## Product Overview The HPE 4X FDR InfiniBand Switch is a powerful expansion module designed to enhance the networking performance of your BladeSystem c-Class infrastructure. With robust capabilities, this networking solution is tailored to support high-speed, high-capacity data transfer for a seamless experience in high-demand environments. ### Key Specifications ? Manufacturer: HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) ? Part Number: 648312-B21 ? Product Type: Networking Expansion Module ? Model: 4X FDR InfiniBand Switch for BladeSystem c-Class #### Networking Performance This InfiniBand switch offers superior connectivity, ensuring low-latency data transmission. Perfect for enterprises requiring high-performance computing and fast data transfer, this product seamlessly integrates into existing BladeSystem c-Class configurations. ##### Media Compatibility ? Media Type: Optical Fiber #### Expansion Capabilities With 18 total expansion slots, this model ensures scalability and flexibility for future upgrades, making it an ideal choice for businesses aiming to enhance their networking infrastructure. ##### Slot Information ? Total Expansion Slots: 18 ? Expansion Slot Type: QSFP (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable) ## Interface The HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch is equipped with an impressive interface feature, specifically the InfiniBand technology. This advanced technology offers numerous benefits for users, making it an essential component for any network infrastructure. ### High-Speed Data Transfer One of the key advantages of the InfiniBand interface is its ability to deliver high-speed data transfer. With data rates of up to 56 Gbps, this technology ensures lightning-fast communication between devices connected to the network switch. This is particularly crucial for organizations that handle large volumes of data on a daily basis, as it allows for quick and efficient data processing and transmission. #### Improved Performance and Efficiency By utilizing the InfiniBand interface, the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch enhances overall network performance and efficiency. With its high-speed data transfer capabilities, it significantly reduces latency and minimizes bottlenecks in the network. This means that users can experience seamless and uninterrupted connectivity, even during peak usage periods. Additionally, the switch’s advanced interface helps optimize resource utilization, ensuring that data is efficiently distributed across the network. ##### Scalability and Future-Proofing Another notable benefit of the InfiniBand interface is its scalability. The HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch allows for easy expansion and growth of the network infrastructure without compromising performance. With its support for multiple high-speed connections, users can add more devices to the network without experiencing any degradation in speed or efficiency. This scalability feature makes the switch an ideal choice for businesses that anticipate future growth or need to accommodate increasing data demands. ## Speed When it comes to network switches, speed is a critical factor that directly impacts overall network performance. The HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch excels in this aspect, thanks to its impressive 4X FDR speed technology. ### Unmatched Data Transfer Rates The 4X FDR speed technology featured in the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch offers unparalleled data transfer rates. With a maximum speed of 56 Gbps per port, this switch ensures blazing-fast data transmission between connected devices. This high-speed capability is particularly beneficial for bandwidth-intensive applications and data-intensive tasks, such as real-time data analytics, video streaming, and large file transfers. #### Reduced Latency and Improved Responsiveness In addition to its impressive data transfer rates, the 4X FDR speed technology significantly reduces latency within the network. Low latency is crucial for time-sensitive applications that require immediate response, such as financial transactions or online gaming. With the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch, users can experience enhanced responsiveness and real-time interaction with their applications, resulting in a smoother and more efficient user experience. ##### Enhanced Workload Distribution The high-speed capabilities of the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch enable efficient workload distribution across the network. With its ability to handle large volumes of data simultaneously, the switch ensures that each connected device receives the necessary bandwidth without causing congestion or performance degradation. This balanced workload distribution is particularly beneficial for businesses that rely on collaborative work environments or multi-user applications, as it allows for seamless collaboration and improved productivity. ## Form Factor The form factor of a network switch plays a crucial role in determining its compatibility and suitability for various deployment scenarios. The HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch stands out with its BLC (BladeCenter) form factor, offering unique benefits for users. ### Space-Saving Design The BLC form factor of the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch is specifically designed to optimize space utilization in data center environments. With its compact and modular design, the switch can be easily integrated into existing BladeCenter infrastructure, providing a seamless and efficient networking solution. This space-saving design is particularly advantageous for organizations that have limited rack space or require high-density deployments. #### Improved Cable Management The BLC form factor of the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch also offers improved cable management capabilities. The switch’s modular design allows for neat and organized cable routing, minimizing cable clutter and reducing the risk of accidental disconnections. This not only enhances overall aesthetics but also simplifies maintenance and troubleshooting processes. ##### Enhanced Flexibility and Scalability The BLC form factor of the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch provides enhanced flexibility and scalability options for users. The modular nature of the switch allows for easy expansion and customization based on specific network requirements. Users can add or remove blades as needed, ensuring that the network infrastructure can adapt to changing business needs without incurring unnecessary costs. In conclusion, the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch offers a highly advanced interface with InfiniBand technology, delivering high-speed data transfer, improved performance and efficiency, and scalability. Its 4X FDR speed technology ensures unmatched data transfer rates, reduced latency, and enhanced workload distribution. The BLC form factor provides space-saving design, improved cable management, and enhanced flexibility and scalability options. These features make the HPE 648312-B21 Managed Network Switch an indispensable component for organizations seeking optimal network performance, efficiency, and future-proofing capabilities.