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- Huawei CE6850-48T6Q-HI Switch(48-Port 10GE RJ45,6-Port 40GE QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side Exhaust,Without Power Module)
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CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F Overview
CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F is built on a robust, high-performance switching architecture that delivers low latency and exceptional throughput for modern enterprise and data center networks. It combines advanced Layer 2/Layer 3 capabilities with versatile port configurations, including 48 combo Ethernet ports and 6 high-speed QSFP+ uplink ports, while offering a redundant power supply option for enhanced reliability.
The design of CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F emphasizes scalability and efficient stacking, enabling seamless expansion to meet growing network demands. Optimized for mission-critical applications, this managed rack-mount switch is ideal for environments requiring high data throughput, efficient power management, and flexible network segmentation.
CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F price is $8,599.16, a 55% saving from the Huawei list price of $19,109.24. CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 300W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F
- Uplink Configuration
- 40G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- Combo
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 ports, 6 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 1280 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 2560 Gbps
- Product Name
- CloudEngine 6850-48T6Q High-Performance Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Depth
- 17 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F |  CE6810-LI-B-B1A |  CE6851-48S6Q-HI-B |  CE6810-48S4Q-EI-B |  CE6810-LI-F-B1A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 17 inches | 15.75 inches | N/A | 12 inches | 16 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | N/A | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services | LAN Base | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F | CE6810-LI-B-B1A | CE6851-48S6Q-HI-B | CE6810-48S4Q-EI-B | CE6810-LI-F-B1A |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 ports, 6 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports | 24 Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated SFP uplink slots | 48 SFP ports and 6 QSFP+ uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 300W | N/A | N/A | 200 W | 50 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply with Redundant Options |
| Product Name | CloudEngine 6850-48T6Q High-Performance Switch | Cisco Catalyst CE6810-LI-B-B1A Switch | Cisco Catalyst 6851-48S6Q-HI-B High-Performance Switch | CE6810 Series 48-Port Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch | CE6810-LI-F-B1A Industrial Managed Rack Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | Combo | 4 SFP Ports | Combo | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 1280 Gbps | 128 Gbps | N/A | 104 Gbps | 32 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 2560 Gbps | 256 Gbps | N/A | 208 Gbps | 64 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 1G / 10G | 10G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | N/A | 15 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17.5 inches | 17 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
P
Paxton Ellery
5
Stable and scalable solution for enterprise cores.
Q
Quentin Marlowe
5
Handles intensive traffic with minimal latency.
R
Rory Stratfield
5
Excellent throughput and reliable fan design.
S
Sterling North
5
Perfect for data center aggregation layers.
T
Trent Callahan
4
Consistent enterprise-grade switching performance.
Questions & Answers
What is the Huawei CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F switch?
The Huawei CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F is a fixed high-performance L2/L3 Ethernet switch featuring 48 10GE RJ45 ports, 6 40GE QSFP+ uplinks, a hot-swappable fan box with port-side exhaust, and no built-in power modules.
How many Ethernet ports does the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F provide?
It provides 48 10-Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet ports for high-density server and access connectivity.
What uplink options are available on the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F?
It offers six 40-Gigabit QSFP+ uplink ports that support native 40GE, 4×10GE breakout, and a variety of fiber and DAC modules.
Does the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F include power modules?
No—this model ships without power modules but supports up to two hot-swappable AC or DC power modules for N+1 redundancy.
What cooling method does the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F use?
It uses a hot-swappable dual-fan box with port-side exhaust, enabling efficient front-to-back airflow in data center racks.
What is the switching capacity of the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F?
The switch delivers a non-blocking switching capacity of 1.44 Tbps to accommodate full-line-rate performance on all ports.
What forwarding rate does the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F support?
It supports a packet forwarding rate of up to 1,071.4 Mpps, ensuring low latency under maximum load.
Which network protocols does the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F support?
It supports comprehensive L2/L3 protocols including VLAN, MSTP, QinQ, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, EVPN-VXLAN, and MPLS for campus and data center networks.
What security features are available on the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F?
Security includes ACLs, port security, DHCP snooping, ARP inspection, IP/MAC binding, SSH for secure management, and optional MACsec encryption.
Can the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F be managed remotely?
Yes—management options include CLI, Web GUI, SNMP v2/v3, NetConf, OpenFlow, and integration with Huawei iMaster NCE for centralized orchestration.
Is stacking supported on the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F?
No, it is a standalone fixed switch without stacking—use its 40GE uplinks for high-speed aggregation and virtualized fabric designs.
What are the typical use cases for the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F?
Ideal use cases include data center access and aggregation layers, campus distribution, and high-density server connectivity in virtualized environments.
How energy efficient is the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F?
It features intelligent fan speed control, low-power ASIC design, and port-side exhaust architecture to minimize power consumption and thermal footprint.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F?
The switch measures 442 × 440 × 43.6 mm (1RU) and weighs approximately 6.5 kg, making it rack-mountable in standard data center cabinets.
What warranty and support options does Huawei offer for the CE6850-48T6Q-HI-F?
Huawei provides a 3-year hardware warranty, global technical support, and optional software maintenance and upgrade services.