NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600
Brand: NVIDIA | Category: Network Switches
SKU: SN3600-4S | Part #: SN3600-4S | MPN: SN3600-4S
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About the NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600
The NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600 delivers 12.8 Tbps of switching capacity with a forwarding rate of approximately 4.76 Bpps, providing true line-rate performance for demanding data center and high-performance computing environments. Built on the NVIDIA Spectrum-2 ASIC architecture, the SN3600-4S (part number MSN3600-VS2FO) is engineered as a non-blocking fabric switch that eliminates performance bottlenecks in modern network infrastructure. The switch features 64 × QSFP56 400GbE ports with extensive breakout flexibility, supporting configurations ranging from 512 × 10GbE through 128 × 200GbE, allowing network architects to right-size port density for mixed-speed deployments. The 2U rack-mount form factor integrates redundant hot-swappable power supplies available in both AC and DC variants, along with redundant fan modules and selectable airflow directions (front-to-rear or rear-to-front) for thermal optimization in any data center layout.
Network engineers and infrastructure teams deploying hyperscale cloud, AI clusters, and storage-area networks choose the NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600 for its comprehensive protocol support spanning Layer 2 (VLAN, MSTP, LACP, LLDP, MLAG) and Layer 3 (BGP, OSPF, ECMP, VXLAN, EVPN) environments. RoCEv2 (RDMA over Converged Ethernet v2) acceleration enables low-latency, high-throughput data transfers critical for machine learning and HPC workloads. The switch runs NVIDIA Onyx or Cumulus Linux, with management capabilities including SNMP, OpenConfig, gNMI, NETCONF, and REST API alongside in-band network telemetry and hardware-based streaming telemetry through NVIDIA UFM for real-time visibility into fabric health and performance.
For organizations requiring proven, carrier-grade switching capacity at scale, the SN3600-4S combines performance, flexibility, and operational resilience. Omnixon Global can provide detailed specifications, configuration guidance, and competitive RFQ support for the NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600 and complementary network infrastructure components—contact us today to discuss your deployment requirements.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | NVIDIA |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | SN3600-4S |
| Part Number | SN3600-4S |
| Condition | New |
| Interface | 100GbE |
| Speed | 100GbE |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MSN3600-VS2FO |
| Switch ASIC | NVIDIA Spectrum-2 |
| Total Switching Capacity | 12.8 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | ~4.76 Bpps |
| Port Configuration | 64 x QSFP56 400GbE ports |
| Breakout Support | 128 x 200GbE, 256 x 100GbE, 512 x 50GbE, 256 x 40GbE, 512 x 25GbE, 512 x 10GbE |
| Management Port | 1 x 10/100/1000 Base-T out-of-band management port |
| Console Port | 1 x RJ-45 serial console port |
| Form Factor | 2U rack-mount |
| Supported Network Operating Systems | NVIDIA Onyx, Cumulus Linux |
| Fabric Architecture | Non-blocking |
| Power Supplies | Redundant hot-swappable PSUs (AC and DC options available) |
| Fan Modules | Hot-swappable redundant fans |
| Airflow Options | Port-side exhaust (front-to-rear) and port-side intake (rear-to-front) |
| Layer 2 Protocols | VLAN, MSTP, LACP, LLDP, MLAG |
| Layer 3 Protocols | BGP, OSPF, ECMP, VXLAN, EVPN |
| RDMA Support | RoCEv2 (RDMA over Converged Ethernet v2) |
| Telemetry | In-band network telemetry, sFlow, hardware-based streaming telemetry via NVIDIA UFM |
| Management Protocols | SNMP, OpenConfig, gNMI, NETCONF, REST API |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Frequently Asked Questions about NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600
What does the NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600 do?
The NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600 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 SN3600?
Key specifications for the NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600: new condition; network type Ethernet Switch; network port config 128x 100GbE QSFP28; network speed 100GbE; network switching capacity 25.6 Tbps; network forwarding rate 19.05 Bpps; network power consumption 700W. Manufacturer part number SN3600-4S. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600 compatible with my infrastructure?
The NVIDIA Spectrum SN3600 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.