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MSN2700-CS2FC
Mellanox
Key Advantages of the Mellanox MSN2700-CS2FC Switch
The MSN2700-CS2FC combines 32 high-density 100GbE QSFP28 ports, wire-speed switching, and Linux-based network management in a compact 1U platform. Powered by the NVIDIA Spectrum architecture, it delivers consistent low-latency performance while supporting network automation, virtualization, and large-scale data center deployments.
Hardware Architecture of MSN2700-CS2FC Switch
The MSN2700-CS2FC is powered by the NVIDIA Spectrum® Ethernet switch ASIC, integrating 32 × QSFP28 ports, 6.4Tb/s switching capacity, and an Intel® x86 dual-core processor with dedicated system memory for reliable control-plane operations. Running NVIDIA Cumulus Linux, it supports open networking and automation. Dual hot-swappable power supplies and redundant fan modules provide high availability and simplify maintenance for mission-critical data center environments.
Application Scenarios of MSN2700-CS2FC Switch
Cloud Data Centers – High-density 100GbE connectivity for scalable server infrastructure.
Software-Defined Networking (SDN) – Supports Linux-based automation and orchestration tools.
High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Low-latency networking for compute-intensive workloads.
Enterprise & Storage Networks – Ideal for virtualization, distributed storage, and leaf-spine architectures.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | MSN2700-CS2FC |
| Switch ASIC | NVIDIA Spectrum® |
| Ports | 32 × QSFP28 |
| Port Speed | 10/25/40/50/56/100GbE |
| Switching Capacity | 6.4 Tb/s |
| Forwarding Rate | 9.52 Bpps |
| Operating System | NVIDIA Cumulus Linux |
| CPU | Intel® x86 Dual-Core |
| Memory | 8GB DDR3 |
| Power Supply | Dual Hot-swappable AC Power Supplies |
| Cooling | Four Hot-swappable Fan Modules |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
Why Choose MSN2700-CS2F
The MSN2700-CS2F delivers a combination of 100GbE performance, wire-speed switching, and enterprise reliability. With 32 high-speed QSFP28 ports, support for multiple Ethernet speeds, and the NVIDIA Onyx® operating system, it provides a scalable and efficient networking solution for cloud, HPC, and enterprise data center environments.
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FAQ
Q1. What operating system is installed on the MSN2700-CS2FC?
A: The switch is pre-installed with NVIDIA Cumulus Linux, offering a Linux-based network operating system for automation and open networking.
Q2. What Ethernet speeds are supported?
A: It supports 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, 50GbE, 56GbE, and 100GbE, depending on the optics and cable configuration.
Q3. Which transceivers are compatible?
A: The switch supports QSFP28 optical transceivers, DAC, AOC, and breakout cable solutions.
Q4. What applications is it designed for?
A: It is suitable for cloud data centers, enterprise networks, HPC clusters, storage networks, and SDN deployments.
Q5. Does it support redundant power and cooling?
A: Yes. The switch includes dual hot-swappable power supplies and hot-swappable fan modules to ensure high availability.
