Specifications

New and Enhanced Features in AlliedWare Plus 5.4.4 Major and Minor Versions 263
The SwitchBlade x8106 is a compact, high-performing, scalable solution providing an
extensive range of connectivity options. Dual control cards are partnered with four line
cards, or a single control card can be used with five line cards. Gigabit and 10 Gigabit line
card options ensure a system capable of meeting the requirements of today’s networks,
and the flexibility to expand when required.
For more information on the SBx8106 switch, see the SBx8100 Data Sheet, Installation
Guide and Software Reference. These documents are available from our website at
alliedtelesis.com/switches/sbx8100.
SBx81CFC960 control card for SBx8100 Series
With SBx81CFC960 control cards, the
SwitchBlade x8100 Series support
advanced features and high-availability
for a superior network core solution. Dual
CFC960 control cards provide up to
160Gbps non-blocking throughput to
each line card slot, for maximum
performance. The CFC960 control card supports four 10G fiber SFP+ modules.
Two CFC960 based chassis can be stacked together into a single virtual unit using VCStack
Plus™. This creates a powerful and completely resilient network core, which can even be
distributed over long distance. Other powerful features such as VRF-Lite ensure a network
solution that is scalable and ready to meet the demands of the large enterprise business.
Key new features in 5.4.4 for SBx8100 Series switches with
CFC960 control cards
■ Allied Telesis Management Framework (AMF) for simple management of your whole
network. The CFC960 supports larger networks of up to 120 nodes.
1
■ VCStack Plus to stack two chassis into a distributed virtual chassis with no single point
of failure
■ VRF-Lite
■ BGP4+ for IPv6
2
For information about the AlliedWare Plus features on the CFC960, see the AlliedWare Plus
Software Reference for SwitchBlade x8100 Series Switches. For more information about the
hardware, see the Installation Guides.
These documents are available from our website at alliedtelesis.com/switches/sbx8100.
SBx81GT40 line card for SBx8100 Series
The SBx81GT40 line card provides 40 Gigabit
copper ports for maximum port density,
using RJ point five connectors. Up to 400
ports can be deployed in a single
SwitchBlade x8112 7RU chassis, allowing for
the aggregation of densely populated
networking devices.
1. The CFC400 supports networks of up to 80 AMF nodes
2. BGP4+ is also available on the CFC400