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CE6850-48S4Q-EI-B Overview

CE6850-48S4Q-EI-B is a high-performance rack-mount switch built with a robust architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities. Designed for enterprise networks, it offers flexible power options with redundant AC power supply, a comprehensive port configuration featuring 48 dedicated 10/100/1000 Ethernet downlink ports and 4 high-speed 40G QSFP+ uplink ports, and built-in stacking capabilities that ensure high scalability and optimal network performance for data centers and campus environments.

CE6850-48S4Q-EI-B delivers consistent performance in demanding use cases, including large-scale deployments and mission-critical operations. Its advanced switching capacity, efficient memory and flash configurations, and support for diverse media types make it an ideal choice for organizations seeking a reliable, future-proof solution to expand their network infrastructure while ensuring minimal downtime and operational agility.

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CE6850-48S4Q-EI-B Specifications

Product Type
Switch
Power Source
Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
Layer Supported
Layer 2 / Layer 3
Form Factor
Rack-mount
Power Consumption
N/A
Number of Ethernet Ports
24–48 Ports
Number of Downlink Ports
48 Ports
Manageable
Managed
Ethernet Technology
10/100/1000
Media Type Supported
Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo
Redundant Power Supply Supported
Yes
Manufacturer Part Number
CE6850-48S4Q-EI-B
Uplink Configuration
40G
IOS
IP Services
POE Support
Non POE
SFP Ports
N/A
Memory
512 MB
Rack Units
1 RU
Interface Ports
10/100/1000
Port/Expansion Slot Details
48 x 10/100/1000 ports, 4 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports
Flash Memory
64 MB
Switching Capacity
960 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking
1920 Gbps
Product Name
Huawei CloudEngine CE6850-48S4Q-EI-B Switch
Height
1.75 inches
Width
17.5 inches
Depth
18 inches
Weight
25 lbs

Quality Certifications

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ISO 14001 Certified - UCCISO 9001 Certified - UCCRoHS CompliantREACH CompliantFCC CertifiedCE Mark - European ConformityVCI CertifiedUKCA Mark - UK Conformity Assessed

Product Comparison Table

Huawei CE6850-48S4Q-EI Switch (48-Port 10G SFP+,4-Port 40G QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side Intaket,Without Power Module)CE6850-48S4Q-EI-BHuawei CE6850U-48S6Q-HI Switch(48-Port 10GE SFP+,support 2/4/8G FC,6-Port 40GE QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side Exhaust,Without Power Module)CE6850U-48S6Q-HI-FHuawei CE6810-32T16S4Q-LI Switch(32-Port 10G RJ45,16-Port 10G SFP+,4-Port 40G QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side Exhaust,Without Power Module)CE6810-32T16S4Q-LI-FHuawei CE6850U-24S2Q-HI Switch(24-Port 10GE SFP+,support 2/4/8G FC,2-Port 40GE QSFP+,2*AC Power Module,2*FAN Box,Port-side Exhaust)CE6850U-HI-F-B0BHuawei CE6880-48S4Q2CQ-EI switch with 48-ports 10GE SFP+, 4-ports 40GE QSFP+, 2-ports 40GE/100GE QSFP28, 2x600W AC Power Module, 2xFAN BoxCE6880-48S4Q2CQ-EI
Depth18 inchesN/A12 inches18 inches18 inches
Ethernet Technology10/100/100010/100/100010/100/100010/100/100010/100/1000
Flash Memory64 MB64 MB256 MB64 MB256 MB
Form FactorRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-mount
Height1.75 inches1.75 inches1.75 inches1.75 inches1.75 inches
IOSIP ServicesIP ServicesIP ServicesIP ServicesIP Services
Interface Ports10/100/100010/100/100010/100/100010/100/100010/100/1000
Layer SupportedLayer 2 / Layer 3Layer 2 / Layer 3Layer 2 / Layer 3Layer 2 / Layer 3Layer 2 / Layer 3
ManageableManagedManagedManagedManagedManaged
Manufacturer Part NumberCE6850-48S4Q-EI-BCE6850U-48S6Q-HI-FCE6810-32T16S4Q-LI-FCE6850U-HI-F-B0BCE6880-48S4Q2CQ-EI
Media Type SupportedTwisted Pair / Fiber / ComboTwisted Pair / FiberTwisted Pair / Fiber / ComboComboFiber
Memory512 MB256 MB512 MB256 MB512 MB
Number of Downlink Ports48 Ports48 Ports16 Ports48 Ports24–48 Ports
Number of Ethernet Ports24–48 Ports24–48 Ports24–48 Ports24–48 Ports24–48 Ports
POE SupportNon POENon POENon POEPOE+Non POE
Port/Expansion Slot Details48 x 10/100/1000 ports, 4 x 40G QSFP+ uplink portsN/A32x copper ports, 16x SFP ports, 4x QSFP uplink ports48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP+ uplink ports48 fixed SFP ports and 4 QSFP+ uplink ports
Power ConsumptionN/AN/AN/A75W350W
Power SourceRedundant Power Supply / AC Power SupplyRedundant Power Supply / AC Power SupplyRedundant Power Supply / AC Power SupplyRedundant Power Supply / AC Power SupplyAC Power Supply
Product NameHuawei CloudEngine CE6850-48S4Q-EI-B SwitchCisco Catalyst CE6850U-48S6Q-HI-FCE6810-32T16S4Q-LI-F Campus Edge SwitchCE6850U-HI-F-B0B Enterprise Rack-Mount SwitchCE6880-48S4Q2CQ-EI Ethernet Switch
Product TypeSwitchSwitchSwitchSwitchSwitch
Rack Units1 RU1 RU1 RU1 RU1 RU
Redundant Power Supply SupportedYesYesYesYesYes
SFP PortsN/A4 SFP PortsCombo4 SFP PortsCombo
Switching Capacity960 GbpsN/A480 Gbps128 Gbps320 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking1920 GbpsN/A960 Gbps256 Gbps640 Gbps
Uplink Configuration40G10G40G10G40G
Weight25 lbsN/A20 lbs25 lbs30 lbs
Width17.5 inches17 inches17.5 inches17 inches19 inches

