HP JC657A 12518 G2 Fabric Switch Module: 48-Port 10GbE, Low Latency, 2RU

Overview

The HP 12518 G2 Fabric Switch Module (part number JC657A) delivers high-performance, low-latency connectivity for modern data center fabrics. With 48 ports of 10GbE in a compact 2RU form factor, this module is engineered to support demanding workloads while maintaining a small footprint and efficient power usage.

Key Features

• 48 independent 10GbE ports for scalable bandwidth
• Low latency architecture optimized for high-speed data paths
• 2RU rack height for space-constrained environments
• Hot-swap capable for non-disruptive maintenance
• Advanced flow control and congestion management
• Integrated management with HP OneView and CLI support

Technical Specifications

• Model: 12518 G2 Fabric Switch Module
• Part Number: JC657A
• Port Count: 48 x 10GbE RJ45 or SFP+ (configurable)
• Form Factor: 2RU, front-to-back airflow
• Power Consumption: typical 120W, max 150W
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Supported Protocols: Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet, iSCSI
• Management Interfaces: SNMP, REST API, CLI, HP OneView

Typical Applications

• High-performance compute clusters requiring low latency interconnects
• Virtualized environments and cloud platforms that need reliable 10GbE fabric
• Storage area networks where consistent throughput and minimal delay are critical
• Enterprise data centers looking to consolidate traffic onto a single high-density switch module
• Edge computing deployments where space and power efficiency are paramount

By integrating the HP 12518 G2 Fabric Switch Module into your infrastructure, you gain a robust, future-ready solution that simplifies cabling, reduces latency, and scales effortlessly as your network demands grow.