NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment

NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment

Brand: NVIDIA | Category: Network Switches

SKU: MSB7900-CS2F | Part #: MSB7900-CS2F | MPN: MSB7900-CS2F

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About the NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment

The NVIDIA MSB7900-CS2F delivers non-blocking, cut-through switching architecture with sub-microsecond port-to-port latency, eliminating the packet buffering delays inherent in store-and-forward designs. Built on the NVIDIA Quantum ASIC and certified to the InfiniBand Trade Association HDR specification, this director-class chassis switch enables 200Gb/s per port throughput across a modular, redundant platform purpose-built for high-performance computing and data center fabrics. For network engineers and AI infrastructure teams evaluating enterprise-grade interconnect solutions, the MSB7900-CS2F combines deterministic low latency with adaptive and source-based routing to streamline both North-South and East-West traffic patterns in mission-critical environments.

The MSB7900-CS2F integrates NVIDIA's In-Network Computing capabilities—including MPI tag matching, collective offload, and barrier operations—to accelerate distributed applications at the fabric level. Hot-swappable redundant power supplies and fans ensure continuous operation, while front-to-rear airflow (denoted by the CS2F designation) simplifies thermal management in dense rack deployments. NVIDIA Unified Fabric Manager (UFM) compatibility provides centralized monitoring and orchestration, and native Linux support via the MLNX_OFED driver stack enables rapid integration into existing IT infrastructure. RoCE bridging capability extends InfiniBand reach to Converged Ethernet domains where enterprise environments demand hardware-accelerated RDMA performance.

Enterprise Deployment Scenarios

  • High-performance computing clusters requiring sub-microsecond fabric latency and non-blocking switching for tightly coupled workloads
  • AI and machine learning infrastructure where collective offload and MPI acceleration reduce training iteration time
  • Large-scale storage and database environments leveraging RoCE bridging for converged network simplification
  • Mission-critical data center upgrades where redundant hot-swap components and UFM management minimize planned and unplanned downtime
  • Hybrid InfiniBand and Ethernet environments requiring adaptive routing and standards-based IBTA HDR compliance

Contact Omnixon Global to request a detailed quotation for the NVIDIA MSB7900-CS2F and discuss integration options for your enterprise network architecture.

Technical Specifications

BrandNVIDIA
CategoryNetwork Switches
SKUMSB7900-CS2F
Part NumberMSB7900-CS2F
ConditionNew
Speed400/800GbE
Manufacturer Part NumberMSB7900-CS2F
Product LineQuantum HDR InfiniBand
Switch ASICNVIDIA Quantum
InfiniBand StandardHDR (High Data Rate) InfiniBand
Port Speed200Gb/s per port
Form FactorChassis (Director-class modular switch)
Switching ArchitectureNon-blocking, cut-through
LatencySub-microsecond port-to-port
Routing SupportAdaptive routing, source-based routing
In-Network ComputingMPI tag matching, collective offload, barrier operations
ManagementNVIDIA Unified Fabric Manager (UFM) compatible
RedundancyRedundant hot-swap power supplies and fans
CoolingFront-to-rear airflow (CS2F designation indicates specific airflow direction)
Protocol SupportInfiniBand, RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet bridging capable)
Operating System CompatibilityLinux (MLNX_OFED driver stack)
Standards ComplianceInfiniBand Trade Association (IBTA) HDR specification

Frequently Asked Questions about NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment

What does the NVIDIA NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment do?

The NVIDIA NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment 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/Juniper/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the NVIDIA NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment?

Key specifications for the NVIDIA NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment: new condition; network type Switch System; network port config 64-slot chassis; network speed 400/800GbE; network switching capacity 409.6 Tbps; network forwarding rate 304.8 Bpps; network power consumption 16000W. Manufacturer part number MSB7900-CS2F. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the NVIDIA NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment compatible with my infrastructure?

The NVIDIA NVIDIA MSB7900 Network Equipment 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.