Module Specs
- Type: Fabric Switching Engine
- Model: MX9116n
- Internal Ports: 16 x 25GbE
- External Ports: 4 x QSFP28 100GbE + 12 x QSFP28-DD (25GbE/100GbE breakout)
- Performance: 6.4Tbps switching bandwidth, 2380 Mpps forwarding rate
- Latency: Sub-450ns
- Fibre Channel: 8 x 32Gb FC supported (via breakout)
- Software: SmartFabric OS10 with support for BGP, OSPF, PBR, VXLAN, RoCEv2, iSCSI
- Chassis Compatibility: Dell PowerEdge MX7000
- Redundancy: Powered and cooled by MX7000 chassis
- Form Factor: MX7000 Fabric A/B I/O slot
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.18" x 17.11" x 10.94"
- Weight: 8.49 lbs (3.85 kg)
- Power Consumption: Max 260W, Typical 237W (with 5W optics)
- Operating Temp: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
- Management: USB 2.0 Type-A, Micro-USB Type-B console, SmartFabric Services
- Standards: IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1Qbb, 802.1Qaz, DCBx, LLDP, RSTP, MSTP, VRRP, Jumbo Frames, BFD
- Advanced Features: VXLAN, EVPN, BGP Add-Path, RoCEv2, RPM/ERPM, Streaming Telemetry
Part Number:
- MX9116N
The Dell MX9116n Fabric Switching Engine delivers 25GbE connectivity for PowerEdge MX7000 platforms with non-blocking, low-latency switching and breakout flexibility. It offers 16 internal 25GbE ports, 4 x 100GbE QSFP28 uplinks, and 12 x QSFP28-DD ports for uplinks, ICLs, or fabric expansion.
With support for up to 6.4Tbps bandwidth, 8 x 32Gb Fibre Channel, SmartFabric OS10, and full Layer 2/3 features, it is ideal for high-performance enterprise, cloud, or NFV environments. Designed for multi-chassis scaling, it supports up to 80 compute sleds across 10 MX7000 chassis via MX7116n expansion modules.
Compatible With:
- Dell Mx7000
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