CloudEngine S6730-H-V2 Series 10 GE Switches

The CloudEngine S6730-H-V2 series offers a range of next generation 10 GE routing switches with 24, 28, or 48 downlink ports plus 6 x 40 GE uplink ports — which can be expanded to 100 GE through licensing — and one extended slot.

Built on Huawei's unified software platform , the series offers a range of various Intent-Driven Network (IDN) features, including support for Virtual Extensible Local Area Network (VXLAN) technology, which builds one network for multiple purposes. Meanwhile, a free mobility feature ensures a consistent user experience.

The S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 is a next-generation enterprise-class core and aggregation switch designed to meet the evolving demands of modern networks. Part of Huawei's CloudEngine S6730-H-V2 series, this switch offers high performance, flexibility, and advanced features suitable for various networking scenarios.

Key Features

The S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 boasts several notable features: 

▪ High Port Density: Equipped with 28 x 10 GE SFP+ downlink ports and 6 x 40/100 GE QSFP28 uplink ports, providing ample connectivity options.
▪ Flexible Uplink Ports: Default 40 Gbit/s uplink ports can be upgraded to 100 GE through licensing, allowing for scalable network growth.
▪ Advanced VXLAN Support: Supports Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) for network virtualization, enabling the creation of multiple virtual networks over a physical infrastructure.
▪ High Switching Capacity: Offers a switching capacity of up to 2.4 Tbps, ensuring efficient data forwarding and minimal latency.
▪ Redundant Power Supply: Features dual pluggable power modules with 1+1 redundancy, enhancing system reliability.
▪ Intelligent Stack (iStack): Supports iStack technology, allowing multiple switches to function as a single logical device for simplified management and enhanced scalability.
▪ Comprehensive Security Features: Includes various security mechanisms such as 802.1X authentication, MAC address filtering, and port security to safeguard network integrity.
▪ Energy Efficiency: Designed with energy-saving features to reduce power consumption without compromising performance.
▪ Robust Quality of Service (QoS): Provides advanced QoS capabilities to prioritize critical traffic and ensure optimal performance for essential applications.
▪ Enhanced O&M: Offers intelligent operations and maintenance features, including real-time monitoring and diagnostics, to simplify network management.

Technical Specifications

Below are the key technical specifications of the S6730-H28X6CZ-V2:Fixed Ports:28 x 10 GE SFP+
Uplink Ports:6 x 40/100 GE QSFP28
Extended Slots:1 extended slot
Switching Capacity:1.76 Tbps / 2.4 Tbps
Forwarding Performance:490 Mpps
Power Supply:Dual pluggable power modules, 1+1 redundancy
Dimensions (W x D x H):442 mm x 420 mm x 43.6 mm
Weight:7.06 kg

Applications

The S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 is versatile and can be deployed in various scenarios: 

▪ Enterprise Campus Networks: Serves as a core or aggregation switch, providing high-speed connectivity and advanced features to support large-scale enterprise environments.
▪ Data Centers: Functions as a top-of-rack (ToR) or end-of-row (EoR) switch, offering high-density 10 GE ports and flexible uplink options for efficient data center networking.
▪ Service Provider Networks: Suitable for aggregation and core layers, delivering robust performance and scalability to meet the demands of service provider infrastructures.

Advanced Networking Capabilities

The S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 is equipped with advanced networking features to enhance performance and flexibility:

VXLAN Support

The switch supports VXLAN L2 and L3 gateways, enabling the creation of virtualized networks over a shared physical infrastructure. This capability allows for the segmentation of network resources and supports multi-tenant environments.

Intelligent Stack (iStack)

With iStack technology, multiple S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 switches can be interconnected to form a single logical device. This simplifies network management and enhances scalability, allowing for seamless network expansion.

Comprehensive Security

The switch offers robust security features, including:▪ 802.1X Authentication: Ensures that only authorized devices can access the network.
▪ MAC Address Filtering: Allows for the control of device access based on MAC addresses.
▪ Port Security: Protects against unauthorized access by limiting the number of valid MAC addresses allowed on a port.

Management and Maintenance

The S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 simplifies network management and maintenance through: 

▪ Cloud Management: Supports cloud-managed network services throughout the full lifecycle, from planning and deployment to monitoring and optimization.
▪ Intelligent O&M: Provides real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and analytics to proactively identify and resolve network issues.
▪ Unified User Management: Authenticates both wired and wireless users, ensuring a consistent experience across the network.

Energy Efficiency

Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 incorporates: 

▪ Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE): Reduces power consumption during periods of low network activity.
▪ Intelligent Fan Control: Adjusts fan speed based on system temperature to minimize energy usage.
▪ Low-Power Components: Utilizes high-efficiency power supplies and components to decrease overall energy consumption.

Quality of Service (QoS)

Traffic Prioritization

The S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 provides advanced QoS features to ensure optimal performance for critical applications. It supports traffic classification, queue scheduling, and congestion control to prioritize essential data.

Bandwidth Management

With flexible bandwidth management, network administrators can allocate resources efficiently, ensuring high-priority applications receive the necessary bandwidth while preventing congestion.

Low-Latency Forwarding

The switch minimizes delay with its high-performance forwarding architecture, making it suitable for latency-sensitive applications such as VoIP and video conferencing.

Reliability and Redundancy

The S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 ensures network reliability with built-in redundancy and failover mechanisms: 

▪ 1+1 Redundant Power Supply:  Supports hot-swappable power modules for uninterrupted operation.
▪ Intelligent Link Backup:  Automatically reroutes traffic in case of link failure to maintain connectivity.
▪ Loop Prevention Mechanisms:  Supports STP, RSTP, and MSTP to prevent network loops.

Use Cases

This switch is ideal for a variety of network environments: 

▪ Large Enterprises:  Provides high-speed connectivity and security for large corporate networks.
▪ Service Providers:  Acts as an aggregation or core switch in ISP and carrier networks.
▪ Government and Education:  Supports secure and scalable networking solutions for institutions.

Conclusion

The Huawei S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 is a powerful, flexible, and feature-rich switch designed for modern networking needs. Its high-performance switching capacity, advanced security features, and energy-efficient design make it an excellent choice for enterprises, data centers, and service providers looking for a scalable and reliable solution.

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S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 (02354VCR) Overview

Table 4-27 Basic information about the S6730-H28X6CZ-V2

Components

Figure 4-10 S6730-H28X6CZ-V2 appearance

Ports

Table 4-28 Ports on the S6730-H28X6CZ-V2

Indicators and Buttons

Figure 4-11 Indicators on the switch
Table 4-29 Description of indicators on the switch

Table 4-30 Description of service port indicators in different modes (two indicators for each port)

Table 4-31 Description of service port indicators in different modes (one indicator for each port)

Power Supply System

The switch can use a single power module or two power modules for 1+1 power redundancy. Pluggable AC and DC power modules can be used together in the same switch.

Heat Dissipation System

The switch uses pluggable fan modules for forced air cooling. Air flows in from the right and front sides, and exhausts from the rear panel.

This figure only shows the airflow direction and does not depict the actual device.

Technical Specifications

Table 4-32 Technical specifications of the S6730-H28X6CZ-V2