Huawei S12700 Switch Chassis (ET1BS12712S0) - 12 Slots, Overview
Huawei S12700 Switch Chassis (ET1BS12712S0) - 12 Slots, is a genuine core and distribution switching product from Huawei, a worldwide ICT vendor with a strong portfolio of enterprise switches, routers and data-center hardware. Belonging to the Huawei family, the ET1BS12712S0 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 positioned for campus core and distribution roles, aggregating traffic for large user populations with resilient failover behavior.
From a specification standpoint, packet forwarding up to 120 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: “S12712 Assembly Chassis, 12 Slots”. 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 ET1BS12712S0. 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 ET1BS12712S0
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.
ET1BS12712S0 Specification | |
Switching Capacity | 17.44 Tbit/s; 44.96 Tbit/s |
Packet Forwarding Rates | 9,120 Mpps; 12,960 Mpps |
MPU Slots | 2 |
SFU Slots | 4 |
Service Card Slots | 12 |
Redundancy Design | MPUs, SFUs, power supplies, and fan modules |
CSS2 | 1+N backup of MPUs in a cluster |
Up to 1.92 Tbit/s cluster bandwidth, 4 μs inter-chassis transmission latency | |
Wireless Network Management | Native AC |
AP access control, AP region management, and AP profile management | |
Radio profile management, uniform static configuration, and centralized dynamic management | |
Basic WLAN services, QoS, security, and user management | |
User Management | Unified user management |
802.1x, MAC, and Portal authentication | |
Traffic- and time-based accounting | |
User authorization based on user groups, domains, and time ranges | |
iPCA Quality Awareness | Marking real service packets to obtain real-time count of dropped packets and packet loss ratio |
Counting number of dropped packets and packet loss ratio on devices and L2/L3 networks | |
SVF2.0 Virtualization | Up to 4K clients (access switches and APs) virtualized into a single device |
Two layers of ASs allowed in an SVF system | |
Third-party devices allowed between SVF parent and clients | |
VLAN | Access, trunk, and hybrid interface types, auto-negotiation of LNP links |
Default VLAN | |
VLAN switching | |
QinQ and selective QinQ | |
MAC address-based VLAN assignment | |
ARP | 256K ARP entries |
MAC Address | 1M MAC address entries |
Dynamic MAC address learning and aging | |
Static, dynamic, and blackhole MAC address entries | |
Source MAC address filtering | |
MAC address limiting based on ports and VLANs | |
Ring Network Protection | Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) (IEEE 802.1d), RSTP (IEEE 802.1w), and MSTP (IEEE 802.1s) |
SEP | |
Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU), root protection, and loop protection | |
BPDU tunnel | |
G.8032 Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (ERPS) | |
IP Routing | 3M IPv4 routing entries |
512K IPv6 routing entries | |
IPv4 dynamic routing protocols, such as RIP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP | |
IPv6 routing protocols, such as RIPng, OSPFv3, IS-ISv6, and BGP4+ | |
Multicast | 128,000 multicast routing entries |
IGMP v1/v2/v3 and IGMP v1/v2/v3 snooping | |
PIM-DM, PIM-SM, and PIM-SSM | |
Multicast Source Discovery Protocol (MSDP) and Multiprotocol Extensions for BGP (MBGP) | |
Fast leave | |
Multicast traffic control | |
Multicast querier | |
Multicast protocol packet suppression | |
Multicast Call Admission Control (CAC) | |
Multicast ACL | |
MPLS | Basic MPLS functions |
MPLS Operations, Administration, and Maintenance (OAM) | |
MPLS Traffic Engineering (TE) | |
MPLS VPN/VLL/VPLS | |
Reliability | Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) and E-Trunk |
Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) and Bi-directional Forwarding Detection (BFD) for VRRP | |
BFD for BGP/IS-IS/OSPF/static route | |
Non-Stop Routing (NSR), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF) and Graceful Restart (GR) for BGP/IS-IS/OSPF/LDP | |
TE Fast ReRoute (FRR) and IP FRR | |
Eth-OAM 802.3ah and 802.1ag (hardware-based) | |
HSR | |
ITU-Y.1731 | |
Device Link Detection Protocol (DLDP) | |
QoS | 256K ACLs |
Traffic classification based on Layer 2 headers, Layer 3 protocols, Layer 4 protocols, and 802.1p priority | |
ACLs and actions such as Committed Access Rate (CAR), re-marking, and scheduling | |
Queuing algorithms, such as SP, WRR, DRR, SP + WRR, and SP + DRR | |
Congestion avoidance mechanisms, including (WRED) and tail drop | |
H-QoS | |
Traffic shaping | |
Network Synchronization | Ethernet synchronization |
1588v2 | |
Energy Saving | Energy Efficient Ethernet (802.3az) |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 841.75 mm x 442 mm x 489 mm, 19U |
Weight (empty chassis) | 63 kg |
Operating Voltage | DC: –40V to –72V |
Maximum Power Consumption of the Entire Equipment | ≤ 6,600W |
ET1BS12712S0 - Deployment Notes
This ET1BS12712S0 switch is suited to wiring-closet, distribution, or core roles depending on the port density and uplink options of the specific model. The port configuration is a key consideration when planning power budgets for attached devices such as IP phones and access points.
For a refresh or expansion, confirm the IOS/NX-OS software release supported by this specific SKU, the fan and power requirements, and the uplink modules that match your existing infrastructure. Our team can verify revision levels and software compatibility before you order.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and this ET1BS12712S0 variant is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Volume requirements can be staged with configuration checks.
ET1BS12712S0 - Huawei Series Notes
This listing is part of the Huawei enterprise networking product family, sourced and tested by LinkNewNet for enterprise deployment. Huawei switch is typically deployed in campus access, aggregation, or data-center roles. It provides reliable Layer 2/3 switching for user, server and uplink connectivity, and integrates with Huawei iMaster NCE or traditional CLI-based management.
Deployment guidance: When planning this ET1BS12712S0 unit into a network, confirm the software image (VRP / iMaster NCE), the power and cooling profile, and the upstream/downstream interface types that match your existing infrastructure. For a like-for-like refresh, match the feature set of the units already in service so management and automation behave consistently.
Our Huawei reconditioning process: Every pre-owned Huawei unit at LinkNewNet passes a documented reconditioning flow before dispatch - visual inspection, internal cleaning, firmware verification, port-by-port testing, and configuration reset to factory defaults. This ensures the unit you receive operates reliably and integrates cleanly with your existing Huawei management tools.
Related models in this family: ET1BS12704E0, ET1BS12712E1, ET1BS12708E0, ET1BS12704S0, ET1Z04SACA00. Compare specifications to confirm the right port density, feature set and uplink options for your deployment.
