Advanced Network Integration for Enterprise-level Deployments The Huawei EH1D2F48SEC0 Interface Card serves as a critical component for IT managers and network engineers deploying Huawei S9700 series chassis including S9703, S9706, and S9712 models. This interface card targets infrastructures demanding high-density 48-port FE optical access with SFP connector support, facilitating scalable network expansion. Its design aligns with enterprise needs for robust, secure, and easily maintainable network switches that reduce operational complexities. The product optimally supports core and aggregation layers within large-scale data centers or telecommunications environments, ensuring seamless connectivity and streamlined system upgrades for professional network architects.
Technical Excellence with Distributed Forwarding and Protocol Support Engineered for performance and interoperability, the Huawei EH1D2F48SEC0 Interface Card integrates distributed forwarding capabilities via a concurrent data plane architecture, enabling true line-rate switching with minimal latency. It supports dual-rate 10G/1G SFP+ optical modules, compliant with IEEE 802.3u standards, delivering measured power consumption of up to 76 W under operational conditions. The card’s hot-swappable interface minimizes downtime by allowing live replacement or upgrades. It also supports advanced protocols including IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack, LACP, and VRRP, enhancing network redundancy and stability. These technical attributes ensure compatibility with varied network topologies and rigorous performance benchmarks critical to engineering teams.
Deployment Flexibility for Core and Aggregation Network Layers The Huawei EH1D2F48SEC0 Interface Card demonstrates its value across diverse critical network environments, such as data centers, telecommunications core networks, and aggregation layers. Its 48 all-optical FE ports enable high-bandwidth access and consolidation of network traffic, while maintaining low bit error rates and power efficiency essential for sustainable operations. The interface card supports easy integration into Huawei’s S9700 chassis frameworks, providing a scalable upgrade path for existing Cisco or Huawei infrastructures. It also facilitates adherence to compliance standards and network protocols required in telecom and enterprise sectors, improving both network uptime and operational ROI for technology procurement managers and systems integrators.
Product Advantages
Modular Design and Integration Compatibility The Huawei EH1D2F48SEC0 Interface Card is designed for seamless modular integration within Huawei S9700 series chassis systems. Its structural layout optimizes space with dimensions of 394.7 mm x 426.8 mm x 35.1 mm, supporting up to 48 FE optical ports via SFP connectors. The hot-swappable feature enables concurrent hardware replacement without interrupting network traffic, significantly reducing maintenance windows. The adherence to standardized IEEE 802.3u protocols and compliance with Ethernet_II and Ethernet_SAP frame formats ensure interoperability with a broad range of network equipment. This design philosophy provides system architects the flexibility to tailor configurations specific to high-density access or aggregation layers within enterprise networks.
Optimized Performance with Reliability and Ease of Maintenance Performance-wise, the Huawei EH1D2F48SEC0 Interface Card delivers reliable line-rate switching with low latency, supporting dual-rate 10G/1G modules that allow network engineers to adapt speed options based on traffic demands. The card features low power consumption of 76 W maximum, contributing to energy-efficient data center operations. Its intelligent plug-and-play installation with automatic speed detection reduces commissioning complexity and resource overhead. Support for key network protocols such as IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack, LACP, and VRRP ensures network redundancy and resilience, critical for maintaining high service availability. The product’s robust engineering extends service life and facilitates network scalability, creating value for enterprises managing mission-critical infrastructures.
Functions and features of the EH1D2F48SEC0
Function
Description
Basic function
Provides forty-eight FE optical ports for data transmission and line-rate switching.
Distributed forwarding
Performs concurrent data forwarding using a distributed data plane.
Hot swapping
The EH1D2F48SEC0 is hot swappable.
Ports on the EH1D2F48SEC0
Attribute
Description
Connector type
SFP
Optical port attributes
Depend on the SFP optical module used.
For details on the optical modules supported by the EH1D2F48SEC0 and their attributes, see FE SFP/eSFP Optical Modules.
Standards compliance
IEEE 802.3u
Frame format
Ethernet_II, Ethernet_SAP, Ethernet_SNAP
Network protocol
IP
Technical specifications of the EH1D2F48SEC0
Item
Description
Physical specifications
Dimensions (W x D x H): 394.7 mm x 426.8 mm x 35.1 mm (15.5 in. x 16.8 in. x 1.4 in.)
Weight: 2.66 kg (5.86 lb)
Maximum power consumption: 76 W
Environment specifications
Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Operating relative humidity: 5% RH to 95% RH (noncondensing)
Storage temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)
Storage relative humidity: 5% RH to 95% RH (noncondensing)
Use Scenarios
High-Density Data Center Core Network Enhancement In large-scale data centers, where managing tens of thousands of data streams requires robust infrastructure, the Huawei EH1D2F48SEC0 Interface Card offers indispensable support as a core switch module. Positioned within Huawei S9700 series chassis, it provides 48 FE optical ports essential for consolidating high-bandwidth traffic with low bit error rates. Its compliance with IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack protocols and distributed forwarding capabilities allows network administrators to optimize traffic flows and redundancy configurations using LACP and VRRP. Integration with existing management systems is straightforward due to compliance with IEEE standards, enabling the card to function efficiently within complex network topologies and maintain continuous uptime vital for cloud service providers and large enterprises.
Telecommunications Aggregation Layer Deployment for Network Stability For telecommunication providers upgrading their aggregation layers, the Huawei EH1D2F48SEC0 Interface Card plays a key role in supporting dual-rate 10G/1G optical transmissions compatible with both Huawei and Cisco environments. Its hot-swappable design ensures zero interruption maintenance critical in carrier-grade networks where downtime results in significant SLA penalties. The card’s high throughput and low power consumption promote cost-effective operation across sprawling metro area networks. Its extensive protocol support, including IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack and Ethernet frame standards, ensures interoperability and network reliability. As a result, network operators streamline workflows with simple module replacement processes and achieve scalable, redundant network access essential for next-generation telecom services.
EH1D2F48SEC0 FAQ
Q1: What are the core functions of this service board? How are all-optical ports and high reliability balanced?
A1: It contains 48 pure SFP+ optical ports, supports 10G/1G dual-rate, and general-purpose high-reliability forwarding; bit error rate ≤10⁻¹², suitable for core high-bandwidth scenarios, low power consumption ≤192W, making it the preferred choice for ultra-large-scale stable access with all-optical ports.
Q2: What are the core advantages compared to a regular 48-port 10GE optical port board?
A2: The advantages are high reliability and low bit error rate, dual-rate compatibility with new and old equipment, ultra-high density saving slots, and green low power consumption, while solving the three major pain points of insufficient reliability, high upgrade costs, and excessive power consumption in core scenarios.
Q3: Does it require specific optical modules? Which core protocols does it support?
A3: It is compatible with Huawei standard SFP+/SFP optical modules (including different transmission distances); supports IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack, LACP, and VRRP, meeting the high reliability and redundancy requirements of the core aggregation layer.
Q4: How do I determine if this service board needs to be deployed? Is the installation complex?
A4: Deployment is recommended when a large network requires 40+ all-optical port terminal access and core services have extremely high reliability requirements; it supports hot-swapping, installation requires no professional tools, ports automatically identify speeds, and it's plug-and-play.
Optical Modules Supported by Huawei S Series Switches
