Support today’s bandwidth-hungry IoT and smart industry deployments, with the SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 high-capacity stackable Layer 3+ modular switch, with 8 high-speed expansion bays. Enable large Enterprise networks with a powerful feature-set, and integrated wired and wireless network device management.
SwitchBlade x908 GEN2
Multi-Gig/10G/40G Stackable Layer 3 Modular Chassis Switch
Overview
- Create resilient, distributed backbones that are easy to manage with long-distance stacking
- Eliminate bottlenecks with a high-capacity 2.6 Terabit fabric, or up to 10 Terabits when stacked using VCStackâ„¢
- Manage up to 250 access points with the Autonomous Wave Control (AWC) Lite wireless controller, which automatically optimizes wireless connectivity and throughput
- Reduce costs and automate network and device management with Autonomous Management Frameworkâ„¢ Plus (AMF Plus)
- Scalable and flexible to meet network demands both now and well into the future
- Support high-speed wireless, and network upgrades over legacy cabling, with 2.5G and 5G connectivity
- View the network graphically and simplify wireless deployment with floor and heat maps using the Device GUI
Key Features
- Active Fiber Monitoringâ„¢ (AFM) detects and prevents eavesdropping on fiber connections
- AlliedWare Plusâ„¢ Enterprise-class operating system
- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) for low power consumption
- EPSRingâ„¢ and G.8032 ERPS for fast-failover resilient ring networks
- FIPS 140-2 certified
- Hot-swappable expansion modules (XEMs) for additional Multi-Gigabit/10G/40G ports
- Large switching and routing tables support multiple services and connected devices
- Market-leading SDN with industry certified OpenFlow v1.3
- Media Access Control Security (MACSec) provides secure point-to-point Ethernet links
Certifications and Compliance
FIPS 140-2
Created by the U.S. government, FIPS 140-2 is a security standard used to validate the strength and integrity of cryptographic software modules.
IPv6 Ready
Run by the IPv6 Forum, IPv6 Ready certification demonstrates conformance to IPv6 standards and validates interoperability of IPv6 products.
JITC
JITC is a test and evaluation organization that certifies IT equipment for use on secure US Government and Department of Defense networks (aka DoDIN APL).
OpenFlow Conformance
OpenFlow Conformance is the highest assurance from the Open Networking Foundation that validates products conform to the OpenFlow specification.
Specifications
Physical
| Product | Width x Depth x Height | Mounting | Unpackaged Weight | Packaged Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 | 440 x 480 x 132 mm (17.32 x 18.89 x 5.19 in) |
Rack-mount 3 RU | 14.32 kg (31.57 lbs) | 16.7 kg (36.81 lbs) |
| SBxPWRSYS2 | 84 x 170 x 40 mm (3.30 x 6.69 x 1.57 in) |
N/A | 1.32 kg (2.91 lbs) | 1.9 kg (4.18 lbs) |
| XEM2-8XSTm* | 130 x 166 x 40 mm (5.11 x 6.53 x 1.57 in) |
N/A | 0.70 kg (1.54 lbs) | 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs) |
| XEM2-12XTm | 130 x 166 x 40 mm (5.11 x 6.53 x 1.57 in) |
N/A | 0.75 kg (1.65 lbs) | 1.8 kg (3.97 lbs) |
| XEM2-12XS v2 | 130 x 166 x 40 mm (5.11 x 6.53 x 1.57 in) |
N/A | 0.75 kg (1.65 lbs) | Â |
| XEM2-4QS | 130 x 166 x 40 mm (5.11 x 6.53 x 1.57 in) |
N/A | 0.66 kg (1.45 lbs) | 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs) |
| XEM2-1CQ* | 130 x 166 x 40 mm (5.11 x 6.53 x 1.57 in) |
N/A | 0.62 kg (1.37 lbs) | 1.6 kg (3.53 lbs) |
Power
| Product | Max Power Consumption | Max Heat Dissipation |
|---|---|---|
| SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 with two fan modules and two PSUs |
124.7W | 425.5 BTU/h |
| XEM2-8XSTm (1/2.2/5/10G)* | 17.8W | 60.7 BTU/h |
| XEM2-12XTm (1/2.2/5/10G) | 29.0W | 98.9 BTU/h |
| XEM2-12XS v2 (1G/10G) | 30.3W | 103.4 BTU/h |
| XEM2-4QS (40G) | 16.1W | 55.1 BTU/h |
| XEM2-1CQ (100G)* | 6.7W | 22.9 BTU/h |
* Please contact your sales representative for availabilty in your region
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Ordering Information
AT-SBx908GEN2-B0y (1)
High capacity Layer 3+ modular switch chassis
with 8 x high speed expansion bays, fans included
AT-SBxPWRSYS2-Bxy (2), (3)
