The Intel 6000 Series Switch houses up to four media modules and a Carrier Module with control processor, as many as three redundant, load balancing power supplies, and a fan tray in a compact, rack-mountable chassis with easy access to field replaceable units and network connections. The Intel 6000 Series Switch is designed around a 40Gbps crossbar for high-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching between media modules. Forwarding database and routing tables are stored in a programmable look-up engine on each module for fast switching and IP routing. With distributed switching and IP routing databases on each module, switch and route determination takes place at media speed without querying the control processor or burdening the backplane with local traffic. Media Modules A variety of media modules allows the switch to be configured for various network designs.
All modules are hot swappable for increased system uptime.
Each media module contains a programmable look-up engine that learns switching paths and IP routes for faster switching and routing of traffic. The carrier module is keyed for insertion in the bottom slot and accepts up to two control processor modules. The control processor module initializes and manages the media modules, updates the look-up engines on all media modules, and contains the crossbar switch matrix. Support Services for the Intel 6000 Switch Intel Customer Support Services offers a broad selection of programs including extended phone support, upgrades, parts replacement, on-site services and installation. Service and availability may vary by country.