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- In Stock: 4
- Manufacturer: HP
- Model or Part: 648312-B21
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 16.00lb
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Overview
The HP BladeSystem C-Class 56Gbps 4x FDR Infiniband Switch Module (part number 648312-B21) delivers ultra-low latency and high-bandwidth connectivity for blade and rack servers in demanding data center environments. Designed to integrate seamlessly with HP C-Class chassis, this switch module provides a compact, high-performance fabric that accelerates compute-intensive workloads such as HPC, AI, and large-scale virtualization.
Key Features
- Four 56Gbps FDR (Fourteen Data Rate) Infiniband ports for high-speed data transfer
- Native support for RDMA to reduce CPU overhead and improve application efficiency
- Hot-plug capability for non-disruptive maintenance and upgrades
- Compact form factor optimized for HP C-Class blade enclosures
- Advanced flow control and congestion management for reliable performance
- Compatibility with standard Infiniband management tools and software stacks
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 648312-B21
- Interface: 4 x 56Gbps FDR Infiniband
- Form Factor: C-Class blade module (1U height)
- Power Consumption: Approx 120W typical
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Dimensions: 8.5 in (width) x 1.75 in (depth) x 1.75 in (height)
- Supported Protocols: Infiniband Verbs, IP over Infiniband (IPoIB)
- Management: SNMP, CLI, and web-based interfaces via HP Onboard Administrator
Applications
- High Performance Computing clusters requiring low latency interconnects
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning training workloads
- Financial services for real-time analytics and risk modeling
- Scientific simulations and large data set processing
- Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and server consolidation
- Any environment that benefits from high bandwidth, low latency communication between servers
By leveraging the HP BladeSystem C-Class 56Gbps 4x FDR Infiniband Switch Module, organizations can achieve faster data movement, reduced processing delays, and greater overall system efficiency, making it an essential component for next-generation data center architectures.