
HPE 12900E Type X Main Processing Unit
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HPE 12900E Type X Main Processing Unit.
Device Type: Control processor. Form Factor: Plug-in module. Connectivity Technology: Wired. Status Indicators: Power, active, fan, slot. Features: Reset button. Interfaces: 1 x console - RJ-45; 1 x management - RJ-45; 1 x management - SFP; 1 x USB - Type A. Designed For: HPE FlexFabric 12900E 36-Port 100GbE QSFP28 Type X Module, 12900E 36-Port 40GbE QSFP+ Type X Module.
Specifications
Highlights
- Dedicated plug-in control processor module
- RJ-45 console and RJ-45 management interfaces
- Integrated SFP management and USB Type A ports
- LED status indicators for power, active status, fan, and slot
- Hardware reset button for system maintenance
- Engineered for HPE FlexFabric 12900E Type X modules
Networking
- Form Factor
- Plug-in module
- Connectivity Technology
- Wired
- Status Indicators
- Power, active, fan, slot
- Features
- Reset button
General
- Device Type
- Control processor
Compatibility Information
- Designed For
- HPE FlexFabric 12900E 36-Port 100GbE QSFP28 Type X Module, 12900E 36-Port 40GbE QSFP+ Type X Module
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 1 x console - RJ-45
- Interfaces
- 1 x management - RJ-45
- Interfaces
- 1 x management - SFP
- Interfaces
- 1 x USB - Type A
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The HPE 12900E Type X Main Processing Unit is a dedicated wired control processor module engineered for enterprise data centre networking. Designed specifically for compatible HPE FlexFabric 12900E chassis modules, it delivers system management, status monitoring, and control-plane processing for high-density switching environments.
Frequently asked questions
What is the function of the HPE 12900E Type X Main Processing Unit?
- The unit serves as the central control processor for compatible HPE 12900E series switch modules. It handles management functions, system status monitoring, and administrative access via dedicated console, Ethernet, and SFP ports.
Which switch modules are compatible with this unit?
- This unit is designed for the HPE FlexFabric 12900E 36-Port 100GbE QSFP28 Type X Module and the HPE FlexFabric 12900E 36-Port 40GbE QSFP+ Type X Module.
Does this product come with a local warranty in South Africa?
- Yes, purchases made through Server Hub include a local South African warranty. You can order with confidence knowing your hardware is supported locally.