3U VPX ETHERNET SWITCH  ·  SKU 90030790

XChange3051

The XChange3051 rugged 3U VPX Ethernet switch provides six backplane 100GBASE-KR4 Ethernet ports, up to eight backplane 25GBASE-KR Ethernet ports, up to one backplane 10GBASE-T Ethernet port, and an optional front panel optical Ethernet port.

It also provides SOSA-aligned build options to slot profiles SLT3-SWH-6F1U7U-14.4.14 (including the ground wafer) and SLT3-SWH-6F8U-14.4.15.

XChange3051 3U VPX Ethernet Switch

 

01At a Glance

Form Factor
3U VPX
VITA 46

Ethernet
100GBASE-KR4, 25GBASE-KR, 10GBASE-T, optical
Up to 32 configurable ports

Switch Management Software
Layer 2 Switching
With additional software-controlled multiplexers

SOSA Profile
14.4.14 & 14.4.15
Switch (Data/Control Plane), Switch (Expansion/Control Plane)

Ruggedization
Level 5
Conduction-cooled

Product Lifecycle

Built with components rated for extreme conditions and validated through rigorous testing, our solutions minimize obsolescence risk and lower total cost of ownership across the full program lifespan.

Engineered for Extended Reliability

All X-ES products are designed and manufactured 100% in the USA with components from trusted supply chains in order to deliver rugged, reliable performance in the most demanding environments.

X-ES also offers comprehensive configuration management solutions that extend product support and availability beyond final sale, keeping systems running long after standard end-of-life milestones.

 

02Core Capabilities

Introduction to XChange3051

The XChange3051 is a conduction-cooled 3U VPX Ethernet switch module.

High-Performance Switching

The XChange3051 provides six backplane 100GBASE-KR4 Ethernet ports, up to eight dedicated backplane 25GBASE-KR Ethernet ports, up to one backplane 10GBASE-T Ethernet port, and an optional front panel optical Ethernet port.

Software-Configurable I/O

These Gigabit Ethernet I/O options are software-configurable on a per-quad basis with additional software-controlled multiplexers, providing maximum flexibility without requiring factory-generated images for each new I/O configuration.

Performance & Standards Compliance

The XChange3051 delivers full wire-speed across all of its ports and supports jumbo frames up to 10 kB. It also supports IPv6 and a comprehensive set of IETF RFCs and IEEE protocols.

Managed Layer 2 Switching

As a fully managed Layer 2 switch, the XChange3051 supports features such as VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q), LACP, STP, RSTP, PVRST, MSTP, SNMP, flow control, port mirroring, port authentication (IEEE 802.1x), Quality of Service (QoS), ACL, IGMP, and LLDP.

SOSA-Aligned Design

The XChange3051 also provides SOSA-aligned build options to slot profiles SLT3-SWH-6F1U7U-14.4.14 (including the ground wafer) and SLT3-SWH-6F8U-14.4.15.

 

03Block Diagram

 

04Technical Specifications

Ethernet

  • Six 100GBASE-KR4 or 40GBASE-KR4 Ethernet ports (software-configurable on a per-quad basis as 24 25GBASE-KR/10GBASE-KR/1000BASE-KX)
  • Up to eight dedicated 25GBASE-KR Ethernet ports
  • Up to one 10GBASE-T Ethernet port
  • One front panel optical Ethernet port (optional) supporting 25GBASE-SR/10GBASE-SR (user configurable)
  • IPv4 and IPv6 support
  • Support for jumbo frames up to 10 kB
  • Non-blocking, full wire-speed
  • IEEE 1588v2 (PTP) transparent clocking support
  • Temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO) for precise timing as an IEEE 1588v2 (PTP) grandmaster
  • Pulse per Second (PPS) input for optional IEEE 1588v2 (PTP) synchronization to an external reference

Ethernet Management Features

  • Layer 2 switching (including VLANs)
  • Extensive IEEE protocol and IETF RFC support
  • Configuration through CLI or SNMP
  • 4 MB packet buffer

Additional Features

  • VITA 46.11 Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 IPMI Controller (IPMC)
  • Built-In Test (BIT) support available (contact factory for details)

Power Requirements

  • Power will vary based on configuration and usage. Please consult factory.

Physical Characteristics

  • 3U VPX form factor
  • Ruggedized Enhanced Design Implementation (REDI) per VITA 48
  • SOSA-aligned build options to slot profiles SLT3-SWH-6F1U7U-14.4.14 (including ground wafer) and SLT3-SWH-6F8U-14.4.15
  • Dimensions: 100 mm x 160 mm
  • 1.0 in. pitch
  • Compliant to the VITA 48.2 Type 1, Two-Level Maintenance (2LM) standard (optional, contact X-ES for details)

Environmental Requirements

Contact factory for appropriate board configuration based on environmental requirements.

  • Supported ruggedization levels (see the X-ES Ruggedization Chart): 5
  • Conformal coating available as an ordering option

Accessories

  • XIt1130 (90040100) – 3U VPX QSFP+ SFP+ Breakout Board
  • XIt1192 (90060550) – 3U VPX Rear Transition Module (RTM) for SOSA-defined SerDes Ethernet Switches
  • XPand1007 (90075300) – 3U VPX Development Platform for Conduction-Cooled Modules
  • XPand1203 (90072665) – 3U VPX Development Platform for Up to Eight Conduction-Cooled Modules
  • XPand1205 (90075035) – 3U VPX Development Platform for Up to Eight Modules

 

XChange3051 is also available as a fully customizable, derivative design.

Through our derivative design services, X-ES can modify the standard pinout, I/O, form factor, and other key attributes to meet specific requirements, providing the proven performance of a COTS foundation with the tailored fit of a custom solution.

 

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