Huawei ES1D2H02QX2E Interface Card

ES1D2H02QX2E Introduction

The ES1D2H02QX2E can be installed in:

• Slots 01 to 03 in an S7703 or S7703 PoE chassis.
• Slots 01 to 06 in an S7706 or S7706 PoE chassis.
• Slots 01 to 12 in an S7712 chassis.

S7700 Series Switches Overview

The S7700 series switches (S7700 for short) are high-end smart routing switches designed for nextgenerationenterprise networks. The S7700 design is based on Huawei’s intelligent multi-layer switching technology to provide intelligent service optimization methods, such as MPLS VPN, traffic analysis, comprehensive H-QoS policies, controllable multicast, load balancing, and security, in addition to high-performanceLayer 2 to Layer 4 switching services.

Functional Role and Intended Deployment Environments
The Huawei ES1D2H02QX2E Interface Card serves as a critical uplink module designed exclusively for integration into Huawei S7700 series switches, including S7700, S7706 PoE, and S7712 chassis models. Its placement within these platforms supports enterprise-grade core and distribution networking layers where high throughput and reliability are mandatory. Targeted at network architects and engineers managing scalable data center and campus infrastructures, this interface card enables seamless bandwidth upgrades and network capacity expansion. By accommodating two 100GE QSFP28 ports and two 40GE QSFP+ ports, it supports heterogeneous uplink scenarios, allowing flexible network design aligned with evolving infrastructure requirements.

Technical Specifications and Performance Parameters
The Huawei ES1D2H02QX2E Interface Card incorporates advanced multi-layer switching technology with distributed forwarding capabilities to ensure optimal data plane efficiency and low latency forwarding. The card's dual 100GE QSFP28 and dual 40GE QSFP+ optical ports provide robust throughput potential, ideal for accommodating bandwidth-intensive traffic patterns. It supports hot-swappable operation, minimizing network downtime during maintenance or upgrades. The compatibility with Huawei S7700 chassis slots—ranging from slots 01 to 12 depending on the model—facilitates a modular network architecture. Designed with a maximum power consumption of 153.1 W and a compact form factor, this line card meets demanding environmental and power constraints typical in enterprise-grade network deployments.

Industry Deployment and Operational Benefits
Within data center cores, enterprise campus backbones, or service provider aggregation layers, the Huawei ES1D2H02QX2E Interface Card enhances network resiliency and throughput by delivering scalable high-bandwidth uplinks. Its support for QSFP28 and QSFP+ optics allows interoperability with existing fiber infrastructures, providing flexibility in interconnection strategies. By enabling concurrent distributed forwarding, the interface card optimizes traffic load balancing and supports advanced routing protocols such as MPLS VPN, crucial for segmented and secure data flows. Additionally, its application in virtualized server clusters and campus networks facilitates future-proof network scaling, thereby improving operational efficiency and return on investment for IT infrastructure managers.


Product Advantages

Design and Integration Strengths of the Interface Card
The Huawei ES1D2H02QX2E Interface Card is engineered with a hot-swappable, compact form factor tailored for seamless insertion into designated slots within Huawei S7700 series chassis. This design ensures minimal service interruption during hardware replacements or upgrades, supporting high availability network architectures. Its modular compatibility across multiple chassis types enhances system flexibility, allowing network administrators to standardize uplink hardware across various deployment scales. Additionally, the card’s distributed forwarding architecture distributes traffic processing loads efficiently, reducing bottlenecks and enabling scalable performance. The adoption of standardized QSFP28 and QSFP+ ports guarantees compatibility with a wide range of optical modules and cabling, facilitating integration into diverse network environments.

Performance Excellence and Operational Efficiency
Performance-wise, the Huawei ES1D2H02QX2E Interface Card delivers exceptional throughput capacity with simultaneous handling of 2x100GE and 2x40GE links, ensuring high-speed data transmission in critical network segments. Its support for advanced Layer 2 through Layer 4 switching enhances traffic prioritization and quality of service implementations critical for enterprise applications. The hot-swappable feature reduces mean time to repair (MTTR), increasing network uptime and operational efficiency. Engineers benefit from the card’s support for distributed forwarding technology that allows concurrent data plane processing, which maximizes packet forwarding rates and minimizes latency. Overall, the interface card enables robust uplink scalability that aligns with enterprise IT strategies focused on long-term network evolution.


Functions of the ES1D2H02QX2E