8101-32FH-O Overview
The Cisco 8101-32FH-O is a 1RU, 400GbE open network switch designed for high-performance data center deployments. It provides up to 12.8 Tbps of bandwidth via 32 QSFP56-DD ports, delivering ultra-high speed 400GbE connectivity.
Leveraging the advanced Cisco Silicon One Q200 chipset, the Cisco 8101-32FH-O offers deep buffers, extensive traffic forwarding capabilities, and programmability through SONiC, an open-source network OS.
With its 400GbE density and performance, the 8101-32FH-O meets demanding requirements driven by emerging 100GbE servers and hyperparallel applications. It powers scale-out cloud architectures and high-throughput CDN fabrics.
Key Features
- 32 x 400GbE QSFP56-DD ports
- 12.8 Tbps bandwidth
- Cisco Silicon One Q200 ASIC
- 1RU compact form factor
- SONiC open network OS
- Low power consumption
Quick Specification
Feature | Description |
---|---|
Ports | 32 x 400GbE QSFP56-DD |
Bandwidth | 12.8 Tbps |
Density | 1RU |
Operating System | SONiC |
Power Supply | Dual |
Use Cases of 8101-32FH-O
- Open 400GbE data center switching
- High-density leaf and spine nodes
- Server access and aggregation
- Content delivery networks
Recommended Elements for 8101-32FH-O
Part Number | Description |
---|---|
QSFP-DD-400G-SR8 | 400GBASE-SR8 QSFP-DD Transceiver |
QSFP-DD-400G-LR8 | 400GBASE-LR8 QSFP-DD Transceiver |
QSFP-DD-400G-LR4 | 400GBASE-LR4 QSFP-DD Transceiver |
Comparison to Similar Products
Switch | Ports | Bandwidth | Power |
---|---|---|---|
Cisco 8101-32FH-O | 32 x 400GbE | 12.8 Tbps | 288W |
Arista 7368X4Q | 32 x 400GbE | 12.8 Tbps | 375W |
Delta AG9032V1 | 32 x 400GbE | 12.8 Tbps | 430W |
Full Specifications
Feature | Description |
---|---|
Ports | 32 x QSFP56-DD 400GbE |
Switching Capacity | 25.6 Tbps |
Forwarding Rate | 19.2 Bpps |
RAM | 32 GB |
CPU | Intel Broadwell 4-core 2.4 GHz |
Power Supply | Dual 750W AC/DC |
Dimensions | 1.73 x 17.3 x 23.6 in (1RU) |
Weight | 31 lbs |
Operating Temp. | 32°F to 104°F |
8101-32FH-O Licensing
It uses simple open source licensing – no proprietary licensing required.
Warranty Information
The 8101-32FH-O comes with a 1-year limited hardware warranty. Ongoing support available via optional Cisco Smart Net Total Care services.
Installation and Configuration
The 8101-32FH-O can be rack mounted and provides convenient front access. It is configured using standard open source tools like Ansible, Puppet, Chef, etc.
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