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HP R3A97A 32x Port 100GB-X ONIE Power to Connector Airflow Switch
- 32 x 100Gb Ethernet ports
- ONIE (Open Network Install Environment) support
- Power-to-Connector (front-to-back) airflow
- High port density for data center aggregation/spine layers
- Supports advanced networking protocols
- Designed for high-performance computing and cloud environments
- Robust build for continuous operation
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Product Overview
The HP R3A97A is a high-density network switch featuring 32x 100Gb ports with ONIE support and power-to-connector airflow. It is designed for demanding data center environments requiring massive bandwidth and high port density.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Network Switch |
| Port Speed | 100Gb Ethernet |
| Number of Ports | 32 |
Additional Specifications
| Airflow Direction | Power to Connector (Front-to-Back) |
| Operating System Support | ONIE (Open Network Install Environment) |
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
Product Description
The HP R3A97A represents a significant advancement in high-performance networking, offering an impressive 32 ports of 100Gb Ethernet connectivity. This switch is engineered for the most demanding data center applications, including spine and aggregation layers, high-performance computing (HPC) clusters, and large-scale cloud infrastructures. The sheer density of 100Gb ports allows for massive bandwidth aggregation and efficient traffic flow, crucial for modern data-intensive workloads. A key feature of the R3A97A is its support for ONIE (Open Network Install Environment). This open standard allows for the installation of various network operating systems (NOS), providing flexibility and choice to network administrators. Whether deploying a commercial NOS or an open-source solution, ONIE simplifies the deployment and management of network infrastructure. The switch also features a 'Power to Connector' airflow design, which is essential in dense data center racks to ensure proper cooling by drawing cool air from the front and exhausting hot air towards the back. This switch is built for reliability and scalability, providing the foundation for next-generation data center networks. Its high port count and speed capabilities enable organizations to build highly efficient and scalable network architectures that can support the ever-increasing demands for bandwidth and low latency. The R3A97A is a critical component for enterprises looking to future-proof their network infrastructure.
