MSN3700-CS2FO, Mellanox Spectrum-2 Switch, 32x100GbE QSFP28/2xAC PSU/P2C airflow

The Mellanox NVIDIA Mellanox MSN3700-CS2FO is an enterprise-class switch meticulously engineered for high-density data center environments and demanding cloud infrastructures. As a true Open Ethernet Switch, it empowers organizations to build flexible, scalable networks that conform to modern standards for agility and operator control. Offering per-port speeds up to 100GbE and robust support for QSF P28 interfaces, this model is purpose-built for hyperscale deployments where throughput, low latency, and port versatility are critical. By integrating the NVIDIA Spectrum-2 chip, the MSN3700-CS2FO ensures exceptional packet handling and consistent data plane performance across large-scale virtualized or AI-driven workloads. This switch stands out in both performance and interoperability, supporting open networking protocols and broad compatibility. Intelligent hardware design, redundancy, and extensive certifications create a stable networking foundation that confidently supports multi-tenant data centers, research clusters, and edge deployments across diverse geographic regions. Engineered to deliver reliability, speed, and seamless 100GbE operations, the NVIDIA Mellanox MSN3700-CS2FO addresses evolving traffic demands with efficient power utilization, advanced safety compliance, and future-ready architecture—ideal for distributors scaling out web, enterprise, or AI-enabled networks.

Product Features Comparison

Model	NVIDIA Mellanox MSN3700-CS2FO	NVIDIA Mellanox MSN4700-WS2R	834978-B22	C9500-32C-EDU
Brand	Mellanox	Mellanox	HPE	Cisco
Port Configuration	SN3700: 32 x QSFP56 SN3700C: 32 x QSFP28	32 x QSFP-DD	36 × InfiniBand EDR ports	n/a
Switching Capacity	SN3700: 6.4 Tb/s SN3700C: 3.2 Tb/s	12.8 Tbps	7.2 Tbps (non-blocking)	Up to 6.4 Tbps
Forwarding Rate	n/a	n/a	7.02 billion packets per second	Up to 2 Bpps
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a