The Performance Technologies PT-CPC6620-12163 is a CompactPCI Ethernet switch engineered for IPnexus systems requiring high-performance packet switching in space-constrained deployments. Built to PICMG 2.16 specification, this switch delivers 96 Gbps non-blocking switching fabric with wire-speed Layer 2/Layer 3 routing across all ports, eliminating congestion in demanding network environments.
Technical Specifications
Switching & Routing Performance
• 96 Gbps non-blocking switching fabric
• Full wire-speed, non-blocking data flows on all ports
• Wire-speed Layer 2/Layer 3 IPv4/IPv6 routing
• Layer 2-7 packet classification and filtering
• Jumbo packet support up to 9 kB
• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN support with up to 16 VLANs
• IEEE 802.1p QoS with eight priority queues
Connectivity
• 24 x 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet ports
• 2 x 10 Gb CX-4 uplink ports
• Optional front panel SFP connectors for optical uplinks
Processing & Memory
• 800 MHz processor
• ECC-protected memory
• Optional CompactFlash configuration storage
– Key Features
Auto configuration replication enables rapid deployment—new units clone setup parameters from surviving switches, reducing integration time. Real-time integrity testing continuously monitors switch health. Integrated failover automatically reroutes data to alternate paths during system or network failures. A scripting language automates installation and update routines, streamlining operational workflows.
– Typical Applications
Suitable for embedded network switching in CompactPCI-based systems requiring deterministic, non-blocking packet forwarding. Ideal for military, aerospace, and industrial applications demanding high availability and compact form factors.
– Compatibility & Integration
PICMG 2.16 compliance ensures interoperability within packet-switched CompactPCI backplane architectures. CompactPCI form factor accommodates space-constrained system designs while maintaining full network performance.