Hot-swappable load-sharing power supplyÂ
SBxPWRSYS1-B8y (3)
1200W DC system power supply
AT-FAN08 (3)
Spare hot-swappable fan module
AT-XEM2-8XSTm*
4 x 1/2.5/5/10G RJ45 ports and
4 x 1G/10G SFP+ ports
AT-XEM2-12XTm
12 x 1/2.5/5/10G RJ45 ports
AT-XEM2-12XS v2
12 x 1G/10G SFP+ ports
AT-XEM2-4QS
4 x 40G QSFP+ ports
AT-XEM2-1CQ*
1 x 100G QSFP28 port
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(1) Where 0y =
01 for 1 year Net Cover support
05 for 5 years Net Cover support
(2) Where xy =
1y for AC power supply with US power cord
2y for AC power supply with no power cord
3y for AC power supply with UK power cord
4y for AC power supply with AU power cord
5y for AC power supply with EU power cord
(3) Note that fans are included but NO power supplies ship with the base chassis, they must be ordered separately
* Please contact your sales representative for availabilty in your region
Feature Licenses
| Name | Description | Includes | Stack Licensing |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT-FL-GEN2-01 | SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 Premium license | OSPFv2 (4) (16,000 routes) BGP4 (4) (5,000 routes) PIMv4-SM, DM and SSM (2,000 entries) VLAN double tagging (Q-in-Q) RIPng (5,000 routes) OSPFv3 (8,000 routes) BGP4+ (5,000 routes) MLDv1 and v2 PIMv6-SM and SSM (1,000 entries) VRF-Lite (63 domains) RADIUS-Full UDLD VLAN Translation G.8032 ring protection Ethernet CFM VXLAN |
One license per stack member |
| AT-SW-APM10-1YR (5),(6) | Cumulative AMF Plus Master license | AMF Plus Master license for up to 10 nodes for 1 year | One license per stack |
| AT-SW-APM10-5YR (5),(6) | Cumulative AMF Plus Master license | AMF Plus Master license for up to 10 nodes for 5 years | One license per stack |
| AT-SW-APC10-1YR (5),(7) | Cumulative AMF Plus Controller license | AMF Plus Controller license for up to 10 areas for 1 year | One license per stack |
| AT-SW-APC10-5YR (5),(7) | Cumulative AMF Plus Controller license | AMF Plus Controller license for up to 10 areas for 5 years | One license per stack |
| AT-FL-GEN2-OF13-1YR | OpenFlow license | OpenFlow v1.3 for 1 year | Not supported on a stack |
| AT-FL-GEN2-OF13-5YR | OpenFlow license | OpenFlow v1.3 for 5 years | Not supported on a stack |
| AT-FL-GEN2-MSEC (8) | MACSec license | Media Access Control Security | One license per stack member |
| AT-FL-GEN2-VLF | VRF-Lite Full license | VRF lite (600 domains) | One license per stack member |
| AT-SW-AWC10-1YR (9) | Cumulative AWC license | Autonomous Wave Control (AWC) license for up to 10 access points for 1 year | One license per stack |
| AT-SW-AWC10-5YR (9) | Cumulative AWC license | Autonomous Wave Control (AWC) license for up to 10 access points for 5 years | One license per stack |
| AT-SW-CB10-1YR (10) | Cumulative AWC-CB and AWC-SC license | AWC Channel Blanket and AWC Smart Connect license for up to 10 access points for 1 year | One license per stack |
| AT-SW-CB10-5YR (10) | Cumulative AWC-CB and AWC-SC license | AWC Channel Blanket and AWC Smart Connect license for up to 10 access points for 5 years | One license per stack |
(4) 64 OSPF and BGP routes included in base license
(5) From AW+ version 5.5.2-2 onwards, AMF Plus licenses provide all standard AMF network management and automation features. They also enable the AMF Plus intent-based networking features menu in Vista Manager EX (from version 3.10.1 onwards)
(6) Purchase one license per 10 nodes (up to 300 nodes maximum)
(7) Purchase one license per 10 areas (up to 60 areas maximum)
(8) MACSec only operates on the XEM2-12XS v2 expansion module
(9) 5 APs can be managed for free. Purchase one license per 10 additional APs (up to 300 APs maximum)
(10) Channel Blanket and Smart Connect are not available as free services. Both an AWC-CB license and an AWC license are required for Channel Blanket and/or Smart Connect to operate. Purchase one AWC-CB license per 10 APs (up to 300 APs maximum). Channel Blanket is supported on TQ6602, TQ5403, and TQ5403e access points. Smart Connect is supported on TQ5403, and TQ5403e access points
All Models
XEM2-12XS
12 x 1G/10G SFP+ port module
Notice: This product is not available for purchase.
