch HDR is perfect for data center architects, high-performance computing professionals, and enterprise IT teams who need ultra-fast 200Gb/s connectivity for mission-critical applications. Our Mellanox Quantum QM8700 delivers:
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HDR InfiniBand technology providing industry-leading 200Gb/s per port performance
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40 QSFP56 ports enabling massive parallel computing workloads
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Smart switch capabilities with advanced traffic management and monitoring
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Data center optimized design for hyperscale computing environments
Key Features
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InfiniBand switch HDR architecture delivering ultra-low latency networking
- Forty QSFP56 ports supporting 200Gb/s per port throughput
- Advanced smart switch functionality with programmable pipelines
- Dual x86 dual core processors for intelligent packet processing
- Redundant AC power supplies ensuring maximum uptime
- Standard depth server rack design with P2C airflow
- Comprehensive data center networking solution for HPC clusters
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Mellanox Technologies (NVIDIA Networking) |
| Model Number |
MQM8700-HS2F |
| Type |
HDR InfiniBand Smart Switch |
| Port Configuration |
40 x QSFP56 HDR InfiniBand ports |
| Port Speed |
200Gb/s per port HDR InfiniBand |
| Total Bandwidth |
8 Tb/s aggregate switching capacity |
| Processing Power |
x86 dual core embedded processors |
| Power Supplies |
2 x AC power supplies (redundant) |
| Airflow |
Port-to-Cold (P2C) airflow design |
| Form Factor |
Standard depth rack-mountable switch |
| Rail Kit |
Included for server rack installation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What applications benefit most from this HDR InfiniBand switch?
A: This InfiniBand switch HDR excels in high-performance computing, artificial intelligence training, machine learning workloads, and data center applications requiring ultra-low latency and 200Gb/s throughput.
Q: How does the 200Gb/s speed compare to traditional Ethernet switches?
A: The HDR InfiniBand technology provides significantly higher bandwidth and lower latency than standard Ethernet, making it ideal for compute-intensive applications and high-frequency trading environments.
Q: What makes this a smart switch compared to traditional switches?
A: The smart switch capabilities include programmable packet processing, advanced telemetry, in-network computing features, and intelligent traffic management through the embedded x86 dual core processors.
Q: Is this switch suitable for hyperscale data center deployments?
A: Yes, the Mellanox Quantum switch is engineered for hyperscale environments with its 40 QSFP56 ports, redundant power supplies, optimized airflow, and proven reliability in large-scale data center networking deployments.
InfiniBand switch HDR with 200Gb/s speed. Mellanox Quantum QM8700 40-port QSFP56 switch for data center HPC.
