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Huawei CE6870-48T6CQ-EI 48-Port 10GE SFP+ Ethernet Switch

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Huawei CE6870-48T6CQ-EI is a high-performance Layer 3 data center switch designed for modern enterprise and cloud-scale networks. With 48x10GE access ports and 6x100GE uplinks, it delivers low-latency, scalable, and high-throughput connectivity for virtualization, cloud computing, and core network environments.

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OVERVIEW

  • The Huawei CE6870-48T6CQ-EI is a high-density Layer 3 data center switch built for modern enterprise core, aggregation, and cloud networking environments. It delivers a balanced architecture combining 48x10GE SFP+ ports for server access with 6x100GE QSFP28 uplinks for high-speed backbone connectivity, making it suitable for large-scale virtualization and cloud infrastructure.
  • As part of the Huawei CloudEngine CE6800 family from Huawei, this model is optimized for enterprises transitioning toward software-defined networking, hybrid cloud environments, and high-performance data center modernization. Its architecture supports VXLAN-based network virtualization, enabling scalable multi-tenant cloud deployments with improved operational efficiency and workload mobility.
  • Compared to lower-tier aggregation switches, it provides significantly higher uplink bandwidth, stronger forwarding capacity, and improved latency performance—making it ideal for enterprise cores that require stable, high-throughput, and future-ready networking infrastructure. It is designed for long lifecycle deployments where scalability and reliability are critical to business continuity.

USE CASES

  • Virtualized server farm connectivity
  • Hyperscale and private cloud deployments
  • Enterprise campus aggregation layer
  • Telecom and ISP backbone aggregation
  • Financial trading and low-latency systems
  • Government digital infrastructure networks
  • Big data and AI/ML compute clusters
  • Hybrid cloud interconnect architecture

KEY FEATURES

  • Low-latency packet forwarding design
  • High switching capacity for large-scale workloads
  • Optimized for cloud and SDN environments
  • Supports east-west traffic optimization in data centers
  • Scalable architecture for enterprise growth
  • Reliable core and aggregation layer deployment
  • Enhanced traffic management capabilities
  • Suitable for multi-tenant cloud environments
  • Designed for mission-critical enterprise workloads
  • Long lifecycle infrastructure investment platform 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: Huawei
  • Model: CE6870-48T6CQ-EI
  • Series: CloudEngine CE6800 Series
  • Device Type: Data Center Switch
  • Switch Layer: Layer 3
  • Port Density: 48 x 10GE SFP+
  • Uplink Interfaces: 6 x 100GE QSFP28
  • Downlink Speed: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Uplink Speed: 100 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Switching Role: Core / Aggregation / Access
  • Deployment Type: Enterprise Data Center
  • Network Architecture: Spine-Leaf Compatible
  • Virtualization Support: VXLAN
  • Routing Capability: Full Layer 3 IP Routing
  • Traffic Handling: High-throughput, low-latency forwarding

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

  • Organizations choose this switch for its strong balance of 10GE access density and 100GE uplink scalability, making it ideal for modern data center architectures.
  • It reduces network bottlenecks by providing high-speed uplinks suitable for cloud and virtualization workloads.
  • Compared to lower-end switches, it supports higher traffic aggregation with better forwarding efficiency and reduced latency.
  • It integrates seamlessly into enterprise SDN and VXLAN-based architectures for cloud-ready networking.
  • IT teams benefit from simplified data center scaling without frequent hardware replacement cycles.
  • It supports hybrid cloud adoption strategies by enabling efficient east-west traffic handling.

CUSTOMER REVIEW

"Server room deployment for our office network. Handling multiple systems fine, no slowdowns even during peak usage. Setup was not simple though. "

Jameson Blake
"We connected around 40+ devices on this. No complaints so far. Little confusion during first config but after that okay. "

Amelia Donovan
"Using as top-of-rack switch. Works smoothly with servers, no daily issues. "

Henry Lawson

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