Huawei CloudEngine 6800 Series Switches CE6850-48S4Q-EI Overview
Huawei CloudEngine 6800 Series Switches CE6850-48S4Q-EI is a genuine data-center switching fabric product from Huawei, a global ICT provider whose CloudEngine and S-Series platforms are widely deployed in campus and data-center environments. Belonging to the Huawei CloudEngine 6800 Series family, the CE6850-48S4Q-EI unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Huawei deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is built for high-density data-center and cloud environments, where low latency, high availability and consistent forwarding matter most.
From a specification standpoint, it offers 48 ports for client, server or uplink connectivity; packet forwarding up to 960 Mpps. These are the original factory figures for this model, giving administrators a clear picture of what the unit can deliver before it enters service. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, so deployment follows the same procedures as other Huawei hardware already running in the environment.
Typical deployments include access-layer deployments for user, phone and AP connectivity, distribution and core aggregation in campus networks, and top-of-rack and end-of-row switching in data centers. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “CE6850-48S4Q-EI Switch (48-Port 10GE SFP+,4-Port 40GE QSFP+,Without Fan and Power Module)”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the CE6850-48S4Q-EI. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Enterprise Campus
High-density ports power users, phones and APs at the access layer.
Branch Office
Stackable units simplify branch deployment and management.
Wireless & IoT
PoE budget supports dense wireless and IoT endpoints.
Buying a Pre-Owned CE6850-48S4Q-EI
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
CE6850-48S4Q-EI Specifications | |
10G Base-T Ports | 0 |
SFP+ Ports | 48 |
FC Ports | 0 |
QSFP+ Ports | 4 |
Switching Capacity | 1.28 Tbit/s |
Forwarding Rate | 960 Mpps |
Airflow Design | Front-to-back or back-to-front |
Device Virtualization | iStack |
Super Virtual Fabric (SVF) | |
Network Virtualization | M-LAG |
TRILL | |
BGP-EVPN (CE6800HI) | |
VM Awareness | Agile Controller |
Network Convergence | FCoE |
DCBX, PFC, and ETS | |
Programmability | OpenFlow |
OPS | |
Puppet, and OVSDB plugins released on open source websites | |
Linux container for open source and customization programming | |
Traffic Analysis | NetStream |
sFlow | |
VLAN | Adding access, trunk, and hybrid interfaces to VLANs |
Default VLAN | |
QinQ | |
MUX VLAN | |
GVRP | |
ACL | Ingress: 2,250 Egress: 1,000 |
MPLS | MPLS (CE6800HI) |
QoS | Traffic classification based on Layer 2 headers, Layer 3 protocols, Layer 4 protocols, and 802.1p priority |
Actions of ACL, CAR, re-marking, and scheduling | |
Queue scheduling algorithms, including PQ, WRR, DRR, PQ + WRR, and PQ + DRR | |
Congestion avoidance mechanisms, including WRED and tail drop | |
Traffic shaping | |
Configuration and Maintenance | Console, Telnet, and SSH terminals |
Network management protocols, such as SNMPv1/v2c/v3 | |
File upload and download through FTP and TFTP | |
BootROM upgrade and remote upgrade | |
802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) | |
Hot patches | |
User operation logs | |
ZTP | |
Security and Management | 802.1x authentication |
Command line authority control based on user levels, preventing unauthorized users from using commands | |
DoS, ARP, and ICMP attack defenses | |
Port isolation, port security, and sticky MAC | |
Binding of the IP address, MAC address, interface number, and VLAN ID | |
Authentication methods, including AAA, RADIUS, and HWTACACS | |
Remote Network Monitoring (RMON) | |
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 442 mm x 600 mm x 43.6 mm |
Weight (fully loaded) | 11 kg (24.2 lb) |
Environmental Parameters | Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (0m to 1,800m) |
Operating Voltage | AC: 90V to 290V |
Max. Power Consumption | 272W |
