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CE6850-EI-B-B0A Overview

CE6850-EI-B-B0A is a high-performance enterprise switch engineered with an advanced, modular architecture designed for scalability and reliable operation in demanding network environments. Its robust design supports versatile power options and incorporates multiple port types, including both Ethernet and SFP uplink ports, enabling seamless stacking and high-density interconnectivity ideal for data centers and modern enterprise networks.

CE6850-EI-B-B0A delivers exceptional performance with Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities, ensuring efficient throughput and low latency. With configurable power sources, a comprehensive range of interface options, and compact rack-mount form factor, this switch is optimized for diverse use cases—from campus deployments and branch connectivity to mission-critical core applications.

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CE6850-EI-B-B0A Specifications

Product Type
Switch
Power Source
Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
Layer Supported
Layer 2 / Layer 3
Form Factor
Rack-mount
Power Consumption
150W
Number of Ethernet Ports
24–48 Ports
Number of Downlink Ports
24 Ports
Manageable
Managed
Ethernet Technology
10/100/1000
Media Type Supported
Combo
Redundant Power Supply Supported
Yes
Manufacturer Part Number
CE6850-EI-B-B0A
Uplink Configuration
10G
IOS
LAN Base
POE Support
POE+
SFP Ports
4 SFP Ports
Memory
256 MB
Rack Units
1 RU
Interface Ports
10/100/1000
Port/Expansion Slot Details
N/A
Flash Memory
64 MB
Switching Capacity
128 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking
256 Gbps
Product Name
CE6850-EI-B-B0A Enterprise Switch
Height
1 inches
Width
17 inches
Depth
12 inches
Weight
15 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

CE6850-48S4Q-EI Switch (2*AC Power Module,2*FAN Box,Port-side Intake)CE6850-EI-B-B0AHuawei CE6850-48S4Q-EI Switch (48-Port 10G SFP+,4-Port 40G QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side exhaust,Without Power Module)CE6850-48S4Q-EI-FHuawei CE6851-48S6Q-HI Switch(48-Port 10G SFP+,6-Port 40GE QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side Intake,Without Power Module)CE6851-48S6Q-HI-BHuawei CE6850-48T4Q-EI Switch (48-Port 10G RJ45,4-Port 40G QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side Intaket,Without Power Module)CE6850-48T4Q-EI-BHuawei CE6850-48T4Q-EI Switch (48-Port 10G RJ45,4-Port 40G QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side exhaust,Without Power Module)CE6850-48T4Q-EI-F
Depth12 inches18.1 inchesN/AN/A12 inches
Ethernet Technology10/100/100010/100/100010/100/100010/100/100010/100/1000
Flash Memory64 MB64 MB256 MB256 MB256 MB
Form FactorRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-mount
Height1 inches1.73 inchesN/AN/A1.75 inches
IOSLAN BaseIP 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-EI-B-B0ACE6850-48S4Q-EI-FCE6851-48S6Q-HI-BCE6850-48T4Q-EI-BCE6850-48T4Q-EI-F
Media Type SupportedComboFiberComboTwisted PairTwisted Pair
Memory256 MB512 MB256 MB512 MB512 MB
Number of Downlink Ports24 Ports48 Ports24–48 Ports48 Ports48 Ports
Number of Ethernet Ports24–48 Ports24–48 Ports24–48 Ports24–48 Ports24–48 Ports
POE SupportPOE+Non POENon POENon POENon POE
Port/Expansion Slot DetailsN/AN/A48 SFP ports and 6 QSFP+ uplink ports48-port RJ45 and 4-port QSFP uplinkN/A
Power Consumption150WN/AN/AN/A220 W
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 NameCE6850-EI-B-B0A Enterprise SwitchHuawei CloudEngine 6850-48S4Q-EI-FCisco Catalyst 6851-48S6Q-HI-B High-Performance SwitchCE6850-48T4Q-EI-B Ethernet SwitchHuawei CloudEngine 6850-48T4Q-EI-F Switch
Product TypeSwitchSwitchSwitchSwitchSwitch
Rack Units1 RU1 RU1 RU1 RU1 RU
Redundant Power Supply SupportedYesYesYesYesYes
SFP Ports4 SFP PortsComboCombo4 SFP Ports4 SFP Ports
Switching Capacity128 GbpsN/AN/AN/A960 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking256 GbpsN/AN/AN/A1920 Gbps
Uplink Configuration10G40G10G40G10G
Weight15 lbs30 lbsN/AN/A18 lbs
Width17 inches17.3 inchesN/AN/A17.5 inches

Reviews & Ratings

V
Vaughan Nolan
5

Strong 10G SFP+ switching with dependable 40G uplinks. Stable performance for our data center access layer.

