HP JL166AR Altoline 6940 32 x QSFP+ x86 ONIE Ports Layer 3 Switch

SKU JL166AR

Brand HP

32 x QSFP+ ports
40Gbps per port speed
Layer 3 switching capabilities
x86 architecture
ONIE (Open Network Install Environment) support
High-performance data center networking
Supports advanced routing protocols
Designed for scalable network infrastructure

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Key specifications

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Model: Altoline 6940
Ports: 32 x QSFP+
Port Speed: 40Gbps
Switching Layer: Layer 3
Architecture: x86
Boot Environment: ONIE

Product details

The HP JL166AR Altoline 6940 is a Layer 3 switch featuring 32 QSFP+ ports, each capable of 40Gbps connectivity. It is designed for high-performance networking environments, supporting advanced routing and switching functionalities. The switch is built on an x86 architecture and runs ONIE (Open Network Install Environment), allowing for flexible operating system deployment.

Technical Information

Model	Altoline 6940
Ports	32 x QSFP+
Port Speed	40Gbps

Additional Specifications

Switching Layer	Layer 3
Architecture	x86
Boot Environment	ONIE

Description

The HP JL166AR Altoline 6940 is a robust Layer 3 switch engineered for demanding network environments, such as data centers and enterprise core networks. It boasts an impressive 32 QSFP+ (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus) ports, each capable of delivering a high-speed 40 Gigabit Ethernet connection. This high port density and speed make it ideal for aggregation, core routing, and high-bandwidth interconnectivity between servers and storage. Built on an x86 architecture, the Altoline 6940 offers significant processing power and flexibility. Crucially, it supports the Open Network Install Environment (ONIE), which simplifies the deployment and management of network operating systems (NOS). This allows organizations to choose and install their preferred NOS, such as Cumulus Linux, SONiC, or others, enabling a more open and customizable network infrastructure. As a Layer 3 switch, the JL166AR is capable of performing advanced routing functions, including static and dynamic routing protocols. This enables efficient traffic management and path selection within the network. Its design focuses on high performance, scalability, and the flexibility to adapt to evolving network demands, making it a strategic component for modern network architectures.

Condition: Refurbished