HPE P11671-001
StoreFabric SN2700M 32‑Port 100 GbE Managed Switch (QSFP28, Power‑to‑Connector Airflow)
The HPE P11671‑001, also known as the StoreFabric SN2700M, is a compact 1U rack-mount Ethernet switch geared for ultra-high performance deployments. Featuring 32 fixed QSFP28 ports each capable of 100 GbE, and with breakout support (50 GbE, 25 GbE, 10 GbE), it provides flexible migration paths. With non-blocking 6.4 Tb/s switching capacity and 9.52 Bpps throughput, the SN2700M is ideal for NVMe-oF, HPC clusters, AI workloads, and storage fabrics. True cut-through design delivers sub‑300 ns port-to-port latency, while the power-to-connector airflow architecture and dual hot-swappable PSUs/fans ensure reliability in high-density rack setups. ([turn0search1]turn0search6turn0search0)
Features
The SN2700M P11671‑001 supports 32 QSFP28 ports, each operating at 100 GbE native or breaking out into 2×50 GbE, 4×25 GbE, or 4×10 GbE links using appropriate optics or DAC—allowing maximum flexibility across network overlays. Its robust cut-through switching fabric guarantees zero packet loss even under mixed-speed traffic, while maintaining ultra-low latency (~300 ns). At only ~150 W typical power draw, it offers one of the most efficient 100 GbE platforms in its class. ([turn0search1]turn0search6turn0search4)
Advanced Options
The switch supports management via Mellanox Onyx or ONIE with CLI, WebUI, and automation-friendly telemetry tools such as sFlow, queue histograms, and error tracking. Routing and Fabric features include VXLAN, MLAG, BFD, VRRP, ECMP, DCB, OpenFlow, IGMP snooping, and STP variants. A TAA compliant build ensures suitability for government environments. Memory specs include 8 GB RAM, 32 MB flash, and 16 MB packet buffer. Management ports include 2 × 1 Gb RJ45, 1 × console RJ45, and 1 × USB port. Fans (n+1) and redundant PSUs support both power-to-connector and connector-to-power airflow modes. ([turn0search5]turn0search9turn0search1)Designed for performance-critical environments, the SN2700M ensures line-rate switching even under diverse traffic loads, without packet loss. Its cut-through architecture delivers stunningly low latency of ~300 ns—ideal for storage fabrics, AI training clusters, and microservices architecture. ([turn0search1]turn0search4)
Product Key Features
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32 fixed QSFP28 ports supporting 100 GbE native and breakout speeds
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Mixed‑speed support: 1/10/25/40/50/100 GbE via breakout functionality
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6.4 Tb/s non‑blocking switching fabric; ~9.52 Bpps forwarding rate
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Cut‑through architecture with < 300 ns latency
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Efficient design: ~150 W typical power consumption; TAA-compliant
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Dual redundant PSUs and 4 hot‑swappable fans; power‑to‑connector airflow layout
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Reliability & Performance
The switch includes high-availability features such as dual hot-swappable power supplies and n+1 fan redundancy. Its flexible airflow paths (P2C or C2P) adapt to diverse rack cooling strategies. Enterprise-grade telemetry (sFlow, queue histograms), automation-ready APIs, and full support for VXLAN, MLAG, ECMP, and advanced DCB features give operators deep visibility and orchestration capability. ([turn0search1]turn0search6) With TAA compliance and support for Onyx or ONIE network operating systems, this switch suits even regulated government deployments. Compact 1U footprint (43.9 mm × 427.8 mm × 686 mm, ≈11.1 kg) maximizes port density in minimal rack space. Overall, SN2700M delivers consistent ultra-low-latency switching, scale-out flexibility, and comprehensive protocol support. ([turn0search1]turn0search0turn0search6)
Key Features :
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32 QSFP28 100 GbE ports with breakout support
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Flexible multi-rate (1/10/25/50/100 GbE) per port
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6.4 Tb/s switching fabric; ~9.52 Bpps throughput
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< 300 ns latency; non‑blocking cut‑through switching
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Redundant PSUs/fans; adjustable airflow; TAA compliance
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Telemetry via sFlow, queue histograms, API; automation-ready
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