Edgecore AS6812-32X 40G Data Center Network Switch

• 40GbE Top-of-Rack Networking: Connects high-performance servers and data center devices at 40GbE speeds.
• Data Center Spine Networking: Provides high-density 40GbE links between network tiers.
• 10GbE Server Aggregation: Uses compatible breakout cables to connect multiple 10GbE endpoints through QSFP+ interfaces.
• High-Performance Computing: Provides high-bandwidth interconnect capacity for compute-intensive environments.
• Virtualized Data Centers: Supports high-throughput east-west traffic between virtualization hosts and infrastructure.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Provides dense connectivity for private cloud and web-scale network architectures.
• Storage Networking: Provides high-speed Ethernet connectivity for compatible IP-based storage environments.
• Existing 40GbE Fabric Expansion: Adds ports to established data center fabrics using the same 40GbE infrastructure.
• Open Networking Labs: ONIE enables compatible NOS experimentation and open-networking deployments.
• Replacement or Spare Infrastructure: Can be considered for maintaining existing AS6812-32X installations, subject to EOL availability and support requirements.

• 32 × 40GbE QSFP+ Ports: Provides high-density 40GbE connectivity for ToR and spine networks.
• 40GbE or 4 × 10GbE Breakout: Allows compatible QSFP+ ports to serve either high-speed 40GbE links or multiple 10GbE connections.
• 2.56Tbps Full-Duplex Switching Capacity: Provides substantial switching bandwidth for data center fabric traffic.
• 1.9Bpps Forwarding Rate: Supports high packet-processing capacity for demanding data center workloads.
• Line-Rate L2/L3 Switching: Enables the switch to operate in both Layer 2 and Layer 3 data center architectures.
• ONIE Preloaded: Gives network teams the flexibility to install compatible open-source or commercial network operating systems.
• Broadcom BCM56860 Trident II+ Silicon: Provides a 1.28Tbps switching ASIC platform for high-density 40GbE networking.
• 4+1 Redundant Hot-Swappable Fans: Supports continued cooling operation and simplifies fan replacement during maintenance.
• Dual Redundant Hot-Swappable AC PSUs: Provides power redundancy and allows PSU replacement without taking the switch out of service.
• Load-Sharing Power Supplies: Distributes power demand across installed PSUs for improved power resilience.
• Front-Facing Ports: Keeps network connections accessible from the front of the rack for easier cabling and troubleshooting.
• Rear-Accessible PSUs and Fans: Separates serviceable components from the front-facing data connections.
• Port-to-Power and Power-to-Port Airflow Options: Allows buyers to match switch airflow with the data center's hot-aisle/cold-aisle design.

• Brand: EdgeCore
• Product Type: 40GbE data center bare-metal switch
• Model: AS6812-32X
• Deployment: Top-of-Rack (ToR) or Spine
• Form Factor: 1RU
• Data Ports: 32 × fixed QSFP+
• Port Speed: 40GbE
• Breakout Support: 4 × 10GbE per supported QSFP+ port
• Maximum Breakout Ports: Up to 24 QSFP+ ports support breakout cables
• Switching Architecture: Line-rate L2/L3 switching
• Switching Capacity: 2.56Tbps full duplex
• Forwarding Rate: 1.9Bpps
• Packet Buffer: 16MB integrated
• Jumbo Frame Size: Up to 9216 bytes
• Switching Silicon: Broadcom BCM56860 Trident II+
• ASIC Capacity: 1.28Tbps
• CPU: Intel Atom C2538 quad-core, 2.4GHz
• System Memory: 8GB SO-DIMM DDR3 ECC
• SPI Flash: 16MB
• Local Storage: 32GB mSATA
• Management Port: 1 × RJ-45 100/1000BASE-T
• Console Port: 1 × RJ-45 serial console
• USB: 1 × USB Type-A storage port
• MAC Address Table: 32K minimum / 288K maximum, subject to NOS
• VLAN IDs: Up to 4K
• IPv4 Host Entries: 16K minimum / 112K maximum, subject to NOS
• IPv4 LPM: 16K entries in TCAM-only mode
• IPv6 Host Entries: 8K minimum / 56K maximum, subject to NOS
• IPv6 LPM: IPv6/64, 8K in TCAM-only mode

Why Choose This Product?

• High-Density 40GbE: 32 QSFP+ ports provide substantial port density within a 1RU chassis.
• Flexible Port Utilization: Supports native 40GbE connectivity or 10GbE breakout for different data center designs.
• High Switching Capacity: 2.56Tbps full-duplex switching provides significant bandwidth for data center fabric traffic.
• ToR and Spine Flexibility: Can be deployed at the server rack layer or as a spine interconnect switch.
• Open Networking Architecture: ONIE allows compatible NOS installation instead of locking the hardware to a single network operating system.
• Reduced Rack Footprint: 1RU form factor helps maximize usable rack capacity.
• Redundant Hardware: Dual hot-swappable PSUs and 4+1 hot-swappable fans improve hardware resilience and serviceability.
• Data Center Airflow Choice: Port-to-power and power-to-port variants allow alignment with existing rack airflow planning.
• Established 40GbE Platform: Suitable for organizations maintaining or expanding existing AS6812-32X-based infrastructure.
• Procurement Consideration: Because the model reached EOL on February 28, 2022, buyers should confirm availability, support requirements, NOS compatibility, spare-part strategy, and lifecycle expectations before purchase.