Mellanox Spectrum-2 MSN3420-CB2FO 25G/100G Switch System

• Cloud data center leaf-spine network deployments
• Enterprise core and aggregation layer switching
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• AI/ML workload networking fabrics
• Virtualized infrastructure and VMware environments
• Multi-tenant data center connectivity
• High-bandwidth storage networking (NAS/SAN integration)
• Hybrid cloud interconnect backbones
• Financial trading and low-latency environments
• Large-scale enterprise campus data center cores

• 48x SFP28 ports supporting high-density 10/25GbE access
• 12x QSFP28 ports enabling 100GbE uplink and aggregation
• Optimized for scalable leaf-spine data center architectures
• Compact 1RU rack-mount design for efficient space utilization
• Designed for modern cloud and enterprise network fabrics
• High port density for simplified infrastructure consolidation
• Supports mixed-speed network environments (10G/25G/100G)
• Built on Spectrum-2 switching architecture for efficient traffic handling
• Suitable for virtualization and cloud-native workloads
• Enhances data center throughput and reduces congestion points
• Ideal for infrastructure modernization and network upgrades
• Supports scalable growth without major hardware redesigns

• Brand: Mellanox
• Model: MSN3420-CB2FO
• Product Family: Spectrum-2 Switch
• Form Factor: 1U Rack Mount
• Port Configuration: 48 x SFP28 + 12 x QSFP28
• Downlink Speed: 48 x 10/25GbE
• Uplink Speed: 12 x 100GbE
• Dimensions: 1.72 in (H) x 17.24 in (W) x 18.29 in (D) / 44 mm x 438 mm x 464.6 mm
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Non-Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
• Operating Humidity: 10% – 85% non-condensing
• Non-Operating Humidity: 10% – 90% non-condensing
• Maximum Operating Altitude: 3050 m
• Mounting: 19-inch rack mount
• Safety & Compliance: CB, cTUVus, CE, FCC, VCCI, ICES, RCM, BSMI, KCC, CCC
• Power Supply: Dual AC PSU (2x)
• Noise Level: Contact manufacturer for details

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

• Organizations choose this switch for its ability to consolidate high-speed access and high-capacity uplinks in a single, scalable platform that supports evolving data center demands.
• It reduces network complexity by combining 10/25G and 100G connectivity, minimizing the need for multiple switch layers.
• Compared to lower-density alternatives, it enables better rack utilization and higher throughput per RU.
• Its architecture supports seamless integration into leaf-spine designs used in modern cloud and enterprise networks.
• Enterprises gain improved ROI through reduced oversubscription and more efficient traffic distribution.