Mellanox MSN3420-CB2FC Spectrum-2 25GbE/100GbE 1U Open Ethernet Switch

The Mellanox MSN3420-CB2FC Spectrum-2 is a high-performance 1U open Ethernet switch delivering exceptional network scalability with 48x 25GbE SFP28 ports and 8x 100GbE QSFP28 uplinks. Built on the advanced Spectrum-2 ASIC, it provides ultra-low latency (300ns), massive 4.8Tbps switching capacity, and comprehensive buffer architecture for demanding data center environments. Key advantages include open networking flexibility supporting multiple operating systems (Cumulus Linux, SONiC), advanced telemetry and automation capabilities, and enterprise-grade reliability with redundant power and cooling. The switch excels in cloud data centers, high-frequency trading, AI/ML workloads, and storage networks where consistent performance, programmability, and future-proof scalability are critical. Its combination of wire-speed performance, deep packet buffers, and open ecosystem compatibility makes it ideal for organizations seeking maximum network agility without vendor lock-in.