Description
The HPE Networking 12902E Main Processing Unit (JH346A) is the central control component of the HPE Networking Comware 12900E Series – a next-generation modular data center core switch designed for virtualized, cloud, and hybrid deployments. Supporting up to 768 high-speed ports and delivering up to 184 Tbps switching capacity and 92.1 Bpps throughput, this unit ensures non-blocking, wirespeed performance for the most demanding environments.
Engineered for modern data centers, the 12902E Main Processing Unit features advanced Layer 2/3 networking, low latency under 5μs, SDN-readiness, and support for VXLAN, EVPN, and DRNI. It’s compatible with H2, HB, and Type X modules and provides enterprise-class resiliency, high availability, and extensive virtualization support with MDC and IRF.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Number | JH346A |
| Series Compatibility | HPE Networking Comware 12900E Switch Series |
| Differentiator | Main processing unit for HPE FlexFabric 12902E Switch |
| I/O Module Slots | Up to 16 |
| Port Capacity (Max) | 768 x 10/40GbE, 576 x 100GbE, 192 x 400GbE |
| Switching Capacity | 184 Tbps (bi-directional) |
| Throughput | 92.1 Bpps |
| Latency | Under 5 microseconds (64-byte packets) |
| Processor | Quad-Core MIPS64 @ 1.2 GHz |
| Memory | 8 GB DDR2 SDRAM, 1 GB flash |
| Routing Protocols | BGP-4, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, RIP, ECMP, VPLS, IPv4, IPv6 |
| Management | CLI, Telnet, SNMP, IMC, Out-of-band, RS-232C console |
| Power Supply Slots | 16 (1 minimum required, ordered separately) |
| Power Input Options | 100–240 VAC / -48 to -60 VDC |
| Power Output | 2400W |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 19.3 x 36.3 x 2.3 cm |
| Weight | 2.0 kg |
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