This InfiniBand switch is perfect for data center administrators and HPC professionals who need ultra-high bandwidth networking with sub-130ns latency. Our Mellanox Quantum HDR switch delivers:
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Data center network switch performance with 16Tb/s aggregate throughput
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High performance computing switch capabilities for demanding workloads
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Server rack network switch design with standard depth form factor
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Fiber ethernet switches compatibility through QSFP56 connectivity
Key Features
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HDR InfiniBand technology delivering 200Gb/s per port performance
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SHARP collective offloads for accelerated in-network computing
- Optimized for high performance computing environments
- Consistent sub-130ns latency for real-time applications
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Unmanaged network deployment for simplified configuration
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Hot swappable power supplies ensuring high availability
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C2P airflow design for efficient cooling in server racks
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Mellanox Technologies |
| Model Number |
MQM8790-HS2R |
| Type |
HDR InfiniBand Switch |
| Port Configuration |
40 QSFP56 ports |
| Port Speed |
200Gb/s per port with fiber ethernet switches compatibility |
| Aggregate Throughput |
16Tb/s non-blocking architecture |
| Latency |
Sub-130ns for high performance computing
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| Power Supplies |
Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies |
| Airflow |
C2P (front-to-rear) for server rack network switch deployment |
| Management |
Unmanaged for simplified deployment |
| Form Factor |
Standard depth rack-mountable with rail kit |
| Compatible Systems |
Data center servers, HPC clusters, storage systems |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of airflow does this InfiniBand switch use for data center deployments?
A: This data center network switch uses C2P (front-to-rear) airflow design, making it ideal for hot-aisle/cold-aisle configurations in modern server racks.
Q: Is this HDR switch managed or unmanaged for network deployment?
A: This model is unmanaged, designed for simplified network deployment without complex configuration requirements — perfect for plug-and-play high performance computing environments.
Q: What depth requirements does this server rack network switch have?
A: It features a standard depth design suitable for most server rack network switch installations, with included rail kit for secure mounting.
Q: Does this switch support high availability for mission-critical applications?
A: Yes. The dual hot swappable power supplies provide redundancy and high availability — essential for data center operations and continuous high performance computing workloads.
Q: How does SHARP technology benefit high performance computing applications?
A: SHARP collective offloads accelerate in-network computing by reducing CPU overhead and improving application performance in HPC and AI workloads.
