Functional Role and Target Users of the Interface Card The Huawei EH1D2X08SED5 Interface Card is engineered exclusively for Huawei S9700 series switches, targeting enterprise network operators and data center engineers requiring multiple 10 Gigabit connections. This module facilitates high-speed uplink ports essential for scalable network architectures. Its eight 10GBASE-X ports support robust optical connectivity, accommodating expanding bandwidth demands while maintaining optimized power consumption profiles. Network administrators in environments prioritizing uptime will benefit from its hot-swappable design, allowing module replacement without service disruption. Thus, the card meets the operational criteria for organizations focused on reliability, flexibility, and performance in medium to large deployments.
Technical Capabilities and Compliance Details This interface card incorporates eight 10GBASE-X SFP+ optical ports and supports IEEE 802.3ae standards, ensuring interoperability with industry-compliant optical modules. The EH1D2X08SED5 supports distributed forwarding technology, enabling line-rate data handling to maximize throughput and reduce latency. Its compatibility with Huawei’s standard SFP+ modules, including 10GE, 10GE-CWDM, and 10GE-DWDM modules, provides versatile optical configuration options. Designed with a hot-swappable form factor, it facilitates maintenance and upgrades with zero downtime. The module operates under an energy-efficient power envelope below 200W, addressing constraints of power-sensitive network environments typical in modern data centers.
Industry Applications and Network Integration Benefits In practical deployment scenarios such as data centers, campus networks, and enterprise branch sites, the Huawei EH1D2X08SED5 Interface Card contributes critical 10G uplink capacity. It supports link aggregation and service port clustering, enhancing bandwidth utilization and network redundancy. Its integration within Huawei’s S9700 switch chassis expands network scalability while facilitating manageable optical port density. The module’s reliable performance and compliance with industry standards make it suitable for expanding existing infrastructure or for new network builds demanding flexible, high-throughput optical access. This solution thus supports operational continuity and drives measurable efficiency across network ecosystems requiring cutting-edge connectivity solutions.
Product Advantages
Modular Design and System Integration Strengths The Huawei EH1D2X08SED5 Interface Card incorporates a modular architecture designed for seamless insertion into multiple Huawei S9700 chassis models, including S9703, S9706, and S9712, supporting a broad range of deployment scales. Its hot-swappable capability allows network operators to perform hardware replacements or upgrades without interrupting live services, crucial for maintaining high availability. The card’s compliance with IEEE 802.3ae and compatibility with standard Huawei SFP+ optical modules ensures standardized interoperability, reducing integration challenges across heterogeneous network equipment. Its compact physical dimensions and low weight further facilitate efficient resource utilization within constrained rack space.
Operational Efficiency and User-Oriented Performance Benefits Performance-wise, the EH1D2X08SED5 maintains line-rate forwarding across all eight 10GBASE-X optical ports, driving optimal data throughput with minimal packet loss. The distributed forwarding architecture enables concurrent data processing, reducing bottlenecks and improving latency metrics critical for enterprise network applications. Its low maximum power consumption enhances operational cost-efficiency in power-constrained environments. The card’s plug-and-play installation reduces configuration complexity and shortens deployment cycles, delivering direct value by minimizing operational overhead. Together, these features underscore the module’s ability to support demanding network workloads while aligning with best practices in network management and energy efficiency.
Functions and features of the EH1D2X08SED5
Function
Description
Basic function
Provides eight 10GE BASE-X optical ports for data transmission and line-rate switching.
Distributed forwarding
Performs concurrent data forwarding using a distributed data plane.
Software feature
Service port clustering
Hot swapping
The EH1D2X08SED5 is hot swappable.
Ports on th EH1D2X08SED5
Attribute
Description
Connector type
SFP+
Optical port attributes
Depend on the SFP+ - SFP+ high-speed cable (1 m, 3 m, 5 m, 10 m), QSFP+ - 4*SFP+ high-speed cable (1 m, 3 m, 5 m), SFP+ optical module, or SFP+ optical cable used.
For the optical modules supported by the EH1D2X08SED5, see 10GE SFP+ Optical Modules, 10GE-CWDM SFP+ Optical Modules and 10GE-DWDM SFP+ Optical Modules.
Standards compliance
IEEE 802.3ae
Frame format
Ethernet_II, Ethernet_SAP, Ethernet_SNAP
Network protocol
IP
Specifications of the EH1D2X08SED5
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: 2.50 kg (5.51 lb)
Maximum power consumption: 198.1 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
Enhancing Small Data Center Network Capacity Within small data center environments focused on consolidating network resources, the Huawei EH1D2X08SED5 Interface Card functions as an essential expansion unit for S9700 switches, providing eight 10GBASE-X optical uplink ports. This capability addresses growing bandwidth demands from virtualization and cloud applications by supporting high-density connectivity. The card’s support for standard Huawei SFP+ modules ensures flexible optical reach and compatibility with existing transceivers. Its hot-swappable design enables live maintenance, aligning with data center operational policies that mandate zero downtime. Integration into centralized network management systems ensures streamlined monitoring of link status and power usage, optimizing the data center’s overall reliability and efficiency.
Supporting Branch Office Network Aggregation and Redundancy In distributed enterprise networks, the EH1D2X08SED5 Interface Card plays a pivotal role in branch office switches by enabling multiple 10 Gigabit access points connected back to core network switches. Its link aggregation feature increases available bandwidth and provides redundancy to maintain continuous operations under port or link failures. The compliance with IEEE 802.3ae standards guarantees interoperability with various optical modules, facilitating deployment across diverse physical environments. The card’s energy-efficient operation is well suited to locations with limited power supply and cooling capabilities. Integration within Huawei S9700 switch chassis supports centralized configuration and traffic optimization, thereby enhancing network resilience and performance consistency in branch networks.
EH1D2X08SED5 FAQ
Q1: What are the core functions of this service board? How low is its power consumption?
A1: It contains 8 10GE SFP+ ports, supports distributed forwarding and link aggregation; power consumption ≤120W, more energy-efficient than ordinary 10 Gigabit cards, and supports hot-swapping.
Q2: What are the core advantages compared to ordinary 8-port 10 Gigabit cards?
A2: The advantages are low-power design (suitable for scenarios with limited power supply), distributed forwarding, precisely matching the needs of small networks, energy-saving and efficient.
Q3: Does it require specific optical modules? Which data center environments is it suitable for?
A3: Compatible with Huawei standard SFP+ 10G optical modules; suitable for small data centers, branch network sites, and 10 Gigabit access scenarios with limited power supply/heat dissipation.
Q4: How do I determine if I need to deploy this service board? Is the installation complex?
A4: Deployment is recommended when a small network requires 8 10 Gigabit access ports and the data center has limited power supply; it supports hot-swapping, installation requires no special tools, and it's plug-and-play.
Optical Modules Supported by Huawei S Series Switches
