HP Q2F23-63001 SN2100M -Port + 16-Port QSFP28 Layer 2 Switch

Product Description

The HP SN2100M, identified by part number Q2F23-63001, is a cutting-edge network switch engineered specifically for the rigorous demands of modern data center environments. This switch boasts a high-density configuration of sixteen 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40GbE) QSFP+ ports. These ports provide exceptional bandwidth, making the SN2100M ideal for high-performance computing clusters, demanding storage area networks (SANs), and server aggregation layers where high throughput and low latency are paramount. The QSFP+ interface supports various cabling options, including direct attach copper (DAC) and fiber optic transceivers, offering flexibility in network design and deployment. This switch is built upon a powerful switching ASIC designed to deliver wire-speed performance across all ports, minimizing latency and maximizing data transfer efficiency. Its architecture is optimized for the specific traffic patterns found in data centers, including large data transfers, virtual machine mobility, and high-frequency trading applications. The SN2100M's capabilities extend beyond basic connectivity, offering advanced features such as support for virtualized environments, network telemetry, and robust Quality of Service (QoS) mechanisms to ensure critical applications receive the necessary network resources. Designed as a 1U rack-mountable unit, the HP SN2100M integrates seamlessly into standard data center racks, conserving valuable rack space. Its focus on reliability and performance makes it a cornerstone for building scalable and efficient data center networks. Whether used for connecting high-performance servers, storage arrays, or as a leaf switch in a spine-leaf architecture, the SN2100M provides the necessary speed and intelligence to support the most demanding workloads.