Broadcom Trident 4X BCM56896 Data Center Switch ASIC
Brand: Broadcom | Category: Network Switches
SKU: BCM56896 | Part #: BCM56896 | MPN: BCM56896
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About the Broadcom Trident 4X BCM56896 Data Center Switch ASIC
The Broadcom Trident 4X BCM56896 Data Center Switch ASIC delivers 12.8 Tbps of switching capacity and a packet forwarding rate of up to 9.52 Bpps, providing line-rate performance for the most demanding data center environments. As part of Broadcom's StrataXGS product series, this monolithic switch ASIC is engineered for hyperscale cloud operators, AI infrastructure teams, and network architects deploying next-generation spine/leaf architectures and high-performance fabric networks.
The BCM56896 supports up to 32 x 400GbE ports alongside flexible port speeds ranging from 10GbE to 400GbE, enabling seamless integration into heterogeneous network topologies. Built on a programmable P4-based pipeline with Broadcom StrataXGS SDK support, this ASIC delivers advanced capabilities including VXLAN, MPLS, and Segment Routing (SRv6) encapsulation, in-band network telemetry (INT), and micro-burst detection. The shared on-chip packet buffer architecture with Virtual Output Queue (VOQ) support ensures optimal performance under congestion, while cut-through and store-and-forward forwarding modes provide flexibility for diverse switching scenarios. Full compatibility with SONiC, ONOS, and vendor NOS implementations, combined with OpenConfig standards support, positions the BCM56896 as the ideal choice for open networking deployments. Whether optimizing AI/ML fabric performance, scaling cloud switching infrastructure, or building disaggregated network solutions, this Broadcom ASIC delivers the programmability, throughput, and feature density required for modern data centers.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Broadcom
- Manufacturer Part Number: BCM56896
- Switching Capacity: 12.8 Tbps
- Packet Forwarding Rate: Up to 9.52 Bpps
- Maximum 400GbE Ports: 32 x 400GbE
- Supported Port Speeds: 10GbE, 25GbE, 50GbE, 100GbE, 200GbE, 400GbE
- Encapsulation Support: VXLAN, MPLS, Segment Routing (SRv6)
- Programmability: P4-based programmable pipeline, OpenConfig, StrataXGS SDK
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Broadcom |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | BCM56896 |
| Part Number | BCM56896 |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BCM56896 |
| Product Family | Trident 4X |
| Product Series | StrataXGS |
| ASIC Type | Data Center Switch ASIC |
| Switching Capacity | 12.8 Tbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | Up to 9.52 Bpps |
| Maximum 400GbE Ports | 32 x 400GbE |
| Supported Port Speeds | 10GbE, 25GbE, 50GbE, 100GbE, 200GbE, 400GbE |
| Forwarding Architecture | Cut-through and store-and-forward |
| Buffer Architecture | Shared on-chip packet buffer with VOQ support |
| Encapsulation Support | VXLAN, MPLS, Segment Routing (SRv6) |
| Telemetry Features | In-band Network Telemetry (INT), Streaming Telemetry, Micro-burst detection |
| Routing Protocols Supported | IPv4, IPv6, ECMP, BGP EVPN (NOS-dependent) |
| Programmability | P4-based programmable pipeline, OpenConfig, StrataXGS SDK |
| NOS Compatibility | SONiC, ONOS, vendor NOS implementations |
| SDK | Broadcom StrataXGS SDK |
| Form Factor | Monolithic switch ASIC (bare die / packaged for OEM integration) |
| Target Applications | Data center spine/leaf, AI/ML fabric, open networking, cloud switching |
Frequently Asked Questions about Broadcom Trident 4X BCM56896 Data Center Switch ASIC
Does the Broadcom Trident 4X BCM56896 Data Center Switch ASIC support our SFP transceivers?
Most enterprise switches ship without transceivers; we quote vendor-matched optics alongside the switch (Cisco-genuine for Catalyst/Nexus, HPE/Aruba-genuine for CX, Juniper-genuine for QFX/EX). Third-party MSA-compatible options are also available at lower cost — specify preference in the RFQ.
Do you provide stacking / VPC / MLAG configuration help?
Yes — our network engineers can pre-stage stacking, VPC pairs, MLAG, EVPN-VXLAN, or fabric extender configurations in advance, or provide remote commissioning. Add commissioning to your RFQ.
What software licensing is included?
Switch software licensing varies by vendor. Cisco DNA / Cisco DCNM, Aruba CX licensing tiers, Juniper Premium, NVIDIA Cumulus — we quote the licensing tier matched to your features (BGP-EVPN, telemetry, automation). No surprises later.
Is the support global?
Yes — manufacturer hardware support is global (return-to-vendor or advance replacement depending on tier). For 24x7 same-day on-site replacement, attach a SmartNet / Foundation Care / J-Care contract during quoting.