{"product_id":"hpe-sn4600cm-100gbe-64qsfp28-switch-nvidia-cumulus","title":"HPE SN4600cM 100GbE 64QSFP28 Switch with NVIDIA Cumulus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE SN4600cM 100GbE 64QSFP28 Switch with NVIDIA Cumulus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE SN4600cM\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance \u003cstrong\u003e100GbE switch\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for modern data center and storage environments requiring massive throughput and flexible connectivity. This \u003cstrong\u003e64-port QSFP28 switch\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers line-rate performance in a compact 2U form factor, making it ideal for enterprises scaling cloud infrastructure, HPC clusters, and software-defined networking deployments. Pre-loaded with \u003cstrong\u003eNVIDIA Cumulus Linux\u003c\/strong\u003e, this M-series switch provides an open, programmable networking platform that eliminates vendor lock-in while enabling advanced network automation and fabric orchestration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e64 x 100GbE QSFP28 ports for maximum port density and throughput\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower-to-connector airflow design optimizes cooling efficiency in dense deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2U form factor reduces rack space while maintaining enterprise-grade performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-installed NVIDIA Cumulus Linux for open networking and programmable fabric control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine-rate switching across all ports with sub-microsecond latency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for multiple Ethernet speeds and flexible connectivity options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust hardware redundancy and failover capabilities for mission-critical networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated management and monitoring for simplified operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS2T80A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSN4600cM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64 x 100GbE QSFP28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2U Rack Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNVIDIA Cumulus Linux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAirflow Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower-to-Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitching Fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine-Rate Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet, Data Center\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 100GbE switch and why do I need one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e100GbE switch\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ultra-high-speed connectivity for data center environments where massive bandwidth is critical. The HPE SN4600cM delivers 6.4 Tbps of aggregate throughput, making it essential for cloud providers, HPC facilities, and enterprises running bandwidth-intensive applications like AI training, big data analytics, and real-time video processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does NVIDIA Cumulus Linux benefit my network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNVIDIA Cumulus Linux\u003c\/strong\u003e is an open networking operating system that runs on the HPE SN4600cM, enabling programmable network automation, vendor-neutral fabric management, and integration with standard Linux tools. This eliminates proprietary lock-in and allows your team to deploy custom networking policies and orchestration workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the power-to-connector airflow design?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower-to-connector airflow optimizes thermal management by directing cooling airflow from power supply to network connectors, reducing hot spots and improving equipment longevity in high-density rack deployments. This design is especially valuable in data centers with strict power and cooling constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE SN4600cM suitable for software-defined networking (SDN)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003eSN4600cM M-series switch\u003c\/strong\u003e with NVIDIA Cumulus Linux is purpose-built for SDN and network fabric automation, supporting OpenFlow, VXLAN, and other open standards for programmable network control and multi-tenant isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41739773476939,"sku":"S2T80A","price":14703.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/hpe-sn4600cm-100gbe-64qsfp28-switch-nvidia-cumulus","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}