Mellanox MSX1012X-2BFS 12x QSFP+ 10Gb - Ethernet Switch

The Mellanox MSX1012X-2BFS is an excellent switch due to its exceptional 10GbE performance via QSFP+ ports, high port density and unique flexibility, and operational efficiency, making it a superb choice for demanding data center and HPC environments. Its exceptional 10GbE performance is driven by its ability to deliver up to 240 Gb/s (480 Gb/s full duplex) of non-blocking throughput with ultra-low port-to-port latency, ensuring rapid data transfer and immediate response for even the most latency-sensitive applications and large-scale data processing workloads. This translates directly into overall improved system efficiency. Its high port density and unique flexibility are evident in its 12 QSFP+ ports, which, when used with breakout cables, can provide up to 48 x 10GbE connections from a single 1U device. The half-width design further enhances flexibility by enabling two switches to fit into a single 1U rack space, maximizing rack utilization and providing options for redundancy or increased port count in a compact footprint. Finally, its operational efficiency is achieved through its low power consumption, optimized for scale-out data center deployments, contributing to lower operational costs. These collective capabilities make it an ideal device for building a highly responsive, scalable, and cost-effective 10GbE network infrastructure.
The Mellanox MSX1012X-2BFS is perfect for:

• Top-of-Rack (ToR) Deployments: Its high density of 10/40GbE ports makes it ideal for connecting servers within a single rack to the network spine.
• High-Performance Computing (HPC): The ultra-low latency and high bandwidth are crucial for HPC clusters where inter-node communication speed is paramount.
• Cloud Data Centers: Supports the demands of virtualized and cloud environments requiring high-speed, scalable, and efficient networking.
• Storage Connectivity (Ethernet-based): Excellent for connecting network-attached storage (NAS) or software-defined storage (SDS) systems that utilize Ethernet for data transfer.
• Flexible and Space-Constrained Environments: Its half-width design allows for two switches to be placed side-by-side in a single 1U rack space, maximizing port density per rack unit.