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.
Functions of the LSS7G48SX6E0
The LSS7G48SX6E0 provides the following functions:
Communicates with the MPU and works under the control of the MPU.
Searches for routes and destination addresses of data packets for forwarding.
Forwards data packets.
Function
Description
Basic functions
Provides forty-eight GE optical ports for data access and switching.
Distributed forwarding
Performs concurrent data forwarding using a distributed data plane.
Hot swapping
The LSS7G48SX6E0 is hot swappable.
Ports on the LSS7G48SX6E0
Optical port attributes (optical module)
Attribute
Description
Connector type
SFP
Optical port attributes
Depend on the SFP optical module used.
For optical modules supported by the LSS7G48SX6E0 and their attributes, see GE eSFP Optical Modules, GE-CWDM eSFP Optical Modules, and GE-DWDM eSFP Optical Modules.
Standards compliance
IEEE 802.3z
Frame format
Ethernet_II, Ethernet_SAP, Ethernet_SNAP
Network protocol
IP
Optical port attributes (copper module)
Attribute
Description
Connector type
SFP
Optical port attributes
Depend on the SFP copper module used.
For details on the copper modules supported by the cards and attributes of the copper modules, see GE SFP Copper Modules (100 Mbit/s and 1000 Mbit/s rates).
Standards compliance
IEEE 802.3ab
Frame format
Ethernet_II, Ethernet_SAP, Ethernet_SNAP
Network protocol
IP
Technical specifications
Item
Description
Physical specifications
Dimensions (H x W x D): 35.1 mm x 397.2 mm x 430.4 mm (1.38 in. x 15.64 in. x 16.95 in.)
Weight: 3.2 kg (7.05 lb)
Maximum power consumption: 147 W
LSS7G48SX6E0 FAQ
Q1: Is it compatible with Huawei S7706 switches? Will there be bandwidth bottlenecks with 48 ports operating at full load and long-distance transmission?
A1: Fully compatible! Supports the entire S7700/S9700 series, backplane bandwidth ≥48Gbps, no bottlenecks under full load transmission, low insertion loss design ensures long-distance stability, meeting large-scale access needs;
Q2: How is the signal stability when paired with ZX modules for 80km long-distance transmission? Is it compatible with third-party compliant optical modules?
A2: Signal attenuation <0.8dB within 80km, no packet loss; Huawei original modules are preferred, but it is also compatible with IEEE standard third-party modules, offering flexible adaptation and controllable costs;
Q3: How to choose between 24/32-port/Gigabit Ethernet high-end circuit boards?
A3: The 24-port version is suitable for less than 30 devices, the 32-port version is suitable for 30-40 devices, and the Ethernet version is suitable for short-distance scenarios; for more than 40 devices and long-distance requirements, this product offers the best cost performance.
Optical Modules Supported by Huawei S Series Switches
