The IBM 98Y6352 Mellanox SX6720 36-Port QSFP+ Switch is a high-performance enterprise network switch designed for data center and high-speed fabric environments. Built on Mellanox technology, it provides ultra-low latency and high-bandwidth switching, making it ideal for HPC (High Performance Computing), cloud infrastructure, and large-scale storage networks.
This switch features 36 QSFP+ ports, supporting high-speed 40GbE or InfiniBand connectivity depending on configuration. It is designed to handle heavy east-west traffic in modern data centers, delivering high throughput, scalability, and efficient network performance for mission-critical workloads.
Engineered for enterprise reliability, the SX6720 platform supports advanced switching capabilities, high port density, and flexible deployment options in rack-mounted environments. It is commonly used in IBM and Mellanox-based networking infrastructures.
Specifications:
- Part Number: 98Y6352
- Brand: IBM / Mellanox
- Model: SX6720
- Type: Enterprise Data Center Switch
- Ports: 36 x QSFP+ Ports
- Speed: Up to 40GbE per port (or InfiniBand depending on configuration)
- Interface Type: QSFP+
- Application: Data center networking / HPC / cloud / storage fabric
- Form Factor: Rack-mounted switch
- Condition: Used (unless otherwise specified)
Features:
- High-density 36-port QSFP+ switching platform
- Supports 40GbE or InfiniBand connectivity
- Ultra-low latency performance for data center workloads
- Designed for HPC, cloud, and storage networking environments
- High throughput and scalable architecture
- Reliable operation for enterprise 24/7 deployments
- Ideal for high-performance network fabric infrastructure
