Datacom VERSAstream™ VS-M32QD Network Packet Broker
Performance: A high-performance Network Packet Broker optimized for data rates from 10G to 400G. Ideal for high-performance data centers and large enterprises with a variety of network monitoring and security tools.
Datacom VERSAstream™ VS-M32QD Network Packet Broker
The Datacom VERSAstream™ VS-M32QD Network Packet Broker provides a scalable, flexible, and powerful solution for improving network visibility. Housed in a compact 1RU form factor, it offers line-rate L2 and L3 aggregation and replication with 32 QSFP-DD ports, each supporting 32 x 400G or 64 x 40G/200G or 128 x 10G/25G/50G/100G (using breakout cables). This device is ideal for use in large data centers and enterprise networks where maximum performance and reliability are required.
Package Contents:
- 1 x VERSAstream™ VS-M32QD Network Packet Broker
- 2 x External AC Adapters
- 1 x User Manual
- 1 x Warranty Card
Main Features:
- Supported Speeds: 10G, 25G, 40G, 50G, 100G, 400G
- Ports:
- 32 QSFP-DD ports, each supporting 1 x 400G, 64 x 40G/200G or 128 x 10G/25G/50G/100G (with breakout cables)
- Aggregation and Replication:
- Enables aggregation of multiple network links into a single data stream
- Sends copies of traffic to multiple tools for data source sharing
- Hardware-Based Filtering:
- IPv4/IPv6 source and destination addresses, MAC addresses, protocols, ports, and Ethertypes
- Additional Features:
- Supports GRE tunneling and MPLS stripping
- Nanosecond timestamping for optimized monitoring of 5G networks
- Unified management: WEB UI, CLI, SNMP v3
- Supports PAM and NRZ for 400G
- Redundant Power and Fans:
- Hot-swappable, load-sharing, redundant power
- 48V DC PSUs (Power Supply Units) available
- Security and Management:
- SNMP, SYSLOG, and email notifications
- Radius, TACACS+ authentications
Technical Specifications:
- Network/Monitor Ports: 32 QSFP-DD ports, each supporting 1 x 400G/100G or 64 x 40G/200G or 128 x 10G/25G/50G/100G
- Management Ports: 1 x RJ-45 serial console, 1 x RJ-45 100/1000BASE-T management, 1 x USB Type A storage
- Performance: 6.4 Tbps full-duplex throughput capacity, 4.7 Bpps forwarding rate, jumbo frames support up to 9216 bytes, 32 MB integrated packet buffer
- MAC Addresses: 32K min./288K max.
- VLAN IDs: 4K
- IPv4: 16K min./168K max. host entries; 32K LPM entries in TCAM-only mode
- IPv6: 8K min./100K max. host entries; IPv6/128 = 8K in TCAM-only mode
- Environmental and Physical Specifications: Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C, Storage temperature: -40°C to 70°C, Operating humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing, Dimensions (H x W x D): 20.27 x 17.25 x 1.71 in. (51.5 x 43.84 x 4.35 cm), Weight: 23.96 lbs (10.87 kg) with two installed PSUs
- Certifications: EMI - CE Mark, EN55032 Class A, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, FCC Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B Class A, VCCI Class A, CCC, BSMI
- Regulatory Safety: CB, UL/CUL, CCC, BSMI
- Environmental: NEBS GR63-CORE (Pre-test), RoHS 2.0 Compliant
Additional Information:
A Network Packet Broker like the VERSAstream™ VS-M32QD enhances network visibility by collecting, aggregating, filtering, and distributing traffic to the appropriate monitoring tools. This eliminates blind spots and significantly improves the effectiveness of network monitoring and security. With features such as aggregation, regeneration, and hardware-based filtering, you can optimize your IT infrastructure and extend the life of your existing tools.
Benefits:
- Eliminates blind spots in traditional architectures, improving security through comprehensive data analysis
- Accelerates the deployment of management, monitoring, and security tools without impacting the production network
- Creates an abstraction layer for security and management, separating infrastructure from applications, allowing for quick changes and upgrades
- Optimizes technology infrastructure and modernizes data centers by enabling enterprises to better manage their traffic
- Data deduplication, filtering, and slicing reduce overall traffic volume and improve tool efficiency, lowering operational costs and extending the life of existing infrastructure and connected tools
Ordering Information:
- Product Description:
- VERSAstream™ VS-M32QD Network Packet Broker - Supports data rates from 10G to 400G
- Optional Equipment:
- SFP-RJ45 10/100/1000BT Copper SFP Transceiver Module
- SFP-RJ45-10G 10G Copper SFP+ Transceiver Module
- SFP+SR/SX 10G/1G SFP Transceiver Module (50 or 62.5 micron, 300m)
- SFP+ LR/LX 10G/1G SFP+ Transceiver Module (9 micron, 10km)
- SFP+DAC(2M) 10G SFP+ 2 Meter Direct Attach Passive Cable
- QSFP-40G-SR4 40G QSFP Fiber Transceiver (50 micron, 150m)
- QSFP-40G-LR4 40G QSFP Fiber Transceiver (50 micron, 10km)
- QSFP+DAC(2M) 40G QSFP 2 Meter Direct Attach Passive Cable
- RMC-2G Rack Mount Chassis - fits two units in 1RU
For more information, visit our download section.
Use Cases:
1. Network Security Monitoring
The VERSAstream™ VS-M32QD Network Packet Broker can be integrated into network security solutions to monitor all incoming and outgoing traffic and detect threats in real-time. By aggregating and filtering data, security tools can process the needed information more efficiently, improving threat detection and response.
2. Network Performance Monitoring
Use the Network Packet Broker to analyze network performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize network utilization. By collecting and processing data from various network segments, IT teams can gain a comprehensive view of network performance and make necessary adjustments to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
3. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
In case of network issues, the VERSAstream™ VS-M32QD enables detailed traffic monitoring to identify the causes of connection drops, packet loss, or other network errors. By providing accurate and filtered data to diagnostic tools, IT teams can locate and resolve issues faster, reducing network downtime.
4. Compliance and Logging
Companies can use the Network Packet Broker to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements by recording and storing network traffic. This is particularly important for industries with strict compliance requirements, such as financial services or healthcare, where traceability and data retention are crucial.
5. Network Forensics
In case of a security incident, the stored traffic can be used for forensic analysis to reconstruct the incident and identify the responsible parties. By accurately capturing and storing network data, IT teams and security experts can conduct in-depth analyses and take necessary measures to prevent future incidents.
