Huawei CloudEngine 6800 Series Switches CE6857E-48S6CQ-B Overview
Huawei CloudEngine 6800 Series Switches CE6857E-48S6CQ-B 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 CE6857E-48S6CQ-B 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.
This unit follows the original factory specification for the Huawei CloudEngine 6800 Series family, covering its intended role without compatibility surprises. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, and it interoperates with surrounding hardware using the same procedures as other Huawei equipment already deployed in the network.
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: “CE6857E-48S6CQ switch (48*10GE SFP+, 6*100GE QSFP28, 2* AC power supply, 4* fan box, port side air intake)”. 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 CE6857E-48S6CQ-B. 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 CE6857E-48S6CQ-B
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CE6857E-48S6CQ-B Specification | |
Item | Description |
Installation Type | Cabinet Installation |
CPU | 4-core, 1.6 GHz |
Memory | DRAM: 4 GB |
NOR Flash | 128 MB |
SSD Flash | 8 GB |
USB | Supported |
Power supply mode | · AC · DC · HVDC |
Console port | RJ45 |
Downlink Service interface | 48*10GE SFP+ (Note: The 10GE LRM/80KM linear optical module and 1000base-X auto-negotiation are not supported. 1GE optical modules can be used for interconnection only when auto-negotiation is disabled on the peer port.) |
Uplink Service interface | 6*100GE QSFP28 (Note: 1. 100GE interfaces are compatible with 40GE; 2. 100GE interfaces do not support splitting into 4x25GE and 4x10GE.) |
Service port supporting the stack function | 10GE optical ports and 100GE optical ports |
RTC | Supported |
Typical power consumption [W] | · 148 W (50% throughput, SFP+ high-speed cables on 48 ports and QSFP28 high-speed cables on 6 ports, dual power modules) · 185 W (50% throughput, short-distance optical modules on all optical ports, dual power modules) |
Typical heat dissipation [BTU/hour] | · 505 BTU/hour (50% throughput, SFP+ high-speed cables on 48 ports and QSFP28 high-speed cables on 6 ports, dual power modules) · 631 BTU/hour (50% throughput, short-distance optical modules on all optical ports, dual power modules) |
Static power consumption [W] | 106 W |
Static heat dissipation [BTU/hour] | 362 BTU/hour |
Maximum power consumption [W] | 318 W |
Maximum heat dissipation | 1085 BTU/hour |
Number of power modules | 2 |
Redundant power supply | 1+1 backup |
Types of fans | Pluggable |
Number of fans | 4 |
Redundant fans | The device supports 3+1 backup of fan modules that work in hot standby mode. The system can operate properly for a short time after a single fan module fails. You are advised to replace the faulty fan module immediately. |
Heat dissipation mode | Air cooling |
Airflow direction | Port-side intake or exhaust, depending on the fan modules and power modules. |