End-of-Sale information
End of Sale Announced
30 Jun 2021
30 Jun 2021
30 Jun 2021
End of Software Support
End of Life
30 Jun 2026
30 Jun 2026
30 Jun 2026
Alternate Products
XEM2-1CQ
1 x 100G QSFP28 port module
Notice: This product is not available for purchase.
End-of-Sale information
End of Sale Announced
27 Aug 2024
27 Aug 2024
End of Software Support
End of Life
Alternate Products
XEM2-8XSTm
4 x 1G/2.5G/5G/10G (RJ45), 4 x 1G/10G SFP+ port module.
Notice: This product is not available for purchase.
End-of-Sale information
End of Sale Announced
27 Aug 2024
27 Aug 2024
End of Software Support
End of Life
Alternate Products
Accessories
SBxPWRSYS2
Hot-swappable load-sharing 1200W AC system power supply
SPTX
10/100/1000T (RJ-45), 100m
SPSX/I
1000SX (LC) multi-mode, I-Temp, 220-550m
SPEX
1000SX (LC) Multi-Mode, 2km
SPBD10
1000LX (LC) single-mode BiDi, 10km
QSFP+ Direct Attach Cables
Suitable for in-rack connections between QSFP+ ports, on all QSFP+-compatible products.
SPLX40
1000EX (LC), single-mode, 40km
SP10SR/I
10G (LC), multi-mode, I-Temp, 300m
SP10ER40a/I
10G (LC) single-mode, I-Temp, 40km
SP10ZR80/I
10G (LC) single-mode, 80km
SP10TW1
SFP+ Twinax direct attach cable, 1m in length.
SP10TW3
10G Twinax DAC Cable (3m)
Documentation
Command Reference: SwitchBlade x908 Generation 2 Switches Running AlliedWare Plus Version 5.4.7
This command reference manual describes the commands for SwitchBlade x908 Generation 2 (SBx908 GEN2) switches running AlliedWare Plus v. 5.4.7-x.x.
DHCP for IPv6 (DHCPv6) Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol for IPv6 (DHCPv6). DHCPv6 is used to delegate IPv6 prefixes and to allocate IPv6 addresses.
Release Notes for AlliedWare Plusâ„¢ Version 5.4.7-x.x
This release note describes the new features, enhancements and fixes in AlliedWare Plus version 5.4.7-x.x
AAA and Port Authentication Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes the AlliedWare Plus implementation of Authentication, Accounting and Authorization and Port Authentication.
Access Control List (ACL) Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes ACLs (Access Control Lists) and their configuration on AlliedWare Plusâ„¢.
AMF Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
The Autonomous Management Framework (AMF) is a suite of features that combine to simplify network management across all supported network equipment from the core to the edge.Â
Bootloader and Startup Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes the startup process used by AlliedWare Plusâ„¢ devices.
Eco-Friendly Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes the Eco-friendly feature which reduces a switch's power consumption by: turning off power to port LEDs when they are not in use and implementing IEEE 802.3az to put ports into a Low-Power Idle mode.
Ethernet Protection Switching Ring (EPSR) Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes EPSR and how to configure it.
Configuration and File Management Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes the file storage options that AlliedWare Plusâ„¢ supports and the commands available for managing files.
GVRP Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes GVRP (Generic VLAN Registration Protocol).
IGMP/MLD Feature Overview and Configuration Guide
This guide describes IGMP/MLD and its configuration on AlliedWare Plusâ„¢.
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