What is the port-to-port latency?

Port-to-port latency is 170ns, optimized for InfiniBand FDR with adaptive routing and congestion control. It includes 9 virtual lanes (8 data + 1 management) and MTU support from 256 to 4Kbyte, ideal for latency-sensitive HPC workloads.

How is power and cooling managed?

Dual redundant hot-plug power supplies support 100-240VAC 50-60Hz, with typical consumption of 126W (passive cables) or 231W (active cables). Cooling features front-to-rear or reverse airflow, hot-swappable fans, and auto-heat sensing for reliable datacenter operation.

What management options are available?

Management via CLI/SNMP, on-board Subnet Manager for up to 648 nodes, UFM agent, dual 100/1000 Ethernet ports, RS232 DB9, and USB. It supports up to 8 partitions, port mirroring, and IBTA 1.2.1/1.3 compliance for easy fabric control.

What are the physical dimensions and weight?

Dimensions are 1.72in (H) x 16.84in (W) x 24.7in (D) or 43.6x428x627mm, weighing 20.5 lbs (9.3 kg). It's 1U rack-mountable with RoHS-6 certification, fitting standard 19-inch racks with optional rail kits.

Does it support InfiniBand to Ethernet bridging?

Yes, VPI architecture enables InfiniBand to Ethernet bridging, with FDR/FDR10 FEC support. This allows converged fabrics using QSFP connectors for passive copper, active fiber cables, or adapters, simplifying hybrid deployments.

SX6036 - Mellanox SX6036 36 QSFP 56Gb/s FDR 4Tb/s InfiniBand Switch

Name: Mellanox SX6036 36 QSFP 56Gb/s FDR 4Tb/s InfiniBand Switch
Brand: Mellanox
SKU: SX6036
Price: 690 USD
Availability: InStock

SX6036 - Mellanox SX6036 36 QSFP 56Gb/s FDR 4Tb/s InfiniBand Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Mellanox SX6036, now under NVIDIA, is a 1U rack-mountable 36-port non-blocking managed InfiniBand/VPI SDN switch system delivering 56Gb/s FDR full bi-directional bandwidth per QSFP port and 4.032Tb/s aggregate switching capacity. It features 170ns port-to-port latency, 9 virtual lanes (8 data + 1 management), and MTU support from 256 to 4Kbyte. Management includes on-board Subnet Manager for up to 648 nodes, CLI/SNMP, dual Ethernet ports, RS232, and USB. Advanced capabilities encompass adaptive routing, congestion control, port mirroring, and up to 8 partitions. Power uses dual redundant hot-plug 100-240VAC supplies with 126W passive/231W active cable consumption. Cooling offers front-to-rear or reverse airflow with hot-swappable fans. Dimensions are 1.72x16.84x24.7 inches, weighing 20.5 lbs. Compliant with IBTA 1.2.1/1.3 and RoHS-6, it suits high-performance datacenters, HPC, and storage fabrics requiring low-latency, scalable interconnects.

4.032Tb/s non-blocking FDR switching capacity
170ns port-to-port latency for low-delay fabrics
36 QSFP ports at 56Gb/s bi-directional bandwidth
Dual redundant hot-plug power supplies 100-240VAC
On-board SM manages up to 648 nodes
1U rack-mount with hot-swap fans

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Featuring

Fabric Management
Manufacturer part #	SX6036
Brand	Mellanox
Condition	Refurbished
Model	SX6036
Technology	InfiniBand FDR (Fourteen Data Rate); VPI (Virtual Protocol Interconnect); SDN (Software Defined Network) support
Product Line	SwitchX
Product Type	36-port Non-blocking Managed 56Gb/s InfiniBand/VPI SDN Switch System
Virtual Lanes	9 virtual lanes: 8 data + 1 management
Advanced Features	Adaptive Routing; Congestion control; Port mirroring; Up to 8 multiple switch partitions
Device Management	CLI or SNMP

Compatible systems

SX6036 is a fabric switch for HPC clusters and converged I/O applications; compatibility data not specified in available sources

Best for

HPC Clusters
Delivers 4.032Tb/s non-blocking throughput and 170ns latency across 36 QSFP ports, enabling high-speed node interconnects for compute-intensive workloads.
Datacenter Fabrics
Supports VPI and SDN with on-board SM for up to 648 nodes, facilitating scalable InfiniBand fabrics with adaptive routing and congestion control.
Storage Networks
Provides 56Gb/s FDR bandwidth and InfiniBand to Ethernet bridging, optimizing low-latency data transfer in converged storage environments.
Top-of-Rack Leaf
1U form factor with dual redundant power and hot-swap fans ensures reliable deployment in rack-scale clusters with 9 virtual lanes.

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Supported Standards	IBTA 1.2.1 and 1.3 compliant; FDR/FDR10 support for Forward Error Correction (FEC); InfiniBand to Ethernet Bridging

Compliance Certifications	RoHS-6 compliant; IBTA 1.2.1 and 1.3; ETS 300 753

Network & Communication

Port Speed	56Gb/s full bi-directional bandwidth per port (FDR)
MTU Support	256 to 4Kbyte
MAC Address Table	4X48K entry linear forwarding database
Switching Capacity	4Tb/s aggregate non-blocking switching capacity (4.032 Tb/s FDR)
Port-to-Port Latency	170ns

Status Indicators	Per port status LED (Link, Activity); System status LEDs (System, fans, power supplies); Port Error LED; Unit ID LED

Voltage Input	100-240VAC; 50-60Hz single phase AC
Power Supplies	Dual redundant slots; hot plug operation
Typical Power Consumption	Passive cable: 126W; Active cable: 231W

Weight	20.5 lbs (9.3 kg)
Dimensions	1.72 inches (H) x 16.84 inches (W) x 24.7 inches (D); 43.6mm (H) x 428mm (W) x 627mm (D)
Rack Units	1U
Form Factor	1U rack-mountable

Cooling System	Front-to-rear or rear-to-front cooling option; hot-swappable fan unit; auto-heat sensing for silent fan operation

Interface/Ports

Port Count	36 QSFP ports
Connector Type	QSFP connectors; passive copper or active fiber cables; fiber media adapters
Management Ports	Dual 100/1000 Ethernet ports; RS232 port over DB9; USB port

Mellanox SX6036 36 QSFP 56Gb/s FDR 4Tb/s InfiniBand Switch