Huawei CloudEngine S12700E Series Switches

The Huawei CloudEngine S12700E-4 is a flagship core switch designed for next-generation campus networks. It offers ultra-large switching capacity, seamless wired and wireless convergence, and full-stack openness for smooth upgrades and simplified operations. As part of Huawei’s Cloud Campus portfolio, the S12700E-4 helps enterprises build intelligent, service-centric network architectures that deliver high reliability, streamlined performance, and enhanced user experiences—ideal for educational institutions, large enterprises, and smart campuses.

SKU: Huawei CloudEngine S12700E Category:

The Huawei CloudEngine S12700E-4 is a high-performance core switch built for high-end campus networks, supporting ultra-large switching capacity and advanced convergence of wired and wireless services. Featuring smooth upgrade paths, flexible architecture, and full-stack openness, it delivers high availability, agility, and reliability. It is ideal for enterprises, education, and smart campus applications requiring service-centric networking infrastructure.

Chassis Specifications

  • Line Processing Unit (LPU) Slots: 4
  • Main Processing Unit (MPU) Slots: 2
  • Switch Fabric Unit (SFU) Slots: 2
  • Fan Slots: 2
  • Power Module Slots: 4
  • Control and Monitoring Unit (CMU) Slots: 2

Port Density per Chassis

  • 192 × FE
  • 192 × GE
  • 192 × 10GE
  • 160 × 25GE
  • 96 × 40GE
  • 96 × 100GE

Installation

  • Compatible Cabinets: N66E or N68E (Supports one or two chassis per cabinet)

Clustering

  • Cluster Switch System (CSS): Supported via service port clustering

Power Specifications

  • DC Input Voltage: -48 V to -60 V (Max: -40 V to -72 V)
  • AC Input Voltage: 110 V/220 V AC, 50/60 Hz (Max: 90–290 V AC, 47–63 Hz)
  • HVDC Input Voltage (3000 W): Rated 240 V DC (Range: 190–290 V DC)

Dimensions

  • With Cable Management: 441.7 mm × 442 mm × 585 mm (17.39 in × 17.4 in × 23.0 in)
  • Without Cable Management: 441.7 mm × 442 mm × 517.4 mm (17.39 in × 17.4 in × 20.37 in)

Weight

  • Empty: 24.5 kg (54 lb)
  • Fully Configured: 66 kg (145.5 lb)

Reliability & Availability

  • MTBF: 33.38 years
  • MTTR: 2 hours
  • Availability: 99.999658%

Environmental Specifications

  • Operating Temperature:
    • -60 m to +1800 m: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
    • 1800 m to 4000 m: -1°C per 220 m rise in altitude
    • 4000 m max: 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
  • Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
  • Storage Temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)
  • Storage Altitude: < 5000 m (16404 ft)

Noise Levels

  • Normal Operating Conditions: ≤ 78 dB(A)

Certifications

  • EMC Certification
  • Safety Certification
  • Manufacturing Certification