Description
HPE FlexFabric 12900E 24-Port 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 Module
The HPE FlexFabric 12900E 24-Port 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 Module is a high-density, performance-driven expansion module designed for the heart of modern data centers. Built to support virtualized environments, private and public clouds, and the evolving needs of large-scale interconnects, this module delivers the bandwidth, scalability, and reliability required by today’s demanding workloads. When deployed in the HPE FlexFabric 12900E switch series, it unlocks a scalable fabric that can accommodate accelerating workloads, storage traffic consolidation, and microservices architectures with ease. This module is engineered to maximize efficiency in spine-leaf topologies, enabling fewer, more productive hops between racks while maintaining deterministic latency and predictable performance.
Designed for resilience and long-term value, the 12900E series emphasizes modularity, intelligent fabric management, and robust compute-to-network convergence. The Type H2 QSFP-DD module integrates seamlessly with HPE’s software-defined networking stack, delivering advanced traffic engineering, QoS, and telemetry that empower IT teams to orchestrate multi-tenant environments with confidence. The result is a flexible, future-proof foundation that accelerates cloud initiatives, simplifies network operations, and reduces total cost of ownership through consolidated cabling, streamlined upgrades, and centralized management.
Whether you’re building a private cloud, scaling a public cloud footprint, or accelerating a data center modernization project, the HPE FlexFabric 12900E 24-Port 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 Module helps you achieve higher throughput with lower latency. The module’s high-density design reduces space requirements while delivering the performance needed for real-time analytics, high-frequency trading, AI/ML inference, and other bandwidth-intensive workloads. In practice, this means fewer bottlenecks, improved application response times, and greater headroom to expand capacity as your data center grows. The module also supports virtualization-friendly features, enabling efficient work consolidation and streamlined network isolation to meet compliance and security requirements in multi-tenant deployments.
- Ultra-high-density 24 x 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 ports deliver immense backbone bandwidth and collapse multiple adjacency links into a single, scalable fabric. Ideal for spine-leaf architectures and high-performance interconnects, this module enables aggressive growth without sacrificing manageability or efficiency.
- Low latency and high-throughput performance support demanding workloads and real-time applications. The module’s design prioritizes fast forwarding, consistent throughput, and predictable timing, which is essential for virtualization, database clustering, and data-intensive analytics pipelines.
- Advanced buffering, QoS, and traffic engineering empower precise control over service levels. With intelligent queueing, congestion management, and policy-based routing, you can isolate workloads, guarantee bandwidth for mission-critical apps, and optimize the data plane for multi-tenant environments.
- Modular, hot-swappable design for high availability minimizes downtime and maintenance windows. The Type H2 module is designed for rapid replacement in live environments, with secure seating, latch mechanisms, and compatibility with standard data center operating procedures.
- Reliability, security, and seamless management integration are built into every aspect of the module. From robust error detection and fault containment to telemetry-enabled monitoring and firmware compatibility with HPE management tools, this module supports proactive operations and safer, streamlined lifecycle management in enterprise-scale deployments.
Technical Details of HPE FlexFabric 12900E 24-Port 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 Module
- Module type: 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 plug-in module for HPE FlexFabric environments
- Port count: 24 ports, each capable of 400GbE operation; designed to maximize fabric density
- Form factor: Hot-swappable QSFP-DD Type H2 module compatible with the HPE FlexFabric 12900E switch family
- Compatibility: Specifically engineered for use with HPE FlexFabric 12900E core switches and related fabric architectures
- Key capabilities: High-density connectivity, QoS, traffic engineering support, and integration with HPE management and telemetry ecosystems
How to install HPE FlexFabric 12900E 24-Port 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 Module
- Prepare the environment by following data center best practices for hot-swappable components, including ESD precautions and ensuring the switch supports hot-swapping for the targeted module slot.
- Identify the correct module slot in the HPE FlexFabric 12900E chassis. Verify that the slot supports a 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 module and that any required firmware prerequisites are met.
- Power down the path where required or follow hot-swap procedures if your data center policy permits. If performing a hot swap, carefully release the retention latch and disengage the existing module, avoiding contact with sensitive connectors.
- Align the new 24-port QSFP-DD Type H2 module with the slot connectors and firmly seat it into place until the latch engages securely. Gently verify that the module is seated evenly and locked.
- Reconnect any cables to the QSFP-DD ports, ensuring clean, strain-free connections. After installation, power up (if needed) and access the switch management interface to confirm module detection, link status, port counts, and health indicators. Run a quick verification test to confirm expected throughput and latency characteristics.
Frequently asked questions
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Q: What is the HPE FlexFabric 12900E 24-Port 400GbE QSFP-DD Type H2 Module?
A: It is a high-density expansion module for the HPE FlexFabric 12900E switch family, delivering 24 ports of 400GbE connectivity through a QSFP-DD Type H2 interface, designed to support scalable data center fabrics and cloud deployments. -
Q: Is this module compatible with all HPE switches?
A: This module is designed for the HPE FlexFabric 12900E core switch family. Check your hardware model and firmware version to ensure compatibility with the module and the intended fabric topology. -
Q: Can I hot-swap this module?
A: Yes. The Type H2 module is intended for hot-swappable use in supported environments. Follow standard data center procedures, including ESD protection and proper component seating, to minimize downtime. -
Q: What kind of workloads benefit most from this module?
A: High-bandwidth, low-latency workloads such as virtualization, AI/ML data processing, high-performance databases, and large-scale cloud interconnects benefit from the dense 400GbE interconnectivity provided by this module. -
Q: How do I troubleshoot a non-detected module?
A: Confirm physical connections, reseat the module, verify firmware compatibility, check for port-level errors in the switch management interface, and consult the vendor documentation for diagnostics and recommended firmware baselines.
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