Description
The HPE Networking 12900E v2 Main Processing Unit is a high-performance core module designed for use with FlexFabric 12900E Switches. Built for large enterprises, cloud service providers, and data centers, this unit supports next-generation 10/40/100/400GbE connectivity, advanced software-defined networking (SDN), and high scalability. With support for OS-Comware v9, VXLAN, EVPN, and a resilient Clos architecture, it delivers non-blocking, wire-speed performance and extreme throughput for mission-critical environments.
This main processing unit supports up to 16 I/O module slots and delivers a massive switching capacity of 184 Tbps and throughput up to 92.1 Bpps. It includes fault-tolerant architecture with hot-swappable components and is ideal for highly distributed, virtualized, or multi-tenant infrastructures.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Number | JH669A |
| Differentiator | v2 Main processing unit for FlexFabric 12900E Switches |
| Supported Ports | Up to 768 40GbE, 768 10GbE, 576 100GbE, or a combination of other port types |
| I/O Module Slots | 16 slots maximum |
| Latency | Under 5 microseconds (64-byte packets) |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 184 Tbps (bi-directional) |
| Throughput | Up to 92.1 Bpps |
| Routing Protocols | BGP-4, BGP+, ECMP, IS-IS, IPv4, IPv6, MPLS, OSPF, RIP, URPF, VPLS |
| Memory & Processor | Quad-core MIPS64 @ 1.2 GHz, 1 GB flash, 8 GB DDR2 SDRAM |
| Power Supply Slots | 16 (minimum 1 required; ordered separately) |
| Power Output | 2400W |
| Input Voltage | 100–240 VAC / -48 to -60 VDC |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, IMC, SNMP, Telnet, Serial RS-232C, Ethernet MIBs |
| Weight | 5.2 kg (11.5 lb) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 43.4 x 51.3 x 4.3 cm (17.1 x 20.2 x 1.7 in) |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
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