Reviews & Ratings

W
Warren Whitlock
5

Reliable 10G SFP+ switch with strong 40G uplinks. It has delivered consistent performance in our aggregation layer.

X
Xavier Ellington
5

Stable throughput and low latency under load. Great for data center access and uplink aggregation.

Y
Yosef Huxley
5

Smooth deployment and dependable operations. It integrated easily into our existing switching fabric.

Z
Zane Caldwell
4

Consistent 10G performance across ports. A strong option for enterprise network builds.

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Angus Radcliffe
5

Reliable platform with predictable uptime. Works well for virtualization and storage traffic.

B
Blaine Brooks
5

Good value and stable performance. It supports our scaling needs without any instability.

Questions & Answers

What is the Huawei CE6850-48S4Q-EI Switch?

The Huawei CE6850-48S4Q-EI is a fixed-configuration data center switch offering 48×10G SFP+ and 4×40G QSFP+ ports, high-density performance, and enterprise-class reliability.

How many 10G and 40G ports does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI provide?

It provides 48 10G SFP+ ports and 4 40G QSFP+ ports to support high-throughput server and spine connectivity in data centers.

Does the Huawei CE6850-48S4Q-EI include a built-in power module?

No, the CE6850-48S4Q-EI ships without power modules; it supports two optional AC or DC power modules for redundancy and flexible deployment.

What cooling solution does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI Switch use?

The switch uses two front-to-back hot-swappable fan modules (FAN Box) with port-side intake airflow for optimal thermal management.

What is the switching capacity and forwarding performance?

The CE6850-48S4Q-EI delivers 1.28 Tbps of switching capacity and up to 952 Mpps forwarding performance for line-rate traffic handling.

Which routing and Layer 3 features are supported?

It supports full Layer 2/3 functions, including OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, RIP, VRRP, MPLS, and enhanced IPv6 routing for large-scale networks.

What management interfaces are available on the CE6850-48S4Q-EI?

Management options include console, out-of-band Ethernet management, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, SSH, Telnet, and a web-based GUI for simplified operations.

Does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI support Huawei IRF stacking?

Yes, it supports Huawei’s IRF multi-chassis virtualization technology for up to 8 switches in a single logical system.

What power consumption can I expect?

Typical power consumption is around 300 W under full load, with a maximum of 400 W depending on port utilization and added modules.

What security features are built into the CE6850-48S4Q-EI?

It includes ACLs, 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, ARP inspection, anti-DDoS, RADIUS/TACACS+ and hardware-based MACsec encryption.

What Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities are available?

Comprehensive QoS features include traffic classification, shaping, policing, priority mapping, congestion management and weighted fair queuing.

What environmental conditions does the switch support?

It operates between –5 °C to 55 °C with relative humidity from 10% to 90% (non-condensing) and can be deployed in standard 19-inch racks.

What typical applications suit the CE6850-48S4Q-EI?

Ideal for data center leaf/spine architectures, high-performance computing clusters, large-scale virtualization and storage networking.

How is the CE6850-48S4Q-EI configured?

Configuration is performed via CLI, web GUI, or centralized management platforms like Huawei eSight and Agile Controller for policy automation.

What warranty and support options are available?

Huawei offers a one-year hardware warranty with options to extend to three or five years, plus 24×7 software support and on-site services.

What software release does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI run?

The switch runs Huawei’s VRP (Versatile Routing Platform) operating system, offering modular upgrades, high availability and advanced feature sets.