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HP JL279-61101 32Q28 -Port + 32-Port QSFP28 Layer 3 Switch
- 32 x QSFP28 ports
- Each port supports 100GbE, 40GbE, or 4x 10GbE (breakout)
- Layer 3 switching capabilities
- High-density 100GbE connectivity
- Designed for spine-leaf architectures
- Low latency forwarding
- Advanced telemetry and analytics support
- Ideal for data centers and HPC clusters
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Number of Ports
- 32 x QSFP28
- Port Speed
- 100GbE / 40GbE / 4x 10GbE
- Form Factor
- Rackmount (typically 1U or 2U)
- Layer
- Layer 3
- Switching Fabric Capacity
- Very High (e.g., 6.4 Tbps)
- Forwarding Rate
- Very High (e.g., 4.8 Bpps)
Product details
The HP JL279-61101 is a high-performance Layer 3 switch featuring 32 QSFP28 ports, each capable of 100GbE speeds. This switch is designed for demanding data center and high-performance computing environments.
Technical Information
| Number of Ports | 32 x QSFP28 |
| Port Speed | 100GbE / 40GbE / 4x 10GbE |
| Form Factor | Rackmount (typically 1U or 2U) |
| Layer | Layer 3 |
Additional Specifications
| Switching Fabric Capacity | Very High (e.g., 6.4 Tbps) |
| Forwarding Rate | Very High (e.g., 4.8 Bpps) |
| Manufacturer | HP (Aruba) |
| Model | JL279-61101 |
Description
The HP JL279-61101, often part of the Aruba CX switching portfolio, is a cutting-edge Layer 3 switch engineered to meet the extreme bandwidth demands of modern data centers and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. It boasts 32 QSFP28 ports, providing a total of 3.2 Terabits per second of switching capacity. Each QSFP28 port can operate at 100GbE, 40GbE, or be broken out into four independent 10GbE connections, offering exceptional flexibility for various network topologies and device connections. This switch is ideally suited for spine-leaf architectures, where its high port density and high-speed interconnects enable efficient east-west traffic flow within the data center. Its low-latency forwarding capabilities are crucial for applications that are sensitive to delay, such as financial trading platforms, large-scale simulations, and real-time analytics. The Layer 3 capabilities allow for sophisticated network segmentation and routing, simplifying network design and improving performance. Beyond raw performance, the JL279-61101 incorporates advanced features such as comprehensive telemetry and analytics support, enabling network administrators to gain deep insights into network traffic patterns and performance. This facilitates proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization. Its robust design and advanced feature set make it a cornerstone for building next-generation, high-performance networks.
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