HPE JL279A 6960 32QSFP28 32ports Ethernet switch

HPE JL279A Altoline 6960 32-Port 100 GbE 1U Switch

Overview

The HPE JL279A is a high-density 1U top-of-rack switch built for data center and spine-layer deployments requiring large numbers of 100 GbE ports in a compact chassis. It provides 32 QSFP28 ports that support native 100 GbE and breakout options for 25 GbE or 50 GbE, enabling flexible high-speed connectivity for modern network fabrics. With an internal switching capacity of approximately 3.2 Tbps, it ensures non-blocking throughput for latency-sensitive workloads. The system includes front-to-back airflow, hot-swappable dual AC power supplies, and redundant fans optimized for data-center rack environments. The switch operates via ONIE, allowing deployment of third-party network operating systems suited for open-networking infrastructures. This makes the JL279A an ideal choice for enterprise or cloud environments requiring scalable, programmable network solutions.

Key Features

• 32 × QSFP28 ports supporting 100 GbE and breakout options.

• 3.2 Tbps switching capacity with non-blocking architecture.

• Front-to-back airflow with dual AC power redundancy.

• Supports ONIE for flexible OS deployment.

• Ideal for data center spine or aggregation applications.

Technical Specifications