Mellanox Quantum QM8700: High-Performance HDR InfiniBand Switch Solution

MQM8700-HS2F Distinguishing Characteristics

• 40 non-blocking HDR 200Gb/s ports supporting InfiniBand connectivity
• HDR100 mode enables 80×100Gb/s ports for unprecedented density
• Advanced SHARP technology for in-network computation offload
• Adaptive routing and congestion control for optimal performance
• 1U form factor with redundant, hot-swappable power and cooling
• Comprehensive management via CLI, WebUI, SNMP, and JSON interfaces

MQM8700-HS2F Advanced Technology Implementation

The QM8700 network switch incorporates Mellanox's innovative SHARP (Scalable Hierarchical Aggregation and Reduction Protocol) technology, enabling computation within the network fabric. This approach significantly accelerates collective operations common in MPI and machine learning frameworks by processing data in transit rather than at endpoints.

MQM8700-HS2F Operational Methodology

This InfiniBand switch employs a cut-through switching architecture that begins forwarding packets before fully receiving them, minimizing latency. The integrated x86 ComEx Broadwell CPU runs an onboard subnet manager capable of supporting fabrics with up to 2000 nodes, providing out-of-the-box functionality.

MQM8700-HS2F Deployment Scenarios

• High-Performance Computing clusters requiring maximum bandwidth
• Artificial Intelligence and deep learning training infrastructures
• Enterprise data centers with demanding data analytics workloads
• Financial services organizations requiring low-latency trading systems
• Research institutions with large-scale scientific computing needs

Technical Specifications

Competitive Advantages

• Industry's highest port density in a 1U form factor
• Significant power efficiency with 80 Plus Platinum certified power supplies
• Backward compatibility with previous InfiniBand generations
• Superior performance for MPI operations and machine learning workloads
• Comprehensive congestion control eliminates network hotspots

Service & Support

All our Mellanox products include a 1-year warranty with optional extensions available. We maintain extensive inventory for immediate shipment and provide 24/7 technical consultation from our expert team. Custom configuration services available for large deployments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Installation & Operational Guidelines

• Maintain ambient temperature between 0°C and 40°C for optimal operation
• Ensure adequate clearance for airflow based on configured cooling direction
• Use only Mellanox-certified cables and transceivers for guaranteed performance
• Verify firmware compatibility when integrating with existing Mellanox fabrics

Company Profile

With over a decade of industry experience, we operate extensive manufacturing facilities supported by a robust technical team. As an authorized distributor for leading networking brands including Mellanox, Ruckus, Aruba, and Extreme, we provide genuine network card solutions, network switch equipment, wireless access points, controllers, and connectivity components.

Our $10 million inventory ensures immediate availability of products, while our professional sales and engineering staff provide comprehensive pre- and post-sales support. We specialize in large-volume deployments and offer competitive pricing for enterprise and data center implementations.