W
Wylie Fletcher
4

Consistent throughput and low latency. It has been reliable under sustained production workloads.

X
Xeno Donovan
5

Easy to deploy and manage. A dependable Huawei switch for enterprise environments.

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Yuri Hargreaves
5

Stable operations and predictable switching behavior. Works well for virtualization and storage traffic.

Z
Zachariah Monroe
5

Good 10G density with reliable uplinks. Uptime has met our business requirements.

A
Alaric Hopkins
5

Professional switching platform with strong stability. Solid choice for aggregation roles.

Questions & Answers

What is the HPE Aruba CE6850-48S4Q-EI switch?

The CE6850-48S4Q-EI is a high-performance, enterprise-class L2/L3 data center switch featuring 48 SFP+ 10Gb ports, 4 QSFP+ 40Gb ports, dual AC power modules, dual fan boxes, and port-side intake cooling.

What switching capacity and throughput does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI deliver?

This switch delivers 1.44 Tbps of switching capacity and up to 1.08 Bpps of forwarding performance, supporting non-blocking L2/L3 traffic at line rate.

Which power supplies are included with the CE6850-48S4Q-EI?

It ships with two hot-swappable AC power modules (100–240 VAC), providing redundant power and up to 480 W per module for high availability.

How is the CE6850-48S4Q-EI cooled?

The switch uses two front-mounted, hot-swappable fan boxes with port-side intake airflow designed for front-to-rear data center cooling architectures.

Which interfaces and optics does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI support?

It offers 48 SFP+ slots for 10 GbE optics or DAC cables and 4 QSFP+ slots for 40 GbE optics or breakout cables, enabling flexible uplinks and server connectivity.

Does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI support stacking or Virtual Chassis?

Yes, it supports Aruba Virtual Switching Framework (VSF) for stacking up to 12 members, simplifying management and increasing resiliency.

What management and monitoring features are available?

Management options include CLI, web GUI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RANCID, SSH, Telnet and Aruba AirWave or Aruba Central for centralized monitoring.

Which Layer 3 routing protocols are supported?

The switch supports OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, RIP, VRRP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM and static routing, delivering full enterprise-grade L3 capabilities.

Is Quality of Service (QoS) supported on the CE6850-48S4Q-EI?

Yes, it provides granular QoS with eight egress queues per port, traffic classification, policing, shaping and priority queuing for optimized application performance.

Does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI support IPv6?

Yes, it offers full IPv6 feature parity with IPv4, including IPv6 static, OSPFv3, BGP4+, ICMPv6, MLD, and Neighbor Discovery.

What security features are built into the switch?

Built-in security includes IEEE 802.1X port authentication, MAC-based access control, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, Dynamic ARP Inspection and ACLs.

How much power does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI consume?

Typical power draw is around 180 W, peaking at 360 W under full load with both power modules installed, depending on port utilization and optics.

What is the maximum cabling distance supported on SFP+ ports?

With multimode fiber optics, up to 300 m is supported; with single-mode optics, distances reach 10 km to 80 km, depending on the transceiver.

What are the physical dimensions and weight?

The switch measures 44.0 cm × 44.4 cm × 4.4 cm (W×D×H) and weighs approximately 6.5 kg without optics or modules.

Which operating temperature range does the CE6850-48S4Q-EI require?

It operates between 0 °C and 45 °C, with storage rated from –40 °C to 70 °C, meeting standard data center environmental specifications.

What warranty and support options are available?

HPE provides a limited lifetime switch warranty with next-business-day replacement and options for 24×7 support or Foundation Care for expedited service.

Which use cases are ideal for the CE6850-48S4Q-EI?

It excels in top-of-rack and spine deployments in enterprise data centers, cloud aggregation and high-density virtualization environments demanding low latency.