Huawei CloudEngine CE6850-48S4Q-EI 48-Port 10G / 4-Port 40G Data Center Switch

The Huawei CloudEngine CE6850-48S4Q-EI is a high-performance Layer 2/Layer 3 managed data-center switch designed for high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet server access, network aggregation, cloud computing, virtualization and enterprise data-center environments.

Featuring 48 × 10GE SFP+ ports and 4 × 40GE QSFP+ ports, the CE6850-48S4Q-EI provides high-density server connectivity together with high-bandwidth uplinks for aggregation, core and spine network infrastructure.

48 × 10GbE SFP+ Ports

The switch provides 48 SFP+ interfaces for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. These ports are ideal for connecting servers, virtualization hosts, storage systems and other high-speed network equipment using compatible optical transceivers or direct-attach cables.

4 × 40GbE QSFP+ Ports

The CE6850-48S4Q-EI provides 4 × 40GE QSFP+ interfaces for high-bandwidth uplinks and network aggregation. Compatible 40G optical modules and cabling can be selected according to fiber type and transmission-distance requirements.

1.28Tbps Switching Capacity

The switch delivers a specified 1.28 Tbit/s switching capacity with a forwarding performance of up to 960 Mpps, providing the throughput required for high-density data-center networking.

Advanced Layer 3 Routing

The CE6850-48S4Q-EI supports advanced IPv4 routing functionality including RIP, OSPF, BGP and IS-IS, making it suitable for complex enterprise and data-center network architectures.

IPv6 Support

IPv6 capabilities are supported alongside IPv4, allowing the switch to be deployed in modern dual-stack network environments.

iStack Device Virtualization

iStack device virtualization allows compatible switches to be managed and operated as a more unified switching system, simplifying network architecture and management.

M-LAG Network Virtualization

The CE6850 platform supports M-LAG, enabling resilient multi-device connections for servers, storage systems and downstream network equipment while reducing dependency on a single physical switch.

FCoE Network Convergence

FCoE functionality allows Ethernet and storage traffic to be integrated into compatible converged data-center network environments.

OpenFlow & NetStream

The switch supports OpenFlow programmability and NetStream traffic analysis, providing additional options for network automation, monitoring and traffic visibility.

VLAN, ACL, QoS & LACP

Enterprise network-management features include VLAN, ACL, QoS and LACP. These functions provide network segmentation, access control, traffic prioritization and aggregated network links for demanding enterprise applications.

Key Specifications

Manufacturer	Huawei
Product Family	CloudEngine CE6800 Series
Model	CE6850-48S4Q-EI
Product Type	Data Center Managed Ethernet Switch
10G Base-T Ports	None
10GbE Ports	48 × SFP+
40GbE Ports	4 × QSFP+
Switching Capacity	1.28 Tbit/s
Forwarding Rate	960 Mpps
Device Virtualization	iStack
Network Virtualization	M-LAG
Network Convergence	FCoE
Programmability	OpenFlow
Traffic Analysis	NetStream
VLAN	Supported
ACL	Supported
QoS	Supported
Link Aggregation	LACP
IPv4 Routing	RIP, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS
IPv6	Supported
MAC Address Table	Up to 128K
Airflow Options	Front-to-Back or Back-to-Front depending on fan configuration

Typical Applications

• Enterprise Data Centers
• 10GbE Server Access
• 40GbE Network Aggregation
• Top-of-Rack Switching
• Leaf-Spine Network Architectures
• Cloud Computing Infrastructure
• Virtualization Clusters
• Enterprise Storage Networks
• High-Performance Computing Networks
• Data Center Core and Aggregation Networks

Important Configuration Information

The CE6850-48S4Q-EI base configuration may be supplied without power modules and fan modules depending on the exact product bundle. Power supplies, fans, airflow direction, optical modules and other accessories should therefore be confirmed individually before purchase.

SFP+ and QSFP+ transceivers, DAC/AOC cables and fiber-optic cables are not automatically included unless specifically stated in the package.