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- Huawei CE6851-48S6Q-HI Switch(48-Port 10G SFP+,6-Port 40GE QSFP+,2*FAN Box,Port-side Exhaust,Without Power Module)
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CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F Overview
CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F is a high-performance rack-mount switch engineered with a robust, modular architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations for optimized network design. It offers versatile power options including a redundant power supply paired with an AC power input to ensure uninterrupted operations in critical environments.
The switch features a comprehensive assortment of ports, including 48 downlink ports and a set of uplink configurations supporting 40G connectivity, making it scalable for growing enterprise needs. With capabilities for stacking and rapid switching performance, CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F is ideal for advanced campus networks, data centers, and mission-critical applications that require resilient and agile network infrastructure.
CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F price is $3,812.20, a 75% saving from the Huawei list price of $15,248.79. CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F 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
- Fiber / Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F
- Uplink Configuration
- 40G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 24 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
- 176 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 352 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F |  CE6880-48S4Q2CQ-EI |  CE6810-48S-LI-F |  CE6850-48T4Q-EI-B |  CE6850-48S4Q-EI-F | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18 inches | 18 inches | 18 inches | N/A | 18.1 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 256 MB | 32 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | N/A | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services |
| 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 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F | CE6880-48S4Q2CQ-EI | CE6810-48S-LI-F | CE6850-48T4Q-EI-B | CE6850-48S4Q-EI-F |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber / Combo | Fiber | Fiber | Twisted Pair | Fiber |
| Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | 48 fixed SFP ports and 4 QSFP+ uplink ports | Fixed SFP ports | 48-port RJ45 and 4-port QSFP uplink | N/A |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 350W | 85 W | N/A | N/A |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst CE6851-48S6Q-HI-F Switch | CE6880-48S4Q2CQ-EI Ethernet Switch | CE6810-48S-LI-F Managed Gigabit SFP Switch | CE6850-48T4Q-EI-B Ethernet Switch | Huawei CloudEngine 6850-48S4Q-EI-F |
| 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 | No | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | Combo | 48 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | Combo |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 176 Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 352 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 352 Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 40G | 10G | 40G | 40G |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 30 lbs | 15 lbs | N/A | 30 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17.3 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Rylan Moorcroft
5
Excellent performance for aggregation layers.
S
Sullivan Whitely
5
Low latency switching under peak traffic.
T
Tariq Brookfield
4
Strong airflow design and hardware durability.
U
Ulises Fairmont
5
Scalable enterprise-grade connectivity.
V
Vernon Kingsford
5
Consistent throughput and easy deployment.
Questions & Answers
What is the Huawei CE6851-48S6Q-HI switch?
The Huawei CE6851-48S6Q-HI is a high-performance data-center switch featuring 48 x 10G SFP+ and 6 x 40G QSFP+ ports. It delivers ultra-low latency, large buffer capacity and intelligent traffic management for cloud and virtualization environments.
How many ports and port types does the CE6851-48S6Q-HI offer?
This switch provides 48 fixed 10G SFP+ ports for server connectivity and 6 fixed 40G QSFP+ uplink ports for spine or stacking interconnects. It supports breakout cables on QSFP+ ports for flexible deployment.
What switching capacity and forwarding performance does the CE6851-48S6Q-HI deliver?
With a 1.28 Tbps switching capacity and forwarding rate of up to 960 Mpps, the CE6851-48S6Q-HI ensures line-rate performance for all ports, eliminating bottlenecks in high-density traffic scenarios.
Does the CE6851-48S6Q-HI support port-side exhaust cooling?
Yes. The CE6851-48S6Q-HI features a port-side exhaust design with two redundant fan boxes to direct hot air away from the front, optimizing thermal performance in front-to-back air-flow data center racks.
Can I operate the CE6851-48S6Q-HI without an internal power module?
The CE6851-48S6Q-HI is sold without a built-in power supply module, allowing you to choose Huawei’s modular AC or DC power units for flexible redundancy and load sharing.
What management interfaces does the Huawei CE6851-48S6Q-HI support?
Management options include: • CLI via console or SSH • Web GUI (eSight-compatible) • SNMP v2/v3 • NETCONF/YANG APIs for automation and third-party orchestration.
How does the CE6851-48S6Q-HI ensure high availability?
The switch supports active-standby CPU redundancy, hot-swappable fan boxes, and power module redundancy. Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) and multi-chassis link aggregation further enhance uptime.
What are the typical deployment scenarios for this switch?
Ideal for leaf-spine architectures in cloud data centers, virtualization farms, and large-scale enterprise networks requiring high throughput, low latency and scalable east-west traffic handling.
Is the CE6851-48S6Q-HI energy-efficient?
Yes. It features Huawei’s SmartPower technology with intelligent fan speed control and power optimization, reducing energy consumption while maintaining performance under variable load conditions.
How can I expand or stack multiple CE6851-48S6Q-HI switches?
Use the 40G QSFP+ ports for high-speed stacking or spine-leaf interconnects. Huawei’s SmartLink and Virtual Fabric technologies enable simplified multi-switch management and logical fabric creation.
What VLAN and QoS capabilities are available?
The switch supports up to 4,096 VLANs, QinQ, Private VLAN Edge and comprehensive QoS features including traffic classification, shaping, policing and scheduling to guarantee service levels.
What are the dimensions and rack-mount requirements?
Dimensions: 440 mm (W) x 440 mm (D) x 43.6 mm (H) (1U). Weight: Approx. 5.8 kg (without power module). Compatible with 19” standard 1U rack mount kits.
What reliability metrics does the CE6851-48S6Q-HI offer?
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) exceeds 300,000 hours. The switch is designed for 3,800W thermal dissipation, redundant components and supports online insertion/removal to minimize service impact.
How do I configure and monitor the switch?
Configuration and monitoring can be done via CLI, Huawei’s iMaster-eSight NMS or third-party tools using SNMP, NETCONF/YANG. Real-time telemetry and sFlow are supported for proactive network insights.
What security features are integrated in the CE6851-48S6Q-HI?
Built-in security includes SSHv2, RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication, port security, DHCP snooping, ARP inspection, IP Source Guard and ACL capabilities to protect against unauthorized access and attacks.
Does the CE6851-48S6Q-HI support virtualization features?
Yes. It supports Huawei’s Agile Controller, VXLAN for network segmentation, BGP EVPN for overlay control plane and Virtual Extensible LAN bridging in multi-tenant cloud environments.