NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S)
Brand: NVIDIA | Category: Network Switches
SKU: SN2500-1S | Part #: SN2500-1S | MPN: SN2500-1S
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About the NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S)
The NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500-1S features redundant, hot-swappable AC power supplies designed for high-availability deployments where unplanned downtime is unacceptable. This 1U rack-mount switch delivers enterprise-grade reliability alongside exceptional throughput, making it the choice for network engineers and infrastructure architects managing mission-critical data center environments.
Built on the NVIDIA Spectrum-2 ASIC, the SN2500-1S (part number SN2500-1S) combines 48 x QSFP28 (100GbE) ports with 2 x QSFP-DD (400GbE) ports to support mixed-speed fabric architectures. The switch delivers 12.8 Tbps switching capacity and forwards traffic at up to 9.52 Bpps, with sub-microsecond latency in cut-through mode. Flexible forwarding modes—cut-through and store-and-forward—enable both low-latency and reliable packet delivery. Eight QoS queues per port provide granular traffic prioritization. The platform runs NVIDIA Cumulus Linux and supports BGP, OSPF, ECMP, and BGP EVPN for dynamic routing, plus VXLAN overlay networking and IEEE 1588 PTP timing synchronization. Redundant, hot-swappable fan modules and selectable airflow options (port-side exhaust and port-side intake) simplify thermal management across diverse rack configurations. Out-of-band management via RJ45 and RS-232 console access ensure operational control in all scenarios. Operating range spans 0°C to 45°C.
Typical Enterprise Workloads
- High-performance computing (HPC) cluster interconnects requiring sub-microsecond latency and massive bisection bandwidth
- Multi-tenant cloud and hyperscaler data centers leveraging EVPN and VXLAN for workload isolation and scaling
- Storage area network (SAN) fabrics where redundant power and hot-swappable components minimize maintenance windows
- Real-time financial trading and media delivery platforms demanding predictable, low-latency packet forwarding
- Disaster recovery and failover architectures using dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) across geographically distributed sites
Contact Omnixon Global to request a quotation for the NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500-1S and discuss integration into your network architecture.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | NVIDIA |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | SN2500-1S |
| Part Number | SN2500-1S |
| Condition | New |
| Interface | 400GbE |
| Speed | 400GbE |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SN2500-1S |
| Switch ASIC | NVIDIA Spectrum-2 |
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mount |
| 100GbE Ports | 48 x QSFP28 (100GbE) |
| 400GbE Ports | 2 x QSFP-DD (400GbE) |
| Switching Capacity | 12.8 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 9.52 Bpps |
| Forwarding Mode | Cut-through and store-and-forward |
| Latency | Sub-microsecond (cut-through mode) |
| QoS Queues | 8 queues per port |
| Routing Protocols | BGP, OSPF, ECMP, BGP EVPN |
| Overlay Support | VXLAN |
| Timing Support | IEEE 1588 PTP |
| Operating System | NVIDIA Cumulus Linux |
| Management Interfaces | 1 x RJ45 out-of-band management, 1 x RS-232 console |
| Power Supplies | Redundant, hot-swappable AC power supplies |
| Fans | Hot-swappable, redundant fan modules |
| Airflow Options | Port-side exhaust (PSE) and port-side intake (PSI) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C |
| Regulatory Compliance | FCC, CE, RoHS |
Frequently Asked Questions about NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S)
What does the NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S) do?
The NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S) 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 Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S)?
Key specifications for the NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S): new condition; network type Ethernet Switch; network port config 48x 100GbE + 8x 400GbE; network speed 100/400GbE; network switching capacity 12.8 Tbps; network forwarding rate 9.52 Bpps; network power consumption 300W. Manufacturer part number SN2500-1S. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S) compatible with my infrastructure?
The NVIDIA Spectrum SN2500 - 100/400GbE (SN2500-1S) 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.