The MBM-XEM-001 is a 10 Gigabit Ethernet Layer 2 switch module for Supermicro MicroBlade enclosures, based on the Intel FM6348. It is for MicroBlade installations that need 10G blade connectivity with 40G QSFP uplinks.
Key features
- Intel FM6348 switch chip
- 56x 10/1Gbps internal downlink ports
- 4x 40Gbps QSFP external uplinks
- 960 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity
- Browser-based management, RS-232 serial and USB ports
Specifications
| Access ports | 56x 10/1Gbps internal downlinks |
|---|---|
| Uplinks | 4x 40Gbps QSFP |
| Switching capacity | 960 Gbps (non-blocking) |
| Layer | Layer 2 |
| Management | Browser-based management, RS-232 serial console, USB |
| Form factor | MicroBlade enclosure switch module |
| Power supply | Powered by MicroBlade enclosure (140 W consumption) |
Frequently asked questions
What uplinks does the MBM-XEM-001 have?
Four 40Gbps QSFP uplink ports.
How many internal downlinks does it support?
56 downlinks at 10Gbps or 1Gbps.
What is its power consumption?
140 W according to the MicroBlade Network Modules user manual.
Source: official Supermicro datasheet.
- Access ports:
- 56x 10/1Gbps internal downlinks
- Uplinks:
- 4x 40Gbps QSFP
- Switching capacity:
- 960 Gbps (non-blocking)
- Layer:
- Layer 2
- Management:
- Browser-based management, RS-232 serial console, USB
- Form factor:
- MicroBlade enclosure switch module
- Power supply:
- Powered by MicroBlade enclosure (140 W consumption)
