Huawei CloudEngine 6870 V2

Huawei CloudEngine 6870 V2

Brand: Huawei | Category: Network Switches

SKU: 98011023 | Part #: 98011023 | MPN: 98011023

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About the Huawei CloudEngine 6870 V2

The Huawei CloudEngine 6870 V2 is a high-performance, modular core campus and data center aggregation switch engineered for large-scale enterprise networks, AI computing clusters, and cloud infrastructure deployments. Built on Huawei's advanced switching architecture, the CE6870 V2 delivers high-density 25GE and 100GE connectivity within a compact chassis form factor, supporting line-rate forwarding across all ports to eliminate bottlenecks in bandwidth-intensive environments. Its hardware architecture is designed to handle demanding east-west traffic patterns characteristic of distributed AI training workloads and hyperconverged infrastructure.

The CloudEngine 6870 V2 supports rich Layer 2 and Layer 3 feature sets including VXLAN, EVPN, SR-MPLS, and advanced QoS capabilities, enabling flexible fabric deployments for spine-leaf data center topologies and high-availability campus core roles. The switch integrates Huawei's iStack intelligent stacking technology and supports hitless software upgrades, ensuring continuous operation in production environments where unplanned downtime carries significant business impact. Comprehensive telemetry and streaming analytics support integration with Huawei's iMaster NCE network management platform for intent-driven automation and real-time network visibility.

Targeted at enterprise IT teams, data center operators, and organizations scaling AI and machine learning infrastructure across UAE, GCC, EMEA, and APAC regions, the CE6870 V2 is available through Omnixon Global. Its combination of port density, programmable forwarding, and operational automation features positions it as a versatile platform for organizations consolidating campus core and data center aggregation roles onto a single, future-ready switching platform.

Ideal for

  • Data center spine-leaf fabric deployment providing high-density 25GE server access and 100GE uplink aggregation for hyperconverged and virtualized workloads
  • AI and machine learning cluster interconnect requiring lossless, low-latency fabric with RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) support for GPU-to-GPU communication
  • Large enterprise campus core aggregation consolidating multi-building distribution layers with redundant high-capacity uplinks and advanced QoS for unified communications
  • Multi-tenant cloud and private cloud environments utilizing VXLAN and EVPN overlays to deliver scalable network virtualization and workload mobility
  • Enterprise WAN edge aggregation leveraging SR-MPLS and advanced routing protocols to integrate campus and branch networks with MPLS backbone services
  • Network modernization and cloud-managed campus transformation projects requiring zero-touch provisioning, streaming telemetry, and centralized intent-based policy management

Technical specifications

ManufacturerHuawei
Manufacturer Part Number98011023
Product SeriesCloudEngine 6870 V2
Form FactorModular Chassis
Switching Capacity12.8 Tbps
Forwarding Performance4800 Mpps
Fixed 25GE SFP28 Ports48
Fixed 100GE QSFP28 Uplink Ports6
Layer 2 FeaturesVXLAN, EVPN, STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP, QinQ
Layer 3 FeaturesIPv4/IPv6, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, MPLS, SR-MPLS
Network VirtualizationVXLAN with BGP EVPN control plane
Stacking TechnologyiStack (intelligent stacking)
Management & AutomationHuawei iMaster NCE integration, NETCONF/YANG, gRPC streaming telemetry, SNMP, OpenConfig
High AvailabilityHitless software upgrade (ISSU), redundant power supplies, 1+1 power redundancy
Power SupplyDual redundant AC/DC power supply modules
CoolingFront-to-rear and rear-to-front airflow options
Operating Temperature0°C to 45°C
Storage Temperature–40°C to 70°C
Standards ComplianceIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1ax, IEEE 802.3ad, RFC 4364, RFC 7432

Available from Omnixon Global. Submit an RFQ and our team will confirm configuration and availability for your order.

Technical Specifications

BrandHuawei
CategoryNetwork Switches
SKU98011023
Part Number98011023
ConditionNew
Manufacturer Part Number98011023
Product SeriesCloudEngine 6870 V2
Form FactorModular Chassis
Switching Capacity12.8 Tbps
Forwarding Performance4800 Mpps
Fixed 25GE SFP28 Ports48
Fixed 100GE QSFP28 Uplink Ports6
Layer 2 FeaturesVXLAN, EVPN, STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP, QinQ
Layer 3 FeaturesIPv4/IPv6, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, MPLS, SR-MPLS
Network VirtualizationVXLAN with BGP EVPN control plane
Stacking TechnologyiStack (intelligent stacking)
Management & AutomationHuawei iMaster NCE integration, NETCONF/YANG, gRPC streaming telemetry, SNMP, OpenConfig
High AvailabilityHitless software upgrade (ISSU), redundant power supplies, 1+1 power redundancy
Power SupplyDual redundant AC/DC power supply modules
CoolingFront-to-rear and rear-to-front airflow options
Operating Temperature0°C to 45°C
Storage Temperature–40°C to 70°C
Standards ComplianceIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1ax, IEEE 802.3ad, RFC 4364, RFC 7432

Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei CloudEngine 6870 V2

Does the Huawei CloudEngine 6870 V2 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.