Brand: Huawei | Category: Network Switches
SKU: 98011167 | Part #: 98011167 | MPN: 98011167
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The Huawei CloudEngine 6870 is a high-density 48-port 100GE core-spine switch purpose-built for hyperscale data center architectures. The platform delivers 9.6 Tbps aggregate throughput with a switching fabric optimized for east-west traffic patterns and minimal latency propagation across spine and leaf topology layers. Native support for VXLAN, EVPN, and segment routing enables seamless overlay network deployment in multi-tenant cloud environments.
The 6870 integrates Huawei's iLossless technology for lossless Ethernet operation, critical for high-performance computing clusters and storage-intensive workloads. Modular power and cooling subsystems support variable deployment densities and enable in-service hardware maintenance without traffic interruption. The platform ships with Huawei iMaster NCE integration for intent-driven network automation and real-time telemetry collection across distributed fabric nodes.
Designed for GCC regional cloud operators and hyperscale infrastructure providers, the CloudEngine 6870 addresses demand for 100GE density in core-spine roles where supply constraints have historically impacted deployment schedules. Production availability since Q2 2022 has established the model as a primary SKU for Saudi Arabia and UAE data center buildout programs.
| Manufacturer | Huawei |
| Model | CloudEngine 6870 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 98011167 |
| Port Configuration | 48 × 100GE |
| Aggregate Throughput | 9.6 Tbps |
| Switching Fabric Latency | <1 µs |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | 14.4 Bpps |
| Buffer Memory | 48 GB shared |
| Power Consumption | 10.8 kW (typical) |
| Form Factor | 19-inch rack-mount, 2U |
| Weight | 78 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0–45°C |
| Relative Humidity | 10–90% non-condensing |
| ASIC Architecture | Custom Huawei Kunpeng switching engine |
| Supported Protocols | VXLAN, EVPN, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, segment routing |
| Lossless Technology | iLossless (PFC, ECN, DCQCN) |
| Management Interface | Out-of-band Ethernet, Huawei iMaster NCE integration |
| Telemetry | gRPC-based streaming telemetry |
| Redundancy | Modular PSU and fan trays, N+1 configuration supported |
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| Brand | Huawei |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | 98011167 |
| Part Number | 98011167 |
| Condition | New |
| Model | CloudEngine 6870 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 98011167 |
| Port Configuration | 48 × 100GE |
| Aggregate Throughput | 9.6 Tbps |
| Switching Fabric Latency | <1 µs |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | 14.4 Bpps |
| Buffer Memory | 48 GB shared |
| Power Consumption | 10.8 kW (typical) |
| Form Factor | 19-inch rack-mount, 2U |
| Weight | 78 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0–45°C |
| Relative Humidity | 10–90% non-condensing |
| ASIC Architecture | Custom Huawei Kunpeng switching engine |
| Supported Protocols | VXLAN, EVPN, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, segment routing |
| Lossless Technology | iLossless (PFC, ECN, DCQCN) |
| Management Interface | Out-of-band Ethernet, Huawei iMaster NCE integration |
| Telemetry | gRPC-based streaming telemetry |
| Redundancy | Modular PSU and fan trays, N+1 configuration supported |
The Huawei CloudEngine 6870 48-Port 100GE Data Center Switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.
Key specifications for the Huawei CloudEngine 6870 48-Port 100GE Data Center Switch: new condition; manufacturer Huawei; model CloudEngine 6870; manufacturer part number 98011167; port configuration 48 × 100GE; aggregate throughput 9.6 Tbps; switching fabric latency <1 µs. Manufacturer part number 98011167. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
The Huawei CloudEngine 6870 48-Port 100GE Data Center Switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.
