NVIDIA Mellanox MSX6710-FB2F2 36-Port FDR 56 Gb/s InfiniBand 1U Switch: This is a SwitchX-2 based 36-port QSFP+ InfiniBand top-of-rack switch (MPN MSX6710-FB2F2) with dual AC power supplies, x86 dual-core management CPU, and short-depth chassis. This IS a 1U FDR (56 Gb/s per port) managed switch running MLNX-OS. This IS NOT a 100 Gb/s EDR or 200 Gb/s HDR-class platform (see SB7700/QM8700 series), and IS NOT a single-PSU model. This is a refurbished unit.
Engineering Context
The MSX6710-FB2F2 provides 36 QSFP+ ports operating at FDR (56 Gb/s per port, 4x14G), yielding 4.032 Tb/s non-blocking aggregate switching capacity. The x86 dual-core onboard CPU runs MLNX-OS for fabric configuration, embedded subnet manager support, SNMP, and routing. Dual AC PSUs deliver hot-swap power redundancy. The short-depth 1U chassis is configured for the airflow direction designated by the -FB suffix; verify direction marking against your hot-aisle/cold-aisle convention prior to installation. Sub-microsecond port-to-port latency is typical for the SwitchX-2 ASIC generation.
Deployment & Use Cases
HPC cluster leaf switching for InfiniBand fabrics requiring FDR 56 Gb/s per node. AI and deep learning training rigs interconnecting multi-GPU nodes with low-latency InfiniBand. Financial trading and real-time analytics platforms where IB latency advantages over Ethernet matter. Lustre, GPFS, and BeeGFS storage fabrics. Short-depth racks where extended-depth switches do not fit physically.
Technical Specifications
- OEM: NVIDIA Mellanox
- Part Number: MSX6710-FB2F2
- Form Factor: 1U Standalone, Short Depth
- Port Count: 36 x QSFP+
- Switching ASIC: SwitchX-2
- Per-Port Data Rate: FDR 56 Gb/s InfiniBand (4x14G)
- Aggregate Switching Capacity: 4.032 Tb/s non-blocking
- Management CPU: x86 Dual-Core
- Operating System: MLNX-OS
- Power Supply: 2 x AC (redundant, hot-swap)
- Airflow: Per -FB chassis variant - verify direction before install
- Compliance: RoHS6
- Condition: Refurbished - Tested by T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS
Compatibility & Constraints
Compatible with Mellanox FDR-capable host channel adapters including ConnectX-3 and ConnectX-3 Pro at 56 Gb/s line rate. FDR10 (40 Gb/s) HCAs will autonegotiate to lower link rates. Requires a subnet manager (embedded SM via MLNX-OS for small to mid-size fabrics; OpenSM or NVIDIA UFM for larger). Both PSUs must be powered for hot-swap redundancy benefit. Not a substitute for newer EDR or HDR switches where 100/200 Gb/s per port is required. Confirm short-depth chassis fits your rack rail inventory.
Why Choose T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS
T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS tests every InfiniBand switch for per-port link integrity, MLNX-OS boot, both-PSU operation, fan tray health, and chassis condition before shipment. We provide expert consultation on InfiniBand fabric design, global shipping, and comprehensive warranty. Visit T.E.S IT-SOLUTIONS. Handling time 1-3 business days.