Manufacturer Part Number
BCM56860A1KFSBG
Manufacturer
Broadcom
Introduction
High-capacity StrataXGS Tomahawk Switch Series for data center and cloud computing
Product Features and Performance
Advanced connectivity for high-density, multi-10/40/100GbE networking solutions
Highly integrated system-on-a-chip (SoC) architecture
Reduced power consumption and increased port density
Support for next-generation software-defined networking (SDN) and network functions virtualization (NFV)
Product Advantages
Elevated networking performance and throughput
Energy-efficient design
Robust security features
Extensive buffer and queue statistics for advanced traffic management
Key Technical Parameters
Switching capacity of multiple terabits per second
Integrated high-bandwidth SerDes
Comprehensive L2 and L3 switching functionality
Flexible pipeline for forwarding and classification
Quality and Safety Features
Compliance with industry standards and protocols
Rigorous testing to ensure reliability and stability
Error checking and correction mechanisms
Compatibility
Support for the broad ecosystem of network operating systems
Compatibility with a wide range of optical modules and connectors
Interoperability with legacy and current network infrastructures
Application Areas
Data center networks
Enterprise core and distribution layers
High-performance computing clusters
Large-scale cloud infrastructure
Product Lifecycle
Active product status with ongoing support and updates
Future roadmap includes enhancements and next-generation replacements
Not nearing discontinuation
Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Leading switching capacity for data-intensive applications
Support for high-volume, low-latency transactions
End-to-end solution for scalable network infrastructure
Continuous innovation from a trusted industry leader
Broad software and hardware ecosystem